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Avocet 50mm compact telescope with 8-24x eyepiece & case

£199.00
This truly compact birdwatching scope packs high quality optics and surprising specs into a lightweight body with an affordable price tag. Incredibly versatile, you may find this becoming your 'go-to' scope. It's ideal for travel due to its portability, size and weight but equally at home as a first spotting scope for those of you new to using telescopes to watch wildlife. This wonderfully portable birding scope could also become a favourite for the more experienced birder - with no tripod required and some serious optics including impressive close focus, the Avocet 50mm compact scope has to be a strong contender for your next scope purchase. 

Harrier 65mm ED telescope with 16-48x eyepiece & case

£460.00
The RSPB Harrier spotting scope with 65mm objective lens, a 16-48x zoom eyepiece and padded stay-on-case. 

Harrier 80mm ED telescope with 20-60x eyepiece & case

£510.00
The RSPB Harrier spotting scope with 80mm objective lens, a 20-60x zoom eyepiece and padded stay-on-case. 

Hilkinson Natureline 50 Telescope

£119.95
Introducing the new compact and lightweight Hilkinson NatureLine 50 telescope – The new benchmark in affordable, portable, quality optics.

Hilkinson Natureline 80 Telescope

£219.95
Introducing the new Hilkinson NatureLine 80 telescope – the new benchmark in affordable quality optics.This scope offers 20-60x magnification and an 80mm objective lens allowing you to get closer to nature at a great price. The fully multi coated optics on this scope provide good light transmission, resolution, and contrast in all light conditions. This rugged scope is also great in any weather thanks to the fully waterproof and nitrogen filled construction.

Kowa 663M Prominar with a 30x and 20x eyepeice and 1.6 extender – Used

£900.00
Kowa 663M Prominar with a 30x and 20x eyepiece and 1.6 extender - Used in excellent condition (body has few very minor surface marks on it)

Kowa TSN-55A Prominar Scope

£2,089.00
Discover a truly distinctive compact spotting scope with a 55mm fluorite crystal objective lens, designed to make your adventures genuinely unforgettable and immersive.

Kowa TSN-55S Prominar Scope

£2,089.00
Discover a truly distinctive compact spotting scope with a 55mm fluorite crystal objective lens, designed to make your adventures genuinely unforgettable and immersive.

KOWA TSN-663 SPOTTING SCOPE KIT

Original price was: £1,490.00.Current price is: £1,249.00.
This kit includes TSE-Z9B 20-60x twist up eyepiece and stay on case

Kowa TSN-66A Prominar Scope kit

£2,399.00
TSN-66 PROMINAR 66mm PURE FLUORITE CRYSTAL SPOTTING SCOPEThe TSN-66 PROMINAR is the newest member of Kowa’s PROMINAR family of spotting scopes, boasting exceptional pure fluorite crystal optics that have earned Kowa global acclaim.
  • TSN-66A PROMINAR angled spotting scope
  • TE-11WZ II 25-60x wide zoom eyepiece

Kowa TSN-66S Prominar Scope kit

£2,399.00
TSN-66 PROMINAR 66mm PURE FLUORITE CRYSTAL SPOTTING SCOPEThe TSN-66 PROMINAR is the newest member of Kowa’s PROMINAR family of spotting scopes, boasting exceptional pure fluorite crystal optics that have earned Kowa global acclaim.
  • TSN-66S PROMINAR angled spotting scope
  • TE-11WZ II 25-60x wide zoom eyepiece

Kowa TSN-82SV Kit

Original price was: £1,210.00.Current price is: £1,125.00.
Large 82mm objective lens model with outstanding light gathering power, bright field of view and great value.TSN-82SV Angled spotting scope body TE-9Z 20-60x eyepiece C-821 stay-on-case

Kowa TSN-88A Prominar Angled Spotting Scope with TE-11WZ II WA Zoom eyepiece

£3,135.00
Kowa is a renowned expert in the field of optics, creating optics and spotting scopes with the intention to provide a crystal clear optical experience, allowing you to observe and enjoy the natural world in its truest vibrancy and colour. Their latest optical advancements can be found in their new TSN-88 PROMINAR-88mm Spotting Scope. This zoom kit comes with a TE-11WZ II 25-60x wide zoom eyepiece, the addition of this eyepiece allows you to enjoy additional focal length. Making it great for observing birds and creatures far away, an ideal feature if you are hoping not to disturb any creature's habitat.

