King's Observatory
The King's Observatory (called for many years the Kew Observatory) is a Grade I listed building in Richmond, London. Now a private dwelling, it formerly housed an astronomical and terrestrial magnetic observatory founded by King George III. The architect was Sir William Chambers; his design of the King's Observatory influenced the architecture of two Irish observatories – Armagh Observatory and Dunsink Observatory near Dublin.
| The King's Observatory | |
|---|---|
| Kew Observatory | |
The King's Observatory in winter | |
| Location | Old Deer Park |
| Nearest city | Richmond, London |
| Coordinates | 51°28′08″N 0°18′53″W |
| Built | 1769 |
| Built for | George III of the United Kingdom |
| Original use | Astronomical and terrestrial magnetic observatory |
| Current use | Private dwelling |
| Architect | Sir William Chambers |
| Owner | Crown Estate |
| Website | www |
Listed Building – Grade I | |
| Official name | Kew Observatory |
| Designated | 10 January 1950 |
| Reference no. | 1357729 |
Location of The King's Observatory in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames | |
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