Coats Observatory

Paisley Museum
Paisley
PA1 2BA


At the 1880 Annual General Meeting of the Paisley Philosophical Institution, it was proposed that the Society should purchase an astronomical telescope. Mr Thomas Coats of Ferguslie, then a member of the council, offered to relieve the Institution of the expenses incurred, and with the advice of Professor Grant of Glasgow University, a 5 inch equatorial telescope by Grant of York was obtained. Mr Coats also provided a substantial building to house the instrument on the present Oakshaw site.

Besides the telescope a variety of other equipment was installed, including a transit instrument, sidereal clocks, specialised eyepieces for the telescope and other items. By 1898 the Observatory had more equipment, including a10 inch Grubb telescope and new premises. In 1884 the weather recording activities, which had been carried on for many years at Ferguslie House, were transferred to the Observatory where they have continued without break ever since.

The Observatory is unsuitable for wheelchair access.



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Email: ram.els@renfrewshire.gov.uk


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Oakshaw Lodge Oakshaw Lodge (1 Mile)*
At Oakshaw Lodge, you will experience Romantic luxury and relaxation, in the heart of the wonderful Area of Outstanding Conservation. Oakshaw Lodge is the perfect place to un-wind, offering the comfort of a serviced suite.
GH-Hol Apartment GH-Hol Apartment (5 Miles)*
This well appointed modern apartment on the River Clyde at Glasgow Harbour has an ideal waterfront position, free from road traffic noise.
Mulberry Cottage Mulberry Cottage (6 Miles)*
Based in the trendy West End of Glasgow, a safe and tranquil area with superb access to all the City's sites and attractions, we offer a beautiful, newly built, 1 bedroom, attached cottage, with a light and airy feel and retro 60s styling.
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