| The Observatory for Cornwall was conceived before the 1999 total solar eclipse. A number of local people with a common interest in astronomy got together with the idea of building an astronomical observatory. | |
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| The company was registered on 30 June 2000 and charitable status was achieved. | |
| Support and encouragement was received from Patrick Moore and Sir Tim Rice, who agreed to become our Patron and a site was secured at the Wheal Busy Mine near Chacewater, Truro. | |
| The aim of the Observatory is to provide observing time and lectures on a non-commercial basis and plans were drawn up for the development of the site. However, in view of the cost involved it has been necessary to seek grant funding to turn plans into buildings. This has been a long and complex process, which to date has been most disappointing. | |
| In view of the difficulties faced in raising funds, the members have decided to undertake a smaller self build project and this is scheduled to start in the spring of 2002. | |
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Observatory for Cornwall is a Registered Charity (No 1083195) and a Company Limited by Guarantee (No 4024942). Its official
entries can be found at: |
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The company is run by a Board of Directors who also act as charity trustees. The directors are elected by the members of the company and are currently:
If you have any questions about the organisation please email one of the directors. |
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