Kowa TSN-88S Prominar Angled Spotting Scope with TE-11WZ II WA Zoom eyepiece

£3,135.00
Kowa is a renowned expert in the field of optics, creating optics and spotting scopes with the intention to provide a crystal clear optical experience, allowing you to observe and enjoy the natural world in its truest vibrancy and colour. Their latest optical advancements can be found in their new TSN-88 PROMINAR-88mm Spotting Scope. This zoom kit comes with a TE-11WZ II 25-60x wide zoom eyepiece, the addition of this eyepiece allows you to enjoy additional focal length. Making it great for observing birds and creatures far away, an ideal feature if you are hoping not to disturb any creature's habitat.

KOWA TSN-99A PROMINAR 30-70X ANGLED ZOOM KIT

£3,699.00
A very special new addition to the Kowa Optics Range. Pure fluorite crystal Spotting Scope.  The TSN-99 PROMINAR with 30-70 wide angled eyepiece.

KOWA TSN-99S PROMINAR 30-70X STRAIGHT ZOOM KIT

£3,699.00
A very special new addition to the Kowa Optics Range. Pure fluorite crystal Spotting Scope.  The TSN-99 PROMINAR with 30-70 wide angled eyepiece.

Leica APO-Televid 65 angled view spotting scope + 25-50X zoom eyepiece

Original price was: £2,475.00.Current price is: £2,199.00.
This top-class small, compact spotting scope, is under 12in. (only 30 cm) in length!. Due to its size and low weight it is ideal for those who are active during the day but do not want to sacrifice optical performance e.g. when trekking or walking in the mountains.

Opticron MM3 50ED Straight Scope – Used

£379.00
Opticron MM3 50ED straight scope with SDL v2 zoom eyepiece and a 22x wide eyepiece.Used in very good condition - body has a few minor cosmetic marks

Swarovski 115mm Objective – 30-70x

£2,415.00

115mm objective module

The 115-mm objective module raises the bar with the largest lenses on the market. This gives you a crucial benefit, particularly at dawn and dusk. Now you can see things others miss.

Swarovski ATC 17-40×56 Spotting Scope

£2,040.00
Swarovski is renowned for producing high-quality scopes and optics, they have used their market-leading expertise to produce the new ATC 17-40x56 spotting scope. Designed with an intuitive operational body this lightweight and compact scope is ideal for being carried over rough terrain and remote areas. 

Swarovski ATC 17-40×56 Spotting Scope – Burnt Orange

£2,040.00
Swarovski is renowned for producing high-quality scopes and optics, they have used their market-leading expertise to produce the new ATC 17-40x56 spotting scope. Designed with an intuitive operational body this lightweight and compact scope is ideal for being carried over rough terrain and remote areas. 

Swarovski STC – Used

£1,750.00
Swarovski STC used in very good condition. Body has few minor marks on but nothing very noticeable.

Swarovski STC 17-40×56 Spotting Scope

£2,040.00
Swarovski is renowned for producing high-quality scopes and optics, they have used their market-leading expertise to produce the new STC 17-40x56 spotting scope. Designed with an intuitive operational body this lightweight and compact scope is ideal for being carried over rough terrain and remote areas. 

Swarovski STX eyepiece module

£2,045.00
Taking functionality to a new level: the STX  spotting scope system combines exceptionally flexible modularity with optical perfection.

Used Swarovski ATM 80 with 30x fixed eyepiece

£1,100.00
Swarovski ATM 80 telescope  with 30x fixed eyepieceUsed in very good condition.

Viking Swallow 50 Scope Kit

£159.95
The all new and improved Viking Swallow 50 Scope for 2023 – This is a completely new scope replacing the previous Swallow 50. With improved ergonomics, optics and build quality, complete with a built-in sunshade.

Viking Swallow 50 Scope Kit – New Damaged Box

£139.95
The all new and improved Viking Swallow 50 Scope for 2023 – This is a completely new scope replacing the previous Swallow 50. With improved ergonomics, optics and build quality, complete with a built-in sunshade.This is a new Product with slight damage to one corner of the box.

