Anyone know about telescopes?

[RandyMiceDavies]

I'd like to buy one for my husband. Budget is pretty flexible- would like to get a good one but don't really know where to start.

Don't buy anything from the high street! You need a specialist astronomy supplier. There are various types - reflector, refracting, schmidt-cassegrain and a bewildering array of optics/magnification and lenses. You also need a mount/tripod - I'd recommend a motorised one, particularly if one of the main motivations is taking long exposure photos.

It can be an expensive hobby, but very satisfying. To get something decent you are probably looking at £500+. There are cheaper deals out there aimed at beginners, but I would be wary of anything too cheap - the optics won't be good. I would contact some of the specialist suppliers and see what they recommend.