Derby and District Astronomical Society
The Opening of the Flamsteed Observatory
2nd October 1992
The Derby & District Astronomical Society's Flamsteed Observatory was officially opened on October 2, 1992, by well known astronomer and TV presenter, Heather Couper, who was in turn accompanied by Nigel Henbest, science writer and presenter of Radio 4's The Litmus Test. The then Deputy Mayor of Derby, Robin Wood, also took part in the ceremony.
| Heather Couper opens the Flamsteed Observatory on October 2nd, 1992. Meanwhile DDAS members Dave Maynard (left) and John Holmes (right) look on under their umbrellas. |
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| Heather Couper with DDAS member John Holmes (right) at the opening of the Flamsteed Observatory on October 2nd, 1992. |
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