Advice
Expert advice to help you get the most out of stargazing, from DIY projects to practical astronomy tips.
Buyer's guide | Best astro imaging cameras
Which cameras are best for astrophotography and what type should you buy? We'll guide you through the different types and the best cameras on the market.
Follow the arc to Arcturus, an oft-overlooked star that's a gateway to some of the most exciting night-sky targets
Northern Lights alert! Here's how you can see the aurora borealis from your location in the UK
Everything you need to know about seeing the aurora in the UK from northern lights hotspots such as Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.
Want to see the Northern Lights tonight? Here are 6 ways to successfully predict an aurora display
Top tips an online resources for taking the guesswork out of catching the amazing natural spectacle.
Masterclass: Capturing Jupiter on camera
Join our online spring Masterclass with Damian Peach, world-renowned astrophotographer and lecturer at 7pm on 23 May 2024.
Save 20% when you buy all three as a series booking
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4-billion-year-old Rupes Altai is the most prominent lunar escarpment visible from Earth. Here's how to see it.
Rugged, steep, crater-strewn Rupes Altai is a particularly striking sight when the light is coming from the west.
A beginner's guide to stellar magnitude, the scale astronomers use to measure the brightness of stars
What is stellar magnitude, and how do you measure a star's brightness?
See the slender crescent Moon and Jupiter this week, an elegant meeting in the sky just after sunset
See a thin crescent Moon on the evening of 8 May starting from sunset.
M13, the Great Globular star cluster in Hercules, hides a secret. Can you spot its propeller?
Halley's Comet meteor shower peaks this weekend. Top tips for beginners observing the Eta Aquariids
Our top tips for beginners heading out to see an Eta Aquariid meteor this weekend.
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.
Gift guide | Star Wars Lego sets
We take a look at the best Star Wars Lego kits available to buy online.
Best telescopes for kids
Buying a telescope for children can be a tricky task. We've tested some of the best telescopes for kids and young people getting started in astronomy.
Best winter coats for stargazers
Don't let the chill shorten an evening of stargazing. Read our round-up of the best winter coats and stay warm whilst enjoying the night sky.
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.
Don't fog up! How to remove moisture from your astrophotography camera sealed sensor
How to recharge the sealed sensor chamber inside your astro camera.
The best, safest ways to view a solar eclipse, from low-cost, simple options to expert astronomer techniques
What are the best and safest ways to view an eclipse?
Build a solar funnel to safely observe the Sun or solar eclipse through your telescope
This easy-to-make device lets you view the Sun or solar eclipse in safety.
Skills
Expert advice on a range of practical astronomy techniques, from setting up your telescope to combatting light pollution.
Observing guide | 5 star clusters to see with the naked eye
You don't always need a telescope or binoculars to see beautiful star clusters in the night sky. Here are our top 5 open clusters visible with the naked eye.
Eta Aquariids 2024 | See this year's meteor shower
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower 2023 peaks on the evening of 6/7 May, but a full Moon will hamper the view.
Meteor showers | When the next one is, and how to see it
Find out whether there is a meteor shower occurring above the UK tonight, when the next one is, and how to see a meteor for yourself.