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King's Observatory for Sale
The King’s Observatory in London, built by King George III to observe the 1769 transit of Venus, is now up for sale at £18 million. The historic site has sparked interest from potential buyers.
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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
2026-10-28 18:00 UTC