Events
The latest astronomy events from around the country.
News
Wowed by images of the total solar eclipse in the USA this week? Jamie Carter presents your solar...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine news editor Elizabeth Pearson is on the road trip of lifetime,...
Watch the 'great American eclipse' via Slooh's live stream on 21 August,...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine news editor Elizabeth Pearson is on the road trip of lifetime,...
Each month, Scott Levine looks at a single word that can tell us about the workings of the Universe...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine news editor Elizabeth Pearson is on the road trip of lifetime,...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine news editor Elizabeth Pearson is on the road trip of lifetime,...
We have ten eclipse phone covers for iPhone 6 and 7 to give away via our Facebook and Twitter...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine news editor Elizabeth Pearson continues her journey across the US to view...
BBC Sky at Night joined revellers for a weekend of music and family-friendly astronomical fun at...
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
The history of Moonwatch – the satellite-tracking programme
The Soviet side of the Moon race
Equipment Review
Browse through our ever-growing archive of telescope and equipment reviews from the magazine.
Hotshots
Blogs
Mon Aug 21, 2017 10:46am
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Mon Jun 19, 2017 3:45pm
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?
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
Putting your telescope on an equatorial mount allows you to follow stars as they (appear to) move across the night sky.
For newcomers to astronomy, setting up an EQ mount may seem a daunting task. BBC Sky at Night Magazine shows you how.
By Anton Vamplew.
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General Guide
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.
Subscribe to BBC Sky at Night Magazine in print or digital for up to date advice and guides to practical astronomy, and reviews of the latest kit.