Viking Swallow ED 50mm Kit

£399.00
Following on from the success of the Swallow 65mm and 80mm ED models, we introduce the compact Swallow ED 50mmFrom the extra-low dispersion (ED) glass objective elements to the dielectric coatings on the prisms, these telescopes perform to a level not seen in instruments at this price point before.A lightweight, yet robust, polycarbonate body material    

Viking Swallow ED 65mm Kit

£449.00
Following on from the success of the Swallow 65mm and 80mm models, we introduce an even better optical performance experience with the Swallow ED 65mm and  80mm.From the extra-low dispersion (ED) glass objective elements to the dielectric coatings on the prisms, these telescopes perform to a level not seen in instruments at this price point before.A lightweight, yet robust, polycarbonate body material 

Viking Swallow ED 80mm Kit

£499.00
Following on from the success of the Swallow 65mm and 80mm models, we introduce an even better optical performance experience with the Swallow ED 65mm and  80mm.From the extra-low dispersion (ED) glass objective elements to the dielectric coatings on the prisms, these telescopes perform to a level not seen in instruments at this price point before.A lightweight, yet robust, polycarbonate body material 

ZEISS Carrying Case for Conquest Gavia 85

Original price was: £129.00.Current price is: £109.00.

ZEISS Carrying Case for Victory Harpia 85

Original price was: £169.00.Current price is: £139.00.

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ZEISS Carrying Case for Victory Harpia 95

Original price was: £175.00.Current price is: £149.00.

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Zeiss Victory Harpia 85mm Scope Kit – Scope + 22-65x + Free Zeiss Harpia Stay on Case

£3,198.00
Bird watching reaches a new level with the ZEISS Victory Harpia. This spotting scope combines a revolutionary new optical system with a 3-stage wide angle zoom providing a constant apparent field of view over its entire magnification period. The combination of an up to 70x magnification with the 85mm objective lens delivers easy and unobstructed views into open space. The ZEISS DualSpeed Focus facilitates quick, exact focusing, even at high magnification.

Zeiss Victory Harpia 95mm – Scope body + 23-70x eyepiece with free Zeiss Harpia Stay on Case

£3,400.00
The large diameter of the ZEISS Victory Harpia 95 results in even brighter images and, due to its high maximum magnification of 70x, is the ideal solution for observations at very long ranges.

Kowa TSN-501 compact spotting scope

Original price was: £289.00.Current price is: £255.00.
Enjoy close up views of nature anytime with the Kowa TSN-500 spotting scope. Small and light enough to always be with you whether at home, the park or trekking out in the hills. 

Kowa TSN-502 compact spotting scope

Original price was: £289.00.Current price is: £255.00.
Enjoy close up views of nature anytime with the Kowa TSN-500 spotting scope. Small and light enough to always be with you whether at home, the park or trekking out in the hills. 

Kowa TSN-553 Spotting Scope

£1,299.00
Introducing the new compact Kowa TSN-550 PROMINAR – a truly unique spotting scope, designed to make your journeys truly memorable and immersive.

Leica APO Televid 82 Angled Spotting Scope with 25-50x WW ASPH Eyepiece

£2,675.00
The Leica APO Televid 82 Angled Spotting Scope with 25-50x WW ASPH Eyepiece is aimed at those who have high demands and will accompany you through thick and thin. The scope's body and eyepiece are nitrogen-filled - independently of each other - and waterproofed up to 5 meters. The Leica APO Televid 82 Angled features automatic eyepiece lock on the new bayonet system which ensures that all eyepieces are held firmly in place. The Leica dual-focus system is reinforced by an additional crosspiece. The full rubber protection of the robust magnesium housing which fits comfortably in your hand, absorbs shocks effectively and guarantees silent viewing. On the APO models, an optically neutral front lens glass additionally protects the sensitive optic from harsh weather conditions.

Swarovski ATS 65HD + 25-50 E/P + Stay on case – Free Swarovski VPA Adapter + ATS Ring

£2,300.00
The Swarovski ATS 65 HD Angled Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the ATS 65 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.

Swarovski ATS 80HD + 25-50 E/P + Stay on case – Free Swarovski VPA Adapter + ATS Ring

£2,900.00
The Swarovski ATS 80 HD Angled Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the ATS 80 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.

