Astronomy Ambassadors Group
Meet other like-minded young people between 16 and 21 years old and become a part of the Royal Observatory's future
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Best Newcomer 2025 – ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year
See the stunning winning and shortlisted images in the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2025 Best Newcomer category
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Our Sun 2025 – ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year
See the stunning winning and shortlisted images in the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2025 Our Sun category
Teacher Forum
Find out more about our Teacher Forum for primary and secondary education
Cutty Sark - Picture your event
Planning a special event? Browse our gallery of beautiful Cutty Sark event photography.
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When is Diwali?
The Festival of Lights takes place every autumn between October and November, with the date changing every year
What's on at the Peter Harrison Planetarium
Out-of-this-world planetarium shows and live astronomy experiences for the whole family - visit London's only Planetarium at the Royal Observatory Greenwich
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The Astronomer Royal
The Astronomer Royal is the best-known and most prestigious post in astronomy with illustrious forebears such as Flamsteed and Halley
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Sustainability policy statement
Our commitment to working in environmentally sustainable ways, applying the principles of sustainable development for the benefit of current and future generations, both locally and globally.
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GCSE Astronomy resources
Find worksheets and videos relating to GCSE Astronomy here!