The Radcliffe Observatory
Introduction
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The Radcliffe Observatory
Image: © Philip Halling Taken: 4 Feb 2023
The Radcliffe Observatory was designed of architect, Henry Keene. Building began in 1772 but was not completed until 1795. The building is Grade I listed, see: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1047070?section=official-list-entry A statue of Sir John Radcliffe can be seen in front of the building Image
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Image Location
Latitude
51.760729
Longitude
-1.263908