| Toothill Observatory – Open Nights |
| Owing to circumstances beyond our control, the Toothill observatory will not open to the public until further notice. There will, however, be opportunities for members to observe at Toothill at times to be published. |
| Hampshire Mineral And Fossil Show – Saturday 19th September 2026 |
| Solent Amateur Astronomers will be manning a stall at the Mineral and Fossil show to be held at Oasis Academy – the location of our monthly talks – on Saturday 19th September 2026, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. If the weather is fine, we will be located outside the south-east entrance with telescopes using special filters. |
Photo: courtesy of P jones
Photo: courtesy of P jones
Who We Are and What we Do
Just north of Southampton, in the quiet village of Toothill, stands one of the finest observatories in Hampshire. It houses a 14″ Meade and numerous smaller telescopes.
Owned and run by Solent Amateur Astronomers, its doors open regularly to the public, when everyone is most welcome – see schedule of open nights.
The observatory will not open if it’s cloudy/raining. Please check our Facebook page on the morning of an event for an update as to whether we will be opening.
We also have a comprehensive programme of talks at Oasis Academy, Lordshill to which the public are also invited.
Solent Amateur Astronomers is now a Charitable Incorporated Organisation – Registration Number – 1206419.
The Obsevatory Address is: Toothill Reservoir, Upper Toothill Rd, Romsey, SO51 9LN.
- Our Aims & Objectives
- Spread understanding & appreciation of the night sky
- To provide a centre of active observation, experience and practical guidance
- To constantly improve our facilities & keep abreast of technological developments
| Telescope Hire |
| Solent Amateur Astronomers now offers the hire of 2 telescopes to members of at least 12 months standing. The details with full terms and conditions are in the link below. Loan Details |
| »What’s Coming Up |
| »Next Open Night Details of the future opening can be found in the Observatory & Open Nights Page Look at Our Facebook Page on the afternoon of an open night for confirmation that the session will go ahead. |
| »Next Talk The Detection of Gravitational Waves Dr Matt Bothwell Tuesday 15th September, 7:30 PM Oasis Academy: |
| NOTE NEW WEBMAIL ADDRESS Contact the Webmaster at: SolentastroWeb@outlook.com |