Swarovski ATS 65 HD Angled Spotting Scope Body

£1,465.00
The Swarovski ATS 65 HD Angled Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the ATS 65 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.Please note this is for the body only. Eyepiece available separately.

Swarovski ATS 80 HD Angled Spotting Scope Body

£2,070.00
The Swarovski ATS 80 HD Angled Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the ATS 80 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.Please note this is for the body only. Eyepiece available separately.

Swarovski ATX Eyepiece Module

£2,045.00
The Latest in Swarovski Design Technology! The Swarovski ATX Eyepiece is an angular modular zoom eyepiece designed for the Swarovski ATX observation scopes. The innovative and unique optical design provides significant improvement in resolution, contrast, saturation and exceptional colour fidelity. The field flattener lenses create a flat image, even the finest structures are reproduced with razor-sharp clarity right up to the edge with no need for contrast refocusing. This ensures that every detail is instantly captured, producing a perfect image without any distortions. The Swarovski ATX Eyepiece features a long eye relief and the removable twist-in eyecup is individually adjustable. This eyepiece is compatible with the ATX-65, ATX-85, and ATX-95 objective assemblies. Mounted with either the ATX-65 or ATX-85 objective scope, this zoom eyepiece has a magnification range of 25-60x; when mounted on the ATX-95 model, the magnification range is 30-70x.

Swarovski BTX Binocular module

£2,415.00
New from Swarovski the BTX binocular eyepiece is designed to work with the existing modular telescope system with either the 65mm, 85mm and 95mm objective modules. The Swarovski BTX combines the benefits of a telescope and binoculars making viewing over longer periods more relaxed.Magnifiactions are 30x with the 65mm and 85mm objective and 35x with the 95mmMagnifications with the additional ME 1.7x extender are 50x with the 65mm and 85mm and 60x with 95mm.Fully waterproof to 4m

Swarovski ATX Body + E/P module + 65mm Obj +Stay on Case

£3,100.00
The Swarovski STX 25-60x65 Modular Telescope is suitable for anyone who enjoys travelling or long days in the field and who desires a spotting scope that is compact and light. The STX Straight 65mm spotting scope produces outstanding optical performance, a large field of view and impressive close-range focusing, even with a relatively small 65mm objective lens diameter. The innovative and unique optical design provides significant improvement in resolution, rich contrast and saturation, and exceptional colour fidelity. The Swarovision STX Telescopes feature a long eye relief and a removable twist-in eyecup to ensure spectacle wearers can enjoy and comfortably experience the edge-to-edge sharpness and long field of view. The reinvented design offers two eyepiece modules (angled or straight) and three objective modules with diameters of 65, 85 and 95mm, all with Swarovision technology, to combine and provide a total of six different spotting scopes to suit every viewing opportunity. 

Swarovski ATX Body + E/P module + 85mm Obj + Stay on Case

£3,700.00
The Swarovski ATX 25-60x85 Modular Telescope is the perfect choice for anyone wanting to travel light and who also appreciates outstanding quality. This spotting scope can do it all, no matter whether it's taken on your travels or if you're spending all day in the reed beds, with the ATX 85mm spotting scope you are well equipped for every situation. Light transmission, zoom range and close focus (3.6 m/11.8 ft) are all key features that make it the perfect digiscoping tool. The innovative and unique optical design provides significant improvement in resolution, rich contrast and saturation, and exceptional colour fidelity. The Swarovision Angled ATX Telescopes feature a long eye relief and a removable twist-in eyecup to ensure spectacle wearers can enjoy and comfortably experience the edge-to-edge sharpness and long field of view. 

Swarovski ATX Body + 95mm Obj Module + Stay on Case

£4,130.00
The Swarovski ATX 30-70x95 Modular Telescope is a spotting scope with such outstanding detail resolution with up to 70x magnification it even pushes optical tests to their limits. Despite the 95mm objective lens, this is a slim spotting scope weighing in at just 2kg (75 oz). In a nutshell, it ticks all the boxes for any birder wanting to discover an albatross gliding past an oceanic headland. The innovative and unique optical design provides significant improvement in resolution, rich contrast and saturation, and exceptional colour fidelity. The Swarovision Angled ATX Telescopes feature a long eye relief and a removable twist-in eyecup to ensure spectacle wearers can enjoy and comfortably experience the edge-to-edge sharpness and long field of view. The new modular design offers previously unimagined flexibility and you are free to choose the perfect solution as the situation dictates. 

