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Good preparation will help you get the most out the darker autumn and winter nights. Credit: Astrobobo/iStock/GettyImages

Astronomy FAQs How can I power my astronomy setup when away from home?

ESA Explores podcast host Stephen Ennis pictured with with ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano. Credit: ESA

Podcasts Bingeworthy space and astronomy shows for self-isolation

Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 AZ-GTe

Astronomy FAQs What is flocking a telescope?

Canon EOS 1000D DSLR camera body

Astronomy FAQs How can I focus my DSLR camera through my telescope?

Isolating at home can be a challenge, but astronomy is one way of passing the time. Credit: mixetto / Getty Images

Astronomy in isolation Stargazing activities for those stuck at home

Man looking at the stars with telescope beside him. Credit: iStock

Astronomy FAQs What is a red dot finder on a telescope?

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Astronomy FAQs What's the best way of helping my telescope cool down?

Close up of eyepiece of telescope with man's hand. Telescope tuning

Astronomy FAQs What is a telescope eyepiece's field of view?

Catch Jupiter and Mars after 04:00 UT low above the southeast horizon on 20 March (inverted telescope view with south up). Credit: Pete Lawrence

Astronomy FAQs How can I stop planets drifting out of my telescope's field of view?

PrimaLuceLab Airy APO 65F apochromatic refractor review

Astronomy FAQs What is a fast telescope?

You can clean fungus from your telescope, provided you know what you are doing. Credit: David Hannah / Getty Images

Astronomy FAQs Fungus is forming on my telescope. What should I do?

A simple dew shield can be constructed using many household items. Read our guide to creating your own here. Credit: Ben Kent

Astronomy FAQs What is a telescope dew shield?

Finderscopes and mounts are basic accessories that will help you - and your telescope - navigate the night sky and locate celestial targets. Credit: BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Astronomy FAQs How do you set up a finderscope on a telescope?

ZWO ASI 120MC-S USB 3.0 colour camera. Credit: ZWO Company

Astronomy FAQs What planetary imaging cameras can you recommend for around £150?

Celestron Advanced VX 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain

Astronomy FAQs What temperature should I store my telescope at?