Events
The latest astronomy events from around the country.
News
To make future plans for space exploration and colonisation a possibility, technologies are now...
A survey of 50,000 stars in the hunt for exoplanets is being lauded as a successful dry run for the...
Retracing the steps of Patrick Moore, in 2017 BBC Sky at Night Magazine visited the huge stones of...
Exoplanets hidden by the bright light from their host stars can be observed by detecting molecules...
World famous physicist Stephen Hawking is laid to rest at Westminster Abbey alongside Newton and...
NASA's New Horizons mission has given us incredible images and insight into Pluto's moon...
Earth-based bacteria could help humans breathe oxygen on Mars, according to a new study.
Written by...
For the first time, astronomers have managed to catch the birth and growth of a black hole jet as...
The dust storm on Mars could cause problems for the Opportunity rover, but the other four active...
ALMA has uncovered a trio of exoplanets, the first time the array has made such a discovery.
Columnists
Here’s where you’ll find articles by our columnists including Sir Patrick Moore, Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Keith Hopcroft.
A survey of solar eclipses, written for readers of all levels
How amateur astonomers have contributed to astronomy
The history of Moonwatch – the satellite-tracking programme
Equipment Review
Browse through our ever-growing archive of telescope and equipment reviews from the magazine.
Hotshots
Blogs
Wed Jun 20, 2018 9:32am
What do astronomers observe during the summer months? Many take advantage of the longer days to get kit in order for the coming season. But, writes BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money, this could mean missing out on some summer sky delights.
Mon May 14, 2018 11:32am
What do astronomers observe during the summer months? Many take advantage of the longer days to get kit in order for the coming season. But, writes BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money, this could mean missing out on some summer sky delights.
Tue Apr 17, 2018 9:38am
Our recent assembly and review of a 20-inch Dobsonian has left BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money asking "how big is too big?"
Poll
What's your favourite type of telescope to observe with?
As an astronomer you're spoilt for choice when it comes to making a descision on what kind of telescope to observe with. But which type gives you the most pleasure?
Astronomy for Beginners
Here’s where you’ll find observing guides, how-to articles and great astronomy hints and tips. Don’t forget to also check out our comprehensive astronomy dictionary.
General Guide
Putting your telescope on an equatorial mount allows you to follow stars as they (appear to) move across the night sky.
For newcomers to astronomy, setting up an EQ mount may seem a daunting task. BBC Sky at Night Magazine shows you how.
By Anton Vamplew.
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General Guide
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