Category : Stargazing

A tour of the best winter stargazing targets visible from the UK, from Orion and the Pleiades to the Andromeda Galaxy, plus practical tips for cold nights.

Five common stargazing mistakes in the UK, from light pollution and poor dark adaptation to unrealistic expectations, with practical fixes for better nights under British skies.

Meteor showers reward preparation more than equipment. Here's how UK stargazers can choose a site, time a night out and pack for the Perseids, Geminids and the rest of the year's showers.