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mikey72uk

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Hello.

I might pass by this forum from time to time. I have always been interested in Astronomy ever since I have been a kid. Not very experienced with the practical side because when I had a telescope (4in Reflector on an equatorial mount) I wasn't able to get away from sky pollution. I lent it to my brother and I guess since has fallen into a black hole or something.

Encouraged by "The Brian Cox Effect", I decided to join an Astronomy club and look to start stargazing again....

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Thanks for the warm welcome so far. I have discovered the Swindon Stargazers, which I have joined already. I hope to meet some locals there in due course.

I am seeking more advice before purchasing a scope, as I desire a scope that provides the best balance between ability to see objects nicely, ease of use, stability and (very importantly) portability. Portability because Swindon has a distinctive orange glow about the sky which I can get away from but the scope has to fit in the boot of a Vauxhall Corsa!

At some point in the future, I would like to try and get photos taken, perhaps through a webcam at first, but that is perhaps in the distance once I get used to observing with my eyes.

Any advice gratefully received.

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