Welcome to my Amateur Astronomy Page. In Hampshire, UK, about 7. 0 miles west of London , although many of my images were taken when I was living on the outskirts of London. Click on the links in the yellow bar at the left to see the pictures. Click here for latest pictures. Click here for the best pictures. See my pictures of the Northern Lights. See my photos of Auckland NZ. Astronomical Places of interest I have visited.

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Virtual home devoted to Astronomy and the deep-sky in particular. I hope you find something of interest whether you are a telescope maker, visual observer or astro imager. For all the latest images from a Lancashire back garden. A simple device to enable planetary imaging at low altitudes. Less hassle to use too! Something different that will put a smile on your face! Microsoft Lifecam Cinema Webcam. Return to webcam imaging with the Lifecam.

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The Holden Telescope of 1894. The Bolton Astronomical Society is a local group of enthusiasts, spanning a wide range of ages and experience. We also hold extra observing sessions and group events throughout the year.