Category Archives: News and Blog

BBC Stargazing Live 2013. Waters Edge visitors centre, Lincolnshire

On the 8th January 2013, BBC Stargazing live returns to the Waters Edge visitors centre, at Barton Upon Humber, Lincolnshire. The North Lincs Astro club will be in attendance with a selection of telescopes for you to look through and give … Continue reading

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Ostara SWA 2″ (50.8mm) eyepieces

The Ostara 2″ (50.8mm) SWA angle eyepieces are designed to give picture window low-mid power views of the heavens. Available in 26mm, 32mm and 38mm. 2″ only. Great eye relief makes them ideal for spectacle wearers. Fully multi-coated optics for … Continue reading

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North Lincs Astro meeting 3rd December 2012

There was a good gathering at the North Lincolnshire Astronomy club on the 3rd December 2012 meeting. Chris Roche gave a good talk about the speed we are travelling across space. Clear skies for the most part ensured some of … Continue reading

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Hawke Premier compact binoculars. New shape for 2012

New for 2012, Hawke have upgraded their popular Premier series with a new body shape. See image right. The Hawke Premier compact binoculars come with 3 choices. 8×25 and 10×25 for general use, and a 12×25 for long distance work … Continue reading

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Optical Hardware Red Dot Finderscope

New for 2012 is the Optical Hardware Red Dot Finder scope. The interchangeable base means it can be adapted to fit most telescopes.  £24.99 at the time of release , it represents excellent value for money. Click here to buy … Continue reading

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North Lincs Astro. Observing session, 16th November 2012

On the 16th November 2012, the North Lincs Astro club will be having an observing session at Ness End, at Far ings nature reserve, Barton Upon Humber. Weather permitting, it will be a great chance to view the heavens. No … Continue reading

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Visionary WP2n Binoculars. New body shape for 2012

The Visionary WP2 has had a face lift with a new body for October 2012. The new model will be called the WP2n. Available in 8×25 and 10×25.  There is no change in price.

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Far Ings Nature reserve. Bird sightings 20th October 2012

Location. Far Ings nature reserve, Barton Upon Humber Date 20th October 2012 Mute Swan Great Crested Grebe (summer and winter) Little Grebe Moorhen Coot Teal Gadwall Gulls Redshank Tufted Duck Mallard

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New Product. Skywatcher 5-position filter wheel (1.25″)

New for 2012 is the Skywatcher 5 position filter wheel. Allows up five 1.25″ filters to be fitted at any one time. Ideal for both visual and photographic use. Please note that you will need an extra 20mm of inward … Continue reading

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North Lincolnshire astro club location

The North Lincs Astro club meet at the Far Ings Nature reserve on the first Monday of every month. Click HERE for directions and more information.  

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