Swarovski ATX Body + E/P module + 115mm Obj + Stay on Cases –

£4,675.00
The Swarovski ATX 30-70 x 115 Modular Telescope is a spotting scope with such outstanding detail resolution with up to 70x magnification it even pushes optical tests to their limits. Despite the 115mm objective lens, this is a slim spotting scope weighing in at just 2100g. In a nutshell, it ticks all the boxes for any birder wanting to discover an albatross gliding past an oceanic headland. The innovative and unique optical design provides significant improvement in resolution, rich contrast and saturation, and exceptional colour fidelity. The Swarovision Angled ATX Telescopes feature a long eye relief and a removable twist-in eyecup to ensure spectacle wearers can enjoy and comfortably experience the edge-to-edge sharpness and long field of view. The new modular design offers previously unimagined flexibility and you are free to choose the perfect solution as the situation dictates.

Swarovski 65mm Objective – 25-60x

£845.00
The Latest in Swarovski Design Technology! The Swarovski 65mm Objective Module is a 65mm diameter objective lens and is designed to work with the Swarovski ATX and STX modular eyepiece’s (not included, available separately). The lightweight, robust ATX/STX series feature a modular design which enables you to mix and match the different eyepieces and scopes. This innovative modular design from Swarovski enables you to store the objective and eyepiece modules separately and the smaller dimensions also mean that you can easily and safely store individual modules in your luggage. The conveniently placed and easily accessible, textured focus ring on the Swarovski 65mm Objective Module is within easy reach and placed in front of the zoom ring on the ATX/STX eyepieces (eye piece not included) for simple, one-handed operation. When placing an STX (straight) or ATX (angled) eye piece onto this module you get a magnification range of 25-60x. Note: ATX or STX modular eyepiece required! 

Swarovski 85mm Objective – 25-60x

£1,435.00
The Latest in Swarovski Design Technology! The Swarovski 85mm Objective Module is an 85mm diameter objective lens and is designed to work with the Swarovski ATX and STX modular eyepiece’s (not included, available separately). The lightweight, robust ATX/STX series feature a modular design which enables you to mix and match the different eyepieces and scopes. This innovative modular design from Swarovski enables you to store the objective and eyepiece modules separately and the smaller dimensions also mean that you can easily and safely store individual modules in your luggage. The conveniently placed and easily accessible, textured focus ring on the Swarovski 85mm Objective Module is within easy reach and placed in front of the zoom ring on the ATX/STX eyepieces (eye piece not included) for simple, one-handed operation. When placing an STX (straight) or ATX (angled) eye piece onto this module you get a magnification range of 25-60x. Note: ATX or STX modular eyepiece required! 

Swarovski 95mm Objective – 30-70x

£1,815.00
The Latest in Swarovski Design Technology! The Swarovski 95mm Objective Module is a 95mm diameter objective lens and is designed to work with the Swarovski ATX and STX modular eyepiece’s (not included, available separately). The lightweight, robust ATX/STX series feature a modular design which enables you to mix and match the different eyepieces and scopes. This innovative modular design from Swarovski enables you to store the objective and eyepiece modules separately and the smaller dimensions also mean that you can easily and safely store individual modules in your luggage. The conveniently placed and easily accessible, textured focus ring on the Swarovski 95mm Objective Module is within easy reach and placed in front of the zoom ring on the ATX/STX eyepieces (eye piece not included) for simple, one-handed operation. When placing an STX (straight) or ATX (angled) eye piece onto this module you get a magnification range of 30-70x. Note: ATX or STX modular eyepiece required!

