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The BBC Sky At Night MagazineAstronomy Monthly MagazineBristol…surface. Plus, Patrick Moore on the most colourful stars in the night sky.Books & Magazines
Astro NightsAmateur Astronomy Personal WebsiteWiltshire…Wiltshire. The equipment i use to capture my images is as follows, a Skywatcher Explorer 150p reflector (6") 750mm (f/5) with electric focuser, Skywatcher Skymax 127mm (5”) f/1500 MAKSUTOV-CASSEGRAIN. EQ3-2 mount with…Personal Websites
Sky and TelescopeMonthly Astronomy MagazineUSA…can. We’d like to introduce you to the ultimate observing companion: Sky & Telescope magazine. Observing Tips Whether you’re looking for a distant planet, an obscure lunar crater, or a challenging double star, Sky &…Books & Magazines
The Autumn Equinox Sky CampStar PartyNorfolkhe Equinox Sky Camp is the largest star party in the UK, with hundreds of amateur astronomers meeting up at Kelling Heath, Norfolk, for a weekend of observing and events. The main day of the event has traditionally been…Attractions Information & Education Tourism
Galloway Astronomy CentreDark Sky Accomodation and Astronomy CentreGalloway…is located in open farmland approx 20 miles south of the new Dark Sky Park at Galloway Forest. We too have a beautiful night sky free of light pollution. Viewing the planets, nebulae or galaxies from here is…Attractions Tourism
Damian PeachPersonal Photography / Astronomy WebsiteNorfolk…- a pair of 8 x 30 binoculars with which i learnt my way around the sky. I recall vividly my first views of M31 and Jupiter using them. I also had a small 10 x 30 Russian spotting scope which i used during to watch…Personal Websites Astrophotography & Astronomy Art
Will GaterProfessional Science WriterOnline…has written extensively for the UK’s top science magazines including Sky at Night Magazine (where he currently works as news editor), Focus, BBC Knowledge Magazine and Astronomy Now. Will has also worked as a science…Personal Websites
Astronomiser…:) I am totally new to this, but already I am fascinated with the night sky. To begin with I have been watching the sky with my eyes only, trying to learn the constellations. I've always known where Polaris was in…Personal Websites
Astronomy LogAstrophotography…I decided to purchase a telescope and have a closer look at the night sky. I ended up purchasing a Bresser Messier 130N as my first telescope. After about 3 months of summer viewing I decided to make a bigger…Astrophotography & Astronomy Art
AstroplannerAstronomical visual observation planning and loggingUSA…Celestron NexStar scopes, Astro-Physics GTO mounts, the Vixen SkySensor 2000 system , and several others. It also incorporates the Best Pair functionality for selecting optimum telescope alignment stars and…Useful Astronomy Software
International Year of Astronomy 2009 (UK)2009 Special Astronomy EventUnited Kingdom…in this fascinating science and experience the wonders of the night time sky. With the participation of 140 countries worldwide, and with events taking place nationally, regionally and globally throughout the…Information & Education
The Campaign for Dark SkiesCampaigning for reduced light pollutionNationalThe CfDS aims to preserve and restore the beauty of the night sky by campaigning against excessive, inefficient and irresponsible lighting that shines where it is not wanted nor needed. We believe that light should only…Information & Education Internet Communities Societies Offline
Peterborough Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Peterborough)Peterborough…fees. Meetings without visiting speakers are commonly 'observing nights' during the dark months when one or more members will give short talks or demonstrations before (weather permitting) we go outside to look at…Societies Offline
South West Herts Astronomical SocietyAstronomy SocietyHerts…to have the use of a planetarium, where a monthly tour of the night sky is conducted. The Society also owns its own observatory for use by members, and regular weekly observing sessions are held on Saturday…Societies Offline
Stour Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Suffolk)Suffolk…equipment you perhaps would like to buy and what to observe in the night sky. It is anticipated that members will be drawn from nearby towns and villages in the Stour Valley area. At the moment one either has to…Societies Offline
Norwich Astronomy SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Norwich)Norwich…due to personal donations from Mr Bennett, and feeds from a monthly "Sky at Night" column in the Eastern Daily Press. At the end of the 1960's there was suddenly a lot of renewed interest due in part to the Moon…Societies Offline
Evergreen OpticsAstronomy Equipment SalesStoke…01588 620717 We are official suppliers of Celestron, Meade, Konus, Sky Watcher and Hilkinson Telescopes Our aim is to provide you with the right telescope at the right price, whilst offering a good range of…Telescope & Binocular Sales
Maidenhead Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical SocietyMaidenhead…at about 9.15pm. Time permitting we can make use of the darker sky. Activities Member have range of interests from beginner level upwards. Photography and imaging is popular (see examples in the Members photo…Societies Offline
Alexanders ObservatoriesRoll-Off Observatories and Telescope Pedestal MountsNorfolk…home for your Telescopes, giving you INSTANT ACCESS to the whole sky. An Alexanders Roll-off Observatory is the answer! TELESCOPE PEDESTALS We have designed our own range of Telescope Pedestals to mount almost any…Observatories
Altrincham and District Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical SocietyAltrincham…of around 30 people who meet regularly to talk about and enjoy the night sky. We have several telescopes and other pieces of equipment which can be borrowed by society members for their own use. Throughout the year…Societies Offline
Astro AdventuresAstronomy TourismDevon…of the darkest skies in England. Experience all the wonders of the night sky. Galaxies, nebulae and planets. All can be seen at their most spectacular.Tourism
