Events
The latest astronomy events from around the country.
News
Recently discovered rainfall has heralded the start of summer in the northern hemisphere of Saturn...
With entries now open for the Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2019 competition, Royal...
The Exoplanet Explorers website helped to uncover a world which lies in a size 'gap' - the...
The dates and details have been announced for this year's Insight Investment Astronomy...
The initial findings from the New Horizons spacecraft's flyby at Ultima Thule have been...
At 05:33GMT on New Year’s Day 2019, NASA’s New Horizons made a flyby of the Kuiper Belt...
Apollo 8, the first crewed mission to circle the Moon, is best remembered for its Earthrise photo,...
As the NASA spacecraft flies past the Kuiper Belt object Ultima Thule, Paul Abel reveals what New...
The changing features of Jupiter's stripes are well-known among astronomers. A team at the...
Saturn is one of the most striking sights in our Solar System, not least because of its prominent...
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
Mon Dec 17, 2018 2:50pm
BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money ponders the technological advances in smartphone astronomy.
Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:09pm
BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money wonders whether there will be a telescope-shaped present under the tree for him this Christmas morning...
Wed Oct 31, 2018 9:22am
As the International Astronomy Show 2018 approaches, BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money looks forward to another chance to get up and close with the latest equipment.
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?
Refractor
33% (1269 votes)
Reflector
40% (1519 votes)
Catadioptric
24% (906 votes)
Solar
3% (120 votes)
Total votes: 3814
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
Why is stacking vital for astrophotography? It's the alternative to long, single exposures that will best capture deep-sky objects.
'How To' Guide
There’s more to keeping delicate optical devices clean than spit and polish. Find out how to keep your binoculars clean with our DIY guide.
