• CELESTRON 11068

This is our favourite telescope. When Lee or I talk to a school or scout group this is the telescope we instinctively reach for. It is easy to carry, quick to set up and align and has excellent optics and a large enough aperture to show all types of objects.

Our package includes the telescope, sturdy field tripod, Nexstar computer control and a high-quality eyepiece chosen to give the best balance bewteen magnification and field of view. It is ideal for anyone wanting a serious but portable telescope.

An instant success when introduced in 2008 it is still one of the best telescopes on the market

All you need in addition is batteries to start your night-time adventure. These can be ordinary AA dry cells but we recommend a Celestron power tank as it works out cheaper in the long run and is very convenient. We use them all the time.

Price: £919.00 (Including VAT at 20%)




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