Here we have compiled a list of our recommended beginners telescopes. Ideal for first time users wanting to get started. We have a few different type such as refractors, reflectors and maksutov telescopes. All do certain things better than others. As always, if you need help in deciding on the best telescope, just get in touch with us. Massive savings on a wide range this Christmas!
We do recommend you get some accessories along with your telescope to get the most of our your purchase. We have a very handy accessory bundle next to each beginners telescope, which consists of a moon filter, Planisphere and a Smartphone bracket with a bluetooth remote for taking picutres through your telescope! Just check the box to add the accessory bundle to your order!
If you require any help with choosing the right telescope or help with accessories just get in touch on 01909 774 369 or email us at sales@rothervalleyoptics.co.uk.
Rother Valley Optics have put together a beginners package which is suitable for any telescope. The kit comes with a planisphere, RVO Moon Filter and an Smartphone Bracket. All these items are perfect to go alongside any telescope to get you up and running.
The Sky-Watcher Heritage-76 has been specially designed to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy (IYA) and the 400th Anniversary of Galileo’s first telescope. This is not only a highly functional precision optical instrument but also a beautiful collector’s piece, desk or shelf ornament, and ideal gift.
The Acuter Maksy 60 is a complete fully functional telescope set with the added benefit of a removable discovery panel which reveals the fascinating internal construction of an advanced Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system
A fantastic entry level telescope aimed for kids. An easy to use, quality, lightweight instrument. It will show nice detail on the moon and bright deep sky objects.
The entry-level class of reflecting telescopes begins with the Omegon 76/700 AZ. The Jupiter system with its four large Galilean moons or the rings of Saturn can now be seen, as can innumerable lunar craters. Ideal beginners telescope!
Looking for a portable and easy to assemble telescope for celestial viewing? Then the AstroMaster LT Series is just for you! The AstroMaster LT Series produces bright, clear images of the Moon and planets.
The PowerSeeker 70 is a refractor telescope perfect for terrestrial and celestial viewing on the go. The PowerSeeker can view the planets, moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects.
The Acuter MaksyGo 60 Mini Dobsonian is a complete fully functional telescope set with the added benefit of a removable discovery panel which reveals the fascinating internal construction.
The Sky-Watcher CAPRICORN 70 (EQ1) is an excellent choice for the novice astronomer. It features an equatorial mount with manual slow motion controls to make tracking and locating objects easy.