Here are some links that I have found useful. Hopefully you to will find them helpful. They will certainly speed up your searches across the Internet. Some of the manufacturers and retailers sites that are included often have good general help and FAQ sections, as well as informative articles for beginners and more advanced astronomers alike. Have a browse around -- just click on the name and go there -- and see if they have what you are looking for.

If you live in the Manchester area and would like to meet other amateur
Astronomers, hear from visiting speakers or simply wish to find out more about astronomy, then come down to the West Didsbury Astronomical
Society. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month, except August. Follow the link below for more details and how to find us.