Events
The latest astronomy events from around the country.
News
Join us on Thursday 16 February 2017 at the Royal Society in London for an evening of talks...
On 16 February 2017, BBC Sky at Night Magazine is hosting An Evening with Orion, a night of talks...
The discovery of a large body of water ice the size of Lake Superior could provide future human...
Those who didn't fancy watching the X Factor on Saturday evening were treated to an expansive...
Cassini's mission studying Saturn and its moons is rapidly coming to a close, but the...
On 16 February 2017, BBC Sky at Night Magazine is hosting An Evening with Orion, a night of talks...
A large valley has been discovered on Mercury that could be evidence of buckling of the planet'...
This month’s full Moon is set to be the ‘biggest’ in about 70 years. But what can...
Observations of newborn stars have revealed how young planets influence the shape of the discs from...
The search for life outside of Earth is focussing its attentions on our nearest star system.
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
The history of Moonwatch – the satellite-tracking programme
The Soviet side of the Moon race
Equipment Review
Browse through our ever-growing archive of telescope and equipment reviews from the magazine.
Hotshots
Blogs
Wed Nov 16, 2016 11:44am
This month BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money gives German suppliers Omegon first light in his review of their N 203/1200 Dobsonian.
Thu Oct 20, 2016 9:13am
BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money looks at the latest equipment reviewed in our November issue.
Tue Sep 20, 2016 8:50am
Be it long exposures, lengthy set-up times, misbehaving skies or expensive equipment, today's astronomers and astrophotographers have alot to contend with. BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money looks at the latest equipment reviewed in our October issue that is helping astronomers make the most of their observing.
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.
'How To' Guide
Misaligned mirrors are one of the common causes of reduced image quality in reflecting telescopes, but one that can be solved with collimation. In this project, we’ll show you how to make a star simulator, a device that can be used within the home to both check and correct the collimation of a reflector so you’re able to make the most of your observing sessions.
Written by Kim Clark
'How To' Guide
Catch breathtaking stills and videos that show the Earth’s spin.
Written by Mary Spicer.
