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WE ASKED: How has lockdown affected your astronomy?

Nick Martell I have always had an interest in astronomy but the lockdown has changed this for me to a much higher degree. I am outside every night now and being just an amateur I am starting to learn the sky. Once lockdown is complete I will be looking for my first telescope.

Sarah MacGregor It’s enabled me to rediscover the spark and passion I had for astronomy as a child... so much so my husband has bought me my first telescope and I am now so excited to be able to share this new adventure of discovery with my family.

Tony Horton My being furloughed from work has coincided with a period of excellent weather. I’ve been imaging from my observatory and I’ve also had the Dobsonian out in the garden. No work means no morning alarm clock!

Nick Williams Reduced air traffic has made for much more transparent skies, especially over where I live in London. I’ve taken advantage of this to image the Whirlpool Galaxy.

Tony Moss I miss meeting up with all the other members of our local astronomy club.

Carol Barchou I’ve been out quite a few nights and have loved watching the Starlinks go over. Venus has been beautiful and the Moon last night was amazing. I’m thinking of buying a telescope...oh dear!

Ron Hardington Having been meaning to purchase a telescope for a number of years I have now taken the plunge. Looking forward to setting it up for my family to be inspired.