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News

Tim Peake drops in on two Oxfordshire primary schools

Contact with the satellite was lost in April

For the first time the victim is identified

For the benefit of over a hundred eager school children

News
The Herschel Space Observatory has discovered a giant, galaxy-packed filament ablaze with...
The Herschel Space Observatory has discovered a giant, galaxy-packed filament ablaze with...
Observations from NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) have led to the best...
Patrick Moore

Here’s where you’ll find articles by Sir Patrick Moore. From excerpts from his monthly column in Sky at Night Magazine to his famous Moonwatch sky guide articles.

Patrick embarks on a journey through history to explain how stars are named

One of the Moon's lesser-known features comes under Patrick's scrutiny

Patrick looks at one of the Moon's most picturesque features, the Bay of Rainbows

Telescopes

Browse through our ever-growing archive of telescope and equipment reviews from the magazine.

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Poll

Which is your favourite nebula to observe?

Stunning pictures of nebulae beamed to Earth by the Hubble Space Telescope have proven to be some of the most inspiring images of the cosmos ever created. But even from Earth, these deep sky objects are a joy to observe. Which of these is your favourite?

A mountain of dust in the Carina Nebula
Blogs
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Mon May 14, 2012 4:50pm

Paul Money discusses the latest astro equipment news

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Wed May 09, 2012 9:46am

John Axtell reports on a very damp Spring Star Party at Kelling Heath, North Norfolk

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.

The historic transit will be best seen from the southern hemisphere
General Guide

Some travel ideas if you're in search of a better view of this highly anticipated celestial event

How to… Estimate star magnitudes
'How To' Guide

A clear night sky is awash with stars… we show you how to compare their brightness

TV, Radio & Books

Here you will find the latest book reviews, and an up-to-date TV & Radio guide.

The Sensorium of God
by Stuart Clark

Two of the leading characters in scientific history are Isaac Newton and Robert Hooke. They were contemporaries, although certainly their...

Miaow! Cats really are nicer than people!
by Patrick Moore

Putting astronomy aside for the moment, Patrick Moore uses his latest book to indulge another of his great passions - cats. This short, humorous...