Events
The latest astronomy events from around the country.
News
We speak to former NASA scientist of the Apollo era David Baker about the space race and putting...
After nine years in deep space, NASA’s Kepler Space Telescope has run out of fuel.
Paul...
What are black holes? What role do they play in the formation of galaxies, and could a civilisation...
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After a decade of scientific discovery in the asteroid belt, NASA's Dawn spacecraft has run out...
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The Large Hadron Collider experiments recreate the conditions just after the Big Bang. Scientists...
Have you got what it takes to live and work in space? Find out by attempting to solve some mind-...
BBC Sky at Night Magazine speaks to former NASA chief historian Roger D Launius about his new book...
Documentary filmmaker Rory Kennedy's latest work Above and Beyond is a look at the history of...
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
How amateur astonomers have contributed to astronomy
The history of Moonwatch – the satellite-tracking programme
Equipment Review
Browse through our ever-growing archive of telescope and equipment reviews from the magazine.
Hotshots
Blogs
Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:09pm
BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money wonders whether there will be a telescope-shaped present under the tree for him this Christmas morning...
Wed Oct 31, 2018 9:22am
As the International Astronomy Show 2018 approaches, BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money looks forward to another chance to get up and close with the latest equipment.
Wed Sep 19, 2018 10:15am
As the International Astronomy Show 2018 approaches, BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews editor Paul Money looks forward to another chance to get up and close with the latest equipment.
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
Often overlooked, the moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, are as enigmatic as any other.
General Guide
You’d need more than a coat to brave the elements on other planets.
