Astronomy

Find articles to help you learn astronomy and how to stargaze.

Astronomy equipment

Best telescopes for beginners – find the best telescopes and learn what different types there are and what the different specifications mean.
Best computerized telescopes – check out our recommendations for GoTo/computerized telescopes.
Best kids telescopes – find the right telescope for your child with this overview and recommendations.
Best telescopes for astrophotography – find the best telescopes to enable you to photograph deep space.
Best telescope mounts – mounts are hugely important to be able to locate and track objects in space as the Earth rotates.
Reflector vs refractor telescopes – what the different types mean for a telescope buyer.
Telescope accessories – what do you need and what do they do? Covering eyepieces, barlow lenses, mounts, tripods, and finderscopes.
Best intermediate telescopes – find recommended models for more ambitious stargazers.
What’s the most powerful telescope you can buy? – read about our quest to track down the most powerful telescopes out there
Celestron Nexstar: which model to buy? – comparing the SE, SLT, and Evolution ranges
What telescope brands are reputable (and which to avoid)? – is the manufacturer important when buying a telescope?

Best astronomy binoculars – check out the best binoculars for stargazing.
Celestron SkyMaster 20×80 Binoculars – read our hands-on review of these great astronomy binoculars

What’s in the sky tonight from my location? – 7 best tools to use to work out what is visible for you from any time and location
Astronomy for beginners – step-by-step guide to stargazing as a hobby.
Light pollution and astronomy – understand how light pollution affects astronomy and what you can do about it.
Famous astronomers – see our list of the greatest astronomers in human history.
Best astronomy books – learn about space and astronomy with these selected books.
Best astronomy and space calendars – the best space-themed wall calendars.
Astronomical events to see – what to view month-by-month.
Instagram Astronomy – 22 great astrophotographers you should follow