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CYA Events
Cambridge Young Astronomers is a great opportunity for children from the age of 7 to 11 to learn about Science and Astronomy from a very young age. It consists of group meetings where children have the opportunity to do fun activities while learning.
Sat, 29 AprIoAWhat are they, where do they come from, when can I see them and what can we learn from them?
Sat, 27 MayIoAOur universe came into existence 13.8 Billion years ago. Today we'll tell the story from the beginning
Sat, 24 JunIoAFind out about our nearest star - the Sun. If it's a clear day, we'll spend time outside using solar telescopes to observe it.
Sat, 29 JulSomewhere warmWe'll be down on the beach with our telescopes, so no meeting this month - see you in August
Sat, 26 AugIoAToday we'll find out about using a range of telescopes from the small home ones up to the large professional ones on the IoA site
Sat, 28 OctIoAWe can all understand how optical telescopes work, but what about radio telescopes? How can you "see" radio waves. This week we'll find out.
Sat, 25 NovIoAWhat's the link between the ice age cycle and astronomical events? You might be surprised.
Sat, 16 DecIoAHave you ever wondered what happens late at night in the Northumberland Dome? Today's the day you'll find out!
Location: Our events are usually held at the Institute of Astronomy (IoA) or via Zoom as indicated.
A map and directions to the IoA are here.
Coach trips will start from the IoA car park.
We often have a Star Party in September/October and will organise other events to coincide with any unusual astronomical occurrence, such as an eclipse or a bright comet.
You can join our mailing list for reminders at the bottom of this page on the footer.
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