Hi Theo, welcome to IIS. As Trevor has already explained, a dob is great bang for your buck. Depending on what you want to spend, you can get quite a good little kit. There are plenty of online stores you can go to and have a look at the scopes and accessories. Sites such as
Bintel will give you some idea of what's around and you may even like something there.
Also, if you want to pick up some reading matter, online bookstores such as
Abbeys Bookshop have a large stock of astronomical books and bits. Plus you'll find heaps of info just going through the forums here and asking questions. We're a pretty friendly bunch and always willing to help