Swarovski STS 65 HD Straight Spotting Scope – Body Only

£1,465.00
The Swarovski STS 65 HD Straight Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the STS 65 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.This if for the body only

Swarovski STS 80 HD Straight Spotting Scope -Body Only

£2,070.00
The Swarovski ATS 80 HD Straight Spotting Scope is part of the ATS/STS range and offers all the features that you would look for in a spotting scope: a lightweight design with cutting edge optics. Fluoride-containing HD lenses minimise colour fringing (chromatic aberration) and deliver contrast-rich images with razor-sharp outlines, which is ideal for digiscoping. The easy-to-handle fully rubberised, nitrogen filled and waterproof construction makes the ATS 80 an ideal scope for outdoor viewing.This is for the body only

Viking 12-36x 50mm Swallow Compact Telescope -Ex Demo

Original price was: £139.95.Current price is: £85.00.
A lightweight and portable scope with good light transmission, resolution and colour contrast which can be taken with you wherever you go.This is ex demo in excellent condition. Please note this is not the new 2023 version

Viking 16-48x 65mm Swallow Telescope

£229.95
A lightweight and portable scope with good light transmission, resolution and colour contrast which can be taken with you wherever you go. A stay on case is included.

Viking 20-60x 80mm Swallow Telescope

£259.95
A lightweight and portable scope with good light transmission, resolution and colour contrast which can be taken with you wherever you go. A stay on case is included.

Viking AV-80ED body angled

£612.00
Objective lens diameter (mm) 80 Shortest focusing distance (m) 6 Length, approx. (mm) 410 Weight approx. (g) (body only)

Viking TRIPOD S’PORT

£50.00
The new generation of Viking Tripod S’port has been designed to enable the effortless carrying of a Telescope and tripod whilst you are out bird watching.Key Features
  • Strong and secure velcro leg fastenings for all full sized tripods
  • Flexible side accessed storage with large internal storage pocket
  • Easy access small front pocket
  • Water bottle holder

Viking Universal Hide clamp Clamp Only

£49.95
A universal clamp to make a tripod centre column into a hide clamp.  Universal fitting using the 4 supplied shims in order to offer great flexibility to fit removable centre columns from various tripods.

Viking Universal Smart Phone Adapter – damaged box

Original price was: £24.95.Current price is: £19.95.
Our Brand New Universal Smartphone adopter. Get excellent images with any Smartphone with this all new adapter for use with telescopes, binoculars or microscopes This item is new but damaged packaging

Zeiss Conquest Gavia 85 Angled Scope

£1,499.00
The lightweight, robust Zeiss Conquest Gavia 85 Angled Spotting Scope features a high-resolution lens system and rapid focus. Designed to meet the needs of wildlife and nature observers, it has a large 85mm lens diameter and 60x magnification. With a close near-focus setting, observing smaller objects or wildlife is easier than ever. Extensive accessories are available to extend the capabilities. 

What is the best telescope for beginners?

We have numerous good quality telescopes for sale that are easy to use at any level. The specifications vary but generally fit loosely into three size categories: 50mm objective lenses with a typical zoom magnification range of around 12x-36x, 60mm or 65mm with a zoom range 15x-45x, and 80mm+ with zoom range 20x-60x. 

What should I look for when buying a telescope?

Image quality and any other criteria such as size, weight, and budget. There is no substitute for trying out to find the perfect fit.

What do I need to know before buying a telescope?

Other than the three size categories listed above, it's worth bearing in mind that to get the best possible viewing from a telescope, some form of extra support will be necessary (ideally a tripod) as the high magnification is impossible to hand hold.

Should I buy a telescope or binoculars?

With its higher magnification, a telescope is very useful for more distant observation but due to the narrow field of view that makes finding closer and more fleeting subjects difficult, nature enthusiasts would recommend binoculars to have enough magnification for most of your wildlife encounters, as well as being the more popular choice the majority of the time.

What is the difference between spotting scopes and telescopes?

Everything about a telescope is designed to maximise your long-range viewing of space and the night sky. It has a large optical tube for more light gathering, intense magnification capabilities for viewing things millions of lightyears away and an angled viewing lens for comfort. However, all this makes it quite a heavy and large object, which means it’s not very portable and is almost impossible for terrestrial viewing.

For terrestrial viewing, such as nature observation, this is where spotting scopes shine. The magnification is much lower and will not work well at night however the image quality due to the precision glass elements is much higher. This means that you can get exceptional close-up views of nature from great distances. Although these spotting scopes are optimised for terrestrial observation, they will offer fantastic views of the moon. Spotting scopes can be configured in have straight or angled viewing depending on your needs, However, if you want to view more of the night sky and astronomy as spotting scope is not for you.