Science October 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM

The King’s Observatory could be yours for the low, low price of £18 million

New Scientist

The King's Observatory in London, built on the orders of King George III so he could watch the 1769 transit of Venus, is up for sale. Feedback is interested – but not sure if our bank balance will stretch to the asking price

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