- British National Space Centre
- Co-ordinates UK civil space activity, supports academic research, and nurtures the UK space industry. Information about their strategies, projects and collaborations, and educational resources.
- International Year of Astronomy 2009
- Features a calendar of events taking place across the UK to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy. Also includes details of key projects, FAQ and funding information.
- Association for Astronomy Education
- Promotes and supports public education in astronomy at all levels of education; information about membership and activities, a GCSE scheme of work, and listings of resources.
- Astrophysics Group, University of Cambridge
- Describes the Mullard Radio Astronomy Observatory and Cavendish Laboratory, with sections for astronomers and for people with a general interest in radio astronomy.
- AuroraWatch
- Lancaster University's guide to a spectacular natural phenomenon, occasionally seen in the night sky over Britain. Includes an explanation, alerts, and contacts.
- BBC Sky at Night
- Monthly magazine based on the popular TV programme; includes subscription details, and information about current and past issues.
- Beagle 2 Project
- Describes the British led effort to land on Mars, part of the European Space Agency's Mars Express Mission, launched in June 2003. Information about the science and technology background, the landing timeline, and last news.
- British Astronomical Association
- The voice of amateur astronomy in the UK; information about membership, activities and projects, services, news, and publications.
- Campaign for Dark Skies
- Aims to preserve and restore the beauty of the night sky by campaigning against excessive, inefficient and irresponsible lighting; includes campaign materials, background on the issues, articles, and contacts.
- Dark Sky Scotland
- Champion's Scotland's areas of dark sky and runs a programme of amateur and educational astronomy events around Scotland. Includes information for schools and families and a downloadable beginners' booklet.
- Earth and Space Foundation
- Charity which provides funding for scientific studies in space exploration and environmental concerns. Includes art gallery and details of current and previous awards made.
- Galloway Astronomy Centre
- Offers dark sky holidays for amateur astronomers, and a range of courses; includes information about their accommodation, equipment, events, prices and location, with an archive of observations. Whithorn, Dumfries and Galloway.
- Joint Astronomy Centre
- Operates the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope and the United Kingdom Infrared Telescope in Hawaii. Information about their services and support for researchers, data availability, newsletter and publications.
- Moon Landings
- BBC archives examine the legacy of the space race and look ahead to the future, when mankind might make that giant leap once again.
- Royal Astronomical Society
- The UK's leading professional body for astronomy and astrophysics, geophysics, and planetary sciences. Includes their support programmes, library and archives, education resources, and lecture schedule.
- The Royal Observatory, Edinburgh
- Comprises a university astronomy research group, an establishment of a UK Research Council and a visitor centre. Information about the range of projects and services, their archives and collections, and public observing sessions.
- Society for Popular Astronomy
- An organisation for amateur astronomers; information about membership, their quarterly journal and activities, and a substantial collection of articles and guidance.
- Society for the History of Astronomy
- Membership society for astronomy historians; features news, outreach opportunities and details of current projects and special interest groups.
- Society for the History of Astronomy
- A national society for astronomy historians; includes information about membership, meetings, and publications, with a collection of online resources.
- Society of Popular Astronomy
- Group of astronomers promoting activities intended for beginner and advanced sky watchers. Presents calendar of events and details on membership.
- Space Connections
- Describes how the UK Space Education Office coordinates space-related education projects between education providers and the space industry.
- The Space Group
- A specialist group of the Royal Aeronautical Society; information about membership, events, and news.
- Spaceguard UK
- Dedicated to studying the threats to earth from collisions with asteroids and comets. Provides visitor information and news, plus a wealth of information on near earth objects. Located in Knighton, Powys, Wales.
- UK Aerospace Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKAYRoC)
- Annual event providing secondary school students with experience of designing and flying an aerospace vehicle. Information about applications, programme, and previous venues and winners.
- United Kingdom Gemini Office
- Information and news about UK participation in the multinational Gemini Observatory project, and support for UK users.
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