Andy;
It used to be that someone who was starting out in astronomy would be advised to first get a good pair of binos and a star map and spend a little time learning the sky before investing in a scope
Even if you are going to buy a scope you should seriously also consider getting a good pair-say 10 x50s -of binoculars.You will always find them useful
Why not get a pair-Andrews has some really cheap-and maybe use these till you get a chance to come along to a WSAAG observing night and have a look through a few scopes before making up your mind what to buy
just my 2 c, dont want to confuse you , but why not try before you buy? and the binos will hopefully keep you going till you can do so.
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