There are many apps for astronomy, each with a slightly different focus or features, but for beginners, Star Walk 2 is great choice. Available on iPhone and Android, Star Walk 2 is free with ads ...

We've rounded up the best telescopes for beginners, to suit a range of budgets. January is absolutely the month to take up astronomy. Mars is at opposition, its biggest and brightest, on January ...

a simple telescope for beginners is perfect - this will give you a closer look at the night sky without the price tag. This also means that if you decide astronomy isn’t for you - no problem!

Alternatively, if you're buying for older children, consider our guide to the best beginner telescopes. Or for something a little more portable, we've rounded up the best binoculars for kids.