The reserve is now open from May to September on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 11.00 am to 4.00 pm. Friday and Saturday, 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.
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Observing the Moon at Monkton Observatory
16 th October 7 pm – 10-30 pm
£3.00 a head
This East Kent reserve is set in 16 beautiful acres of abandoned chalk quarry,
which has been dramatically reclaimed by nature. It features
many important habitats, fascinating geology and rare orchids.
We also house the Thanet Observatory and the first artificial
bat cave built in the UK. Facilities include a well equipped
field centre with a large reference library, bookshop and picnic site.
Our Latest Newsletter can be downloaded here in PDF format.
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Forthcoming Programme at Monkton Observatory
Monthly Observing session: 2nd Friday of the month (starts around 8.30 pm)
The September monthly session is cancelled. The next session is on October 8th.
Observing the Moon: 16 th October 7 pm – 10-30 pm
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