About
Founded in 1978, Cork Astronomy Club is a vibrant group of amateur astronomers with an interest in the planets, stars, the wider universe, space exploration, and the history of astronomy. We are a very active group, organising and getting involved in many activities in Ireland, and also around the world. Some of the things we do are:
For the Public
- Monthly public lectures at University College Cork (UCC), September to May.
- Photo exhibitions around Cork City and County.
- Public demonstrations of observation equipment.
- Monthly free guest bulletin.
- Sharing our passion for the universe and its mysteries, with news, photos, links to articles, videos, and other resources through this website and social media.
For Our Members
- Workshops, observing sessions, and guidance.
- Online meetings with scientists and astrophysicists.
- Monthly newsletter.
- WhatsApp group where members share their observing activities.
- Annual BBQ, Christmas party, and other events.
Club Committee
Peter Household
Chair and Convenor of the Communications Sub-Committee
Declan Foley
Secretary
Doroteja Repič
Treasurer
Pat O’Sullivan
Convenor of the Observing Group
John Roche
Assistant Treasurer
Paul Murphy
Assistant Secretary
Lynda O’Mahony
Assistant Chair Person
Jan Čap
UCC Liaison
Bettie Higgs
Committee Member
Colm Philpott
Committee Member
Theo Fountoulakis
Committee Member, Website Administrator