Top astro kit

Guides to the best astronomy gear, from gadgets and devices that will improve your practical observing sessions, to novelty items, homeware and kids' toys to show off your love of all things cosmic.

Best portable telescopes for astronomy travel. Credit: Anton Petrus / Getty Images

Top travel telescopes

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Which camera is best for astrophotography? Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus

Astrophotography Cameras 2021: which are the best?

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Top astronomy accessories

Best telescope mounts

Best telescope mounts

Celestron Omni XLT AZ 102 Refractor/basic mount

Best beginners' telescopes

Binoculars are a great way for newcomers to get into astronomy. Credit: lucentius / Getty Images

Best binoculars for astronomy

Starlight Xpress Trius Pro 694

Best CCD cameras for astrophotography 2021

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Gift guide Top space toys and gifts for kids

Best astronomy and space gifts

Gift Guide Astronomy and space gifts 2021

The best telescopes for kids and young astronomers. Credit: BBC Sky at Night Magazine

Best telescopes for kids

Sky-Watcher Evostar 72ED DS-Pro refractor telescope

Buying your second telescope: a guide to astronomy upgrades

Best astronomy and space books. Pic: ESA

Gift guide The best astronomy and space books

Meade Series 6000 115mm apo refractor

9 of the best telescopes for observing the planets

Space Murals Wallpaper - Bright Galaxy

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