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Astro Hacks: DIY Tube Ring Marker
I’m sure that many of you will have come across the same frustration that I used to have – I’d set up my ’scope (a 6” Fullerscope newtonian) for my…
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All about the Aldershot Observatory
The observatory, a red circular brick building with a hemispherical dome, has stood for many years as a listed building in the centre of Aldershot army garrison, home to the…
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Viewing coloured nebulae
Why can’t I see fabulous coloured nebulae with my telescope? We are all used to seeing fabulous, colourful images from space, taken by the Hubble Space Telescope or from some of…
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Teaching resources and practical exercises
Farnham Astronomical Society has compiled a set of practical exercises to raise awareness and interest in Astronomy, the night sky and topical issues such as light pollution. These resources aim…
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DSLR Camera set up
Camera set up for Wide Field Astrophotography with DSLR Equipment· Film or digital camera with manual mode and long exposure, preferably a DSLR· Tripod (can be any size)· Remote control…
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Tribute to John Moore
It is with deep regret that we announce the sad news of the death of John Moore a member of Farnham AS. John joined our society over ten years ago…
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WebCam Imaging
WebCam Imaging MasterClass I’ve dabbled with webcam imaging before, but hitherto I’ve only achieved mediochre results – seeing perhaps a couple of cloud belts on Jupiter, some suggestion of a red spot, the…
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Variable Stars: U Orionis
U Orionis Observing Notes 2007-2009 The British Astronomical Association made U Orionis, a long-period variable or “Mira” star, its variable star of year for 2008. This star varies over a…
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Laser Pointer Safety
Please note this article was written in 2012 and regulations may have changed so the following should not be treated as comprehensive or completely accurate. The authors are not experts…
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Summer Observing
The long Summer evenings don’t necessarily mean that observing and imaging are out of the question. The Moon is still an easy and sometimes overlooked target and yet our natural satellite is…