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June 22 marks the 350th anniversary of the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the home of the historic Prime Meridian that is considered by many to be the birthplace of modern astronomy. To celebrate, we're ...
One of this year's brightest meteor showers is taking place this summer – and we asked a Greenwich astronomer on the best ...
Work will begin in September 2025, with the gardens and the accessible routes getting an overhaul which will mean they reach the telescope for the first time. Of the £77 million budget, £50.5 million ...
Greenwich observatory's eclipse watch drew stargazers in awe at the heavens: 'Keeps us humble.' By Robert Marchant, Staff Writer April 8, 2024.
Preserving astronomy history: The fight is on to save iconic Royal Greenwich Observatory site. Ryan French. Sun, March 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM UTC. 6 min read.
An iconic observatory in south east London is marking its 350th anniversary this year. First established by King Charles II and designed by Christopher Wren, The Royal Observatory in Greenwich ...
The Royal Observatory Greenwich will celebrate its 350th anniversary with a major redevelopment, enhancing visitor access and galleries.
The line in the paving stones at the historic British observatory, now a museum, symbolizes the Prime Meridian of the world, or Longitude 0. Travel into time at Britain's Royal Observatory in ...
Will Noble Greenwich's Royal Observatory Unveils £77m Renovation Plans. The £77m makeover is due to complete in 2028. The Royal Observatory in Greenwich has unveiled plans for a £77m renovation ...
June 22 marks the 350th anniversary of the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the home of the historic Prime Meridian that is considered by many to be the birthplace of modern astronomy.