Resources

Organisations

• Federation of Astronomical Societies

  Supporting UK astronomy and astronomical societies across the country.

  fedastro.org.uk

• Society for Popular Astronomy

  A national society for amateur astronomers, especially helpful for beginners.

  popastro.com

• British Astronomical Association

  The UK's association for amateur astronomers, with observing sections and guides.

  britastro.org

News and magazines

• Universe Today

  Space and astronomy news.

  universetoday.com

• Astronomy Now

  A UK astronomy magazine with news, observing guides and equipment reviews.

  astronomynow.com

Apps and tools

• Stellarium

  Free, open-source planetarium software showing the sky from your location.

  stellarium.org

• Heavens-Above

  Predictions for the International Space Station and other satellites.

  heavens-above.com

• Clear Outside

  Hourly cloud and darkness forecasts designed for astronomers.

  clearoutside.com

Links checked in September 2026. RAS is not responsible for the content of external websites.