The Moon: The Perfect Place to Begin
A practical beginner’s guide to observing the Moon, including the best phases, famous craters, maria, useful equipment and simple observing tips.
A practical beginner’s guide to observing the Moon, including the best phases, famous craters, maria, useful equipment and simple observing tips.
The Apollo programme holds a special place in the history of exploration. It was far more than a race to plant a flag on another world. It was a story of ambition, engineering, tragedy, courage, scientific discovery and extraordinary teamwork. In less than a decade, NASA went from learning whether humans could survive in space … Read more
A hands-on review of the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i Pro Pack after several years of use, including setup, polar alignment, balancing, beginner mistakes and real astrophotography experience.
Discover what’s happening in the September 2026 night sky, including two comets, lunar occultations, the planets, Moon phases, Neptune at opposition and the autumn equinox.
A hands-on review of the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer 2i Pro Pack, including setup, polar alignment, balancing, beginner mistakes and real astrophotography results.
Discover how to start observing the Moon with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope. Learn the best lunar phases to observe, which magnification to use and how to identify craters, maria and other features.
Learn how to take your first photographs of the Moon using a smartphone, camera and tripod or telescope, with simple settings and practical advice for sharper images.
A practical beginner’s guide to photographing solar and lunar eclipses using cameras, smartphones and telescopes, including filters, exposure settings and safety advice.
Is astronomy an expensive hobby? Discover how to enjoy the night sky on almost any budget, from naked-eye observing and binoculars to choosing your first telescope.
Learn how to observe the partial lunar eclipse on 28 August 2026, including the best viewing times, equipment recommendations and what to expect during the eclipse.