Advice
Expert advice to help you get the most out of stargazing, from DIY projects to practical astronomy tips.
Altazimuth telescope mounts: what they are, how to set one up and how to use them for observing the night sky
Our guide to what altaz mounts are, how they work and why they're important for practical astronomy.
How to see the famous Pillars of Creation nebula from your own back garden
You’ll need to be eagle-eyed to see M16, the star of the iconic Pillars of Creation.
When is the next full Moon? Full Moon calendar dates for 2024
Find out when the next full Moon is visible, and full Moon names for 2024.
10 easy lessons | How to get into astronomy
If you’re a newcomer to astronomy, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll have you marvelling at the Universe in no time.
Masterclass: 10 ways to improve your imaging
Join our online spring Masterclass with award-winning planetary imager Martin Lewis at 7pm on 13 June 2024.
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The full Buck Moon rises this weekend. Find out when and how to make the most of the spectacle
The Perseid meteor shower returns. How you can see one of the best meteor showers of the year
The Perseid meteor shower begins late July and peaks every August. Find out how you can spot a Perseid in the night sky this month.
Saturn's largest moon Titan will pass in front of the planet on 1 August, and will be visible from Earth
See Saturn's largest moon Titan and its shadow pass in front of the ringed planet.
How to get the most out of your telescope and improve your views of the night sky
If you love observing the night sky through a telescope, these top tips will make a difference.
Discover the Solar System from your back garden. Top tips for observing the planets in the night sky
How to make the most of your observations of the worlds of the Solar System.
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.
Best stargazing tents, 2024
Heading off on your summer holidays? These stargazing tents will let you transform your trip into an astronomy camping holiday.
Best red light head torches, 2024
Maintain your dark adaptation and keep your hands free while stargazing with the best red light head torches for astronomers.
How to choose your first telescope
Interested in buying a telescope but not sure where to start? Read our guide to selecting your first scope.
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.
Make an instrument that shows how astronomers measure vast distances in space
How to make an instrument that demonstrates how cosmic distances are measured.
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?
Skills
Expert advice on a range of practical astronomy techniques, from setting up your telescope to combatting light pollution.
How to point your smartphone through your telescope and capture incredible images of the night sky
How to photograph a display of night-shining noctilucent clouds with a smartphone
Coax your phone’s camera into low-light mode and catch ethereal noctilucent clouds.
Noctilucent clouds | What they are and how to see them
High altitude clouds on the edge of space, noctilucent clouds or NLCs are a delight for summer stargazers.