You don’t need to be Galileo to see that Amazon Prime Day is hurtling towards us like a meteorite, with the first impact expected to be felt on Tuesday, but we have been looking around the online universe, and have spotted some spectacularly good deals already available on some of the best telescopes out there – including several by highly trusted brand Celestron.
The discounted telescopes include several top-end models that our expert reviewers have been raving about, but there are also bargains to be had on some of the best telescopes for beginners, if you or a family member are just beginning your journey into space. Most of deals are in place for strictly limited time period, so stay focused!
Top telescope deals - quick links
- Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope
was £299.99now £189.99 save 37% - Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ Refractor Telescope
was £99.95now £139.99 save 29% - Celestron NexStar 6SE Computerised Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
was £1,349.99now £1,049.99 save 22% - Celestron Travel Scope 70 Portable Refractor Telescope
was £99.99now £79 save 21% - Celestron Signature Series 'Moon By Robert Reeves' Astronomical Telescope
was £69.99now £55 save 21%
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope
Was £299.99 now £189.99 save 37%
One of the best bargains in our orbit at the moment, the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is a Newtonian reflector telescope that’s quick to set up, easy to use and powerful enough to view celestial and terrestrial objects. Adults and kids can use this model together, and it comes with two eyepieces, a StarPointer red dot finderscope and an adjustable tripod comprised of a lightweight frame and a manual German Equatorial mount for smooth and accurate pointing.
Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ Refractor Telescope
Was £139.99 now £99.95 save 29%
Featuring in T3's round-up of the best telescopes for nightsky newbies, our expert reviewer says the AstroMaster 70AZ is a good telescope for beginners, especially those primarily interested in observing and studying objects in our own solar system, such as planets and the Moon. This Refractor Telescope comes with a tripod that can be set-up at two different heights, plus two Kellner eyepieces (20mm for wide-angle views and 10mm for close-ups) and a StarPointer red-dot finderscope.
Celestron NexStar 6SE
Was £1,349.99 now £1,049.99 save 22%
A more serious investment, this highly capable computerised Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope features prominently in our round-up of the very best telescopes on the market. Our expert reviewer considers the Celestron NexStar 6SE to be the best mid-range telescope for stargazing. Labelling it a ‘genuine allrounder’ he says it’s perfect for experienced amateur astronomers, ‘looking for higher magnifications and sharper, more refined views of both the deep sky and objects in our own solar system.’ The NexStar 6SE comes with fully automated GoTo mount, and SkyAlign technology with a NexStar+ hand controller complete with a database of 40,000 celestial objects, from stars to nebula, including their exact positions.
Celestron Travel Scope 70 Portable Refractor Telescope
Was £99.99 now £79 save 21%
Another model from our selection of the best telescopes for beginners, the Celestron Travel Scope 70 is a portable refractor telescope that comes with a tailor made backpack, for times when you want to get out on the peaks, hills and moors, well away from light pollution, to check out the night sky. While designed to be light (with the frame it weighs 1.5kg), easy to set up and transportable, this telescope is still excellent quality, with 400mm focal length and a fully-coated 70mm objective lens (to allow plenty of light in). Beside the backpack it comes with two eyepieces (10mm and 20mm) and free software.
Celestron Signature Series ‘Moon By Robert Reeves’ Astronomical Telescope
Was £69.99 now £55 save 21%
Designed as an ideal entry level telescope for people taking their first steps into space, and named for Celestron’s collaboration with astronomer and astroimager Robert Reeves [external link] (one of whose spectacular lunar photographs graces the body of this scope), this is a tabletop telescope that is extremely easy to use. It features a Dobsonian mount and a 76mm aperture, so users can focus clearly on celestial objects.
Upgrade to smarter living
Get the latest news, reviews, deals and buying guides on gorgeous tech, home and active products straight to your inbox.
Author of Caving, Canyoning, Coasteering…, a recently released book about all kinds of outdoor adventures around Britain, Pat Kinsella has been writing about outdoor pursuits and adventure sports for two decades. In pursuit of stories he’s canoed Canada’s Yukon River, climbed Mont Blanc and Kilimanjaro, skied and mountain biked across the Norwegian Alps, run ultras across the roof of Mauritius and through the hills of the Himalayas, and set short-lived speed records for trail-running Australia’s highest peaks and New Zealand’s nine Great Walks. A former editor of several Australian magazines he’s a longtime contributor to publications including Sidetracked, Outdoor, National Geographic Traveller, Trail Running, The Great Outdoors, Outdoor Fitness and Adventure Travel, and a regular writer for Lonely Planet (for whom he compiled, edited and co-wrote the Atlas of Adventure, a guide to outdoor pursuits around the globe). He’s authored guides to exploring the coastline and countryside of Devon and Dorset, and recently wrote a book about pub walks. Follow Pat's adventures on Strava and instagram.
-
How to choose a beard trimmer for shorter beards: buying advice to style your stubble
Which trimmer should you choose from short beards? T3 explains in this helpful guide
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
-
Apple TV+ shows and movies coming to Amazon Prime Video
Amazon and Apple agree streaming partnership
By Rik Henderson Published
-
Act fast! Amazon cuts the Peloton Bike+ by almost $500 for Prime Day
The best exercise bike that delivers on and off bike workouts
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
REI Labor Day Sale is live – here are 12 deals picked by T3's experts
Gear up and save big with REI’s Labor Day Deals
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Zoom back to school with Segway's jaw-dropping e-scooter deals – up to 61% off!
Zoom into the new school year with Segway – where incredible savings meet incredible rides
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Team GB has already won a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics for the best-looking merchandise
I’m low-key obsessed with this Paris 2024 Olympics bomber jacket – and you can buy it, too.
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Save over 50% off the resistance band set favored by Chris Hemsworth
It's now less than $30!
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
I’m a fitness writer – these are the best dumbbell deals in the Prime Day sale
There's some pretty strong savings across Bowflex, NordicTrack and more!
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published
-
Best Prime Day apparel deals from Nike, Crocs, Adidas, Under Armour and more
From T-shirts to shoes, here are the best offers on apparel this Amazon Prime Day
By Matt Kollat Published
-
Fitbit Charge 6 plummets to less than $100 in Prime Day deal – its lowest-ever price!
This isn't just a bargain, it's an absolute steal
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Published