Ezzy Pearson rounds up the latest astronomical accessories

1. Monocular telescope building kit

Price £30 • Supplier Royal Museums Greenwich • https://shop.rmg.co.uk

Build your own refracting telescope and tripod from 314 laser-cut pieces that slot together without the need for glue. The end result is a functional telescope that’s also a great showpiece and educational tool.

2. Constellation notebook

Price £13.95 • Supplier Joanie Home • www.joaniehome.com

Combine convenience with style. The soft cover is patterned with gold foil stars and has a loop to hold the supplied gold pen. The 160 ruled pages are solidly bound to keep all your notes securely together.

3. Antlia 1.25-inch H-beta and OIII filter

Price £99 • Supplier First Light Optics • www.firstlightoptics.com

Specifically designed for visual observing nebulae, this filter lets through 90 per cent of the light from OIII and H-beta lines while cutting out other light, increasing the contrast around nebulae and reducing the effects of light pollution.

4. Bresser T2 extension tube set

Price £27 • Supplier The Widescreen Centre • www.widescreen-centre.co.uk

Get the separation exactly right when attaching your DSLR to your telescope with these extension tubes. The set comes with five tubes between 5mm and 30mm that have T2 threads on both sides and can be combined to achieve optimal focus.

5. Vixen XY guidescope mount

Price £200 • Supplier Telescope House • www.telescopehouse.com

Attach your guidescope to your main telescope with this mount. Capable of supporting up to 5kg, its position can be adjusted by plus or minus 6.5º in both horizontal and vertical directions.

6. MTB galaxy gloves

Price £25 • Supplier Melon Optics • www.melonoptics.com

For milder summer nights, these lightweight, touch-screen-compatible gloves will help keep the chill at bay when handling cold equipment. The backs are decorated with beautiful nebulae, while silicone grips on the palm and two fingers aid grip.