Here we have compiled a list of our recommended beginners telescopes. Ideal for first time users wanting to get started. We have a few different type such as refractors, reflectors and maksutov telescopes. All do certain things better than others. As always, if you need help in deciding on the best telescope, just get in touch with us. Massive savings on a wide range this Christmas!
We do recommend you get some accessories along with your telescope to get the most of our your purchase. We have a very handy accessory bundle next to each beginners telescope, which consists of a moon filter, Planisphere and a Smartphone bracket with a bluetooth remote for taking picutres through your telescope! Just check the box to add the accessory bundle to your order!
If you require any help with choosing the right telescope or help with accessories just get in touch on 01909 774 369 or email us at sales@rothervalleyoptics.co.uk.
Discover our Solar System with the Celestron PowerSeeker 114EQ! You’ll be ready to observe in minutes thanks to the quick and easy no-tool setup. The 114EQ provides bright, clear images of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more for great night time viewing.
The Inspire 90 is a short refractor telescope perfect for terrestrial and celestial viewing on the go. The Inspire can view the planets, moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy
Embark on the adventure of astronomy: with the entry-level telescope including extensive astronomy accessories , starting out in celestial observation is child's play.
The SKYHAWK-1145P models feature premium-quality Parabolic Primary Mirrors, normally found in larger more expensive telescopes, to eliminate spherical aberrations, producing even sharper, higher-contrast images which are full of detail.
The new ACUTER VOYAGER MAK80 telescope is a high quality and powerful Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with 80mm aperture. This compact and easily transportable telescope is ideal for observing and learning about the night sky.
114MM (4.5") F/1000 CATADIOPTRIC NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR TELESCOPE. A very nice beginners telescope with a sturdy EQ mount. The 4.5" reflector will show nice detail in the moon and planets and also some bright deep sky objects.
The new ACUTER VOYAGER MAK70 is a high quality and powerful Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with 70mm aperture. This compact and easily transportable telescope is ideal for observing and learning about the night sky.
The BRESSER NANO NT-114/500 telescope is the perfect combination of a large Newtonian mirror with a short focal length. The advanced observer who has discovered that light gathering is a more important factor than magnification
Easy to Use, No Fuss, Grab-and-Go Telescope. With a useful 114mm of light gathering aperture and a superb parabolic primary mirror, the SKYHAWK-1145PS is a highly capable all-rounder
An ideal instrument for the wide-field observation of Deep-Sky objects, including Nebulae, Star Fields, Star Clusters and Galaxies, the Moon, bright planets and Comets, as well for daytime terrestrial observations when used in conjunction with a 1.25" erecting prism (not supplied).
Discover our Solar System with the Celestron AstroMaster 90 eq Maksutov. You’ll be ready to observe in minutes thanks to the quick and easy no-tool setup.
The Heritage-130P has been specially designed to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy 2009 and the 400th Anniversary of Galileo’s first telescope.
Take a closer look especially at the Sun, Moon and planets: the entry-level telescope comes with lots of accessories and allows for a quick and easy start.