Astronomy BlogAstronomy Blog…you were wondering, the image at the top was drawn by hand with the night sky background taken from the excellent Stellarium. The silhouettes are of the Lovell, Mark II and 42ft radio telescopes.Personal Websites
Astronomy NowAstronomy Monthly MagazineKent…Each month, Astronomy Now includes an 13-page section on the night sky, an extensive news section, readers' astronomical images, book reviews and "Absolute beginners", a two-page article for those just getting…Books & Magazines
Astronomy WiseAstronomical Society in Sawdon, North YorkshireSawdon, North Yorkshire,…the world COME AND SEE THE STARS WITH ASTRONOMY WISE PUBLIC VIEWING NIGHTS. LOCATED IN THE DARK SKY AREA OF SAWDON EVERY 2nd FRIDAY OF THE MONTH CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILSSocieties Offline
Bristol Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Bristol)Bristol…dedicated in educating the public to the splendours of the night sky and all aspects of astronomy. We organise a series of talks and meetings throughout the year (see the programme page) given by professional…Societies Offline
Chris Lintotts UniverseAstronomy Presenter, Researcher and Writer…most famililarly as co-presenter on the really nearly-fifty-year-old Sky at Night program alongside Sir Patrick Moore, and most recently as coauthor of Bang!, with Patrick and Dr Brian May. The book was included on the…Personal Websites
Crawley Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Crawley)Crawley…newer members who are beginning to find their way around the night sky. Our monthly meetings cover varying topics of astronomical interest and usually include a guest speaker. However members also benefit from…Societies Offline
Davids Astronomy PagesPersonal Astronomy WebsiteThe amateur astronomy pages of a keen amateur astronomer and night sky observer, based in Northern England. See how Davids observing sessions develop - or not as the case may be! Other amateur astronomers hints, tips…Personal Websites
Derby and District Astronomical SocietyAstronomical SocietyDerby…held in Derby at which members share their enthusiasm for the night sky and the club's portable 8" Meade LX-90 telescope is used. We also bring this telescope along to cub and brownie groups, primary schools…Societies Offline
Flamsteed Astronomy SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (London)London…the most modern in Europe, and we arrange briefings about the night sky presented by the ROG astronomers. About twice a year we stage telescope workshops at the ROG to help beginners choose and use starter…Societies Offline
Guildford Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Guildford)GuildfordIf you've ever gazed in wonder at the night sky, pondered your place in the grand scheme of things or have an interest in Astronomy already and want to meet like-minded people then please come along to one of our…Societies Offline
Helkit AstronomyEast Sussex…toying with Astronomy since 2001. I got into attempting to image the night sky in 2003 with varying degrees of success. I do hope you enjoy the images here - please get in touch if you have any suggestions, or wish to…Personal Websites
International Year of Astronomy 2009The global website for the International Year of Astronomy 2009.Worldwide…world rediscover their place in the Universe through the day- and night-time sky, and thereby engage a personal sense of wonder and discovery. Vision Everyone should realise the impact of astronomy and other…Attractions Information & Education Tourism
Luton Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Luton)Luton…interest in the Science of Astronomy and general awareness of the night sky. We always welcome new members. The formation of the Society took place 40 years ago in the latter part of 1969, a few months after the…Societies Offline
Optical Visionimporter, exporter and worldwide distributor of a wide range of scientific & consumer optical productsSuffolk…registered brand names. Products in our extensive range include 'SKY-WATCHER' Astronomical Telescopes, 'TAL' Astronomical Telescopes, 'HELIOS' Astronomical Telescopes and Accessories, 'INTES-PLUS' Astronomical…Telescope & Binocular Sales
Preseli Astronomy GroupThe home of astronomy in PembrokeshirePembrokeshire…reading of astronomy books and magazines or simply watching the Sky at Night on television. If you have the slightest interest in astronomy or space science we want to meet you. We are lucky to have dark skies and…Societies Offline
Sunderland Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical Society (Sunderland)Sunderland…new telescopes and equipment and help with finding things in the night sky. Meetings on the third Sunday of the month are “Lecture Meetings” and feature a talk lasting around 30 to 45 minutes by either a visiting…Societies Offline
Tiverton and Mid Devon Astronomical SocietyRegional Astronomical SocietyTiverton / Devon…and offer regular observing sessions to see the wonders of the night sky. Douglas Rice, our chairman, has run the society since its inception. We are a member of the Federation of Astronomical Societies (FAS).…Societies Offline
VenturescopeAstronomy Equipment SalesEnsworth…Look out for us in the February editions of Astronomy Now and BBC Sky at Night magazines. If possible come and meet us at Astrofest 2010 in London on February 5th and 6th. We will be upstairs on the first floor on…Telescope & Binocular Sales
View from a ScopePersonal Astronomy Website…moved to Belleek and away from the city lights, all of a sudden the night sky was full of stars, more than I have ever seen before. I suppose this kick started my interest again and I wanted to learn all I could. When…Personal Websites
Wynyard Planetarium and ObservatoryPlanetarium and ObservatoryStockton…so that the planetarium audience can view the splendours of the night sky (as long as the weather is good) from the comfort of former cinema seats! The planetarium regularly hosts remote observing sessions with…Observatories