Advice
Expert advice to help you get the most out of stargazing, from DIY projects to practical astronomy tips.
Seeing a 'ghost' Moon in your photos? Here's why, and how to fix it
Why do images of the Moon at night sometimes contain an extra 'ghost' Moon off to one side?
Best constellations in the night sky, season-by-season
Our guide to the best northern hemisphere constellations to see during spring, summer, autumn and winter, and deep-sky objects to explore within.
Autumn's best meteor showers
Our pick of the best meteor showers to see from October to December.
Imaging the Planets Masterclass Series
Our spring 2024 series lifts the lid on photographing the planets, with three of the best planetary imagers in the game.
Save 20% when you buy all three as a series booking
The autumn equinox is approaching. Here's when it is, and what it means
When is the equinox in 2025, and what does September equinox mean for stargazers?
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10 beautiful sights visible through binoculars in the autumn sky
You can see a lot in the night sky with a pair of binoculars. Here are 10 of the best bino targets in Autumn.
An astronomer's tour of autumn and winter targets
Autumn and winter provide great viewing conditions and there is a wealth of objects to observe. Here are some of the best astronomical targets.
Five beautiful galaxies to see in the night sky this autumn. How many can you tick off the list?
In one of Patrick Moore's columns for BBC Sky at Night Magazine, the late astronomer and broadcaster reveals his favourite galaxies to spot in autumn's night skies.
The best autumn stargazing targets
Autumn means longer, darker nights, perfect for stargazing.
Autumn astronomy season is here! This is what you should be observing in the night sky over the coming months
As nights get longer, these are the top night-sky highlights of autumn and how to see them.
Buyer's Guides
Thinking about your first scope or looking to upgrade your camera? Our buyer's guides will help you get to grips with what's available.
Telescope Mounts: a beginner's guide
What are telescope mounts, what are the different types and why do astronomers use them? Find out in our beginners' guide.
Why image stabilising binoculars are worth it
Modern binoculars are benefitting more and more from image stabilisation technology. S
Buyer's guide | Best telescopes for astrophotography
How to choose a telescope for photographing the night sky, and some of the best models available.
Astronomy DIY
Our How-to and DIY projects to help you get the best out of practical astronomy, from home-made accessories to practical observing tutorials.
Can't see the aurora? You can detect it with a homemade magnetometer
Follow our guide to create your own record of space weather and produce an audio recording of it. Written by Stuart Green
How to stop dew forming on your telescope
Why dew forms on your telescope's optics, and how you can stop it from fogging up your observing.
How to make a solar projection screen for safe observing the Sun or solar eclipse
Safely record features moving across the face of the Sun with this simple device.
Skills
Expert advice on a range of practical astronomy techniques, from setting up your telescope to combatting light pollution.
Observing guide | Best autumn constellations
The darker months are a great time to get out and get stargazing. Get to know the brighter, recognisable constellations that are visible in the autumnal night sky.
How to photograph a lunar eclipse
Read our astrophotography guide and image a lunar eclipse.
Mars reaches opposition in February 2027, the best time to see the Red Planet
This week is the best time to view Mars all year, as the Red Planet reaches opposition.
