BOOKS and VISUAL AID SOURCES

The following are sources of astronomical visual aid material eg films, video, computer software, slides, posters, photographs, books etc. available for purchase, hire or, in some cases, free of charge.

AMAZON

Very large range of astronomy books from this online supplier.
http://www.amazon.co.uk

ANDROMEDA BOOKS

4 Glovers Lane, Heelands, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK13 7LW
Sell astronomy books by post. Stock includes, antiquarian, out of print, collectable, and modern, second hand astronomy books. Current list has over 1000 different titles, the earliest dating from the mid 1800`s. Free catalogue 4 times a year which includes book titles not previously stocked, is available on request.
If you or your Astronomical Society are organising a Convention or similar event in Southern England or South Wales Andromeda would be happy to come and display a selection of books.
Tel & Fax 01908 312046. Email
http://www.abebooks.com/home/ANDROMEDA/

ARMAGH PLANETARIUM

College Hill, Armagh, Northern Ireland BT61 9DB
Armagh Planetarium is one of the largest suppliers of astronomical products in the U.K. They supply a wide range of astronomical posters, slide sets, the latest videos, books and globes suitable for the amateur astronomer and the educator. Armagh Planetarium can also offer a range of services for the visitor e.g. shows, talks, public telescope viewing and special events throughout the year. The Planetarium lecturers are also available to give special talks and presentations to groups, young or old, during the year.
For free catalogue and more information contact them at:-
Tel: 028 37524725 Fax: 028 37526187 Email
http://www.armagh-planetarium.co.uk

ASTRO INFO SERVICE

26 High Farm Road, Hurst Green, Halesowen, West Midlands. B62 9RX
Audio Tapes, Photo sets, Emblems, Shuttle Mission Reports, Information about Manned Space Flight in general. Data on Astronauts and Cosmonauts. A Customer information pack is available with price list at 50p. Orders to
Mr Michael Shayler, Systems Manager, 49 Jackson way, Quinton, Birmingham, B32 1BL
Tel: 0121 422 0396 Email
http://www.astroinfoservice.co.uk/

AURORA BOOKS

Extensive list of second hand and antiquarian books on astronomy.
Martin Lunn MBE, 6 Evelyn Crescent, Clifton, York, YO3O 6DR
Tel/Fax 01904 337989 email: enquiries@aurora-books.co.uk
http://www.aurora-books.co.uk/

BRITISH INTERPLANETARY SOCIETY

27/29 South Lambeth Road, London, SW8 1SZ.
Extensive list of space videos for sale. Free literature.
Tel: 0207 735 3160 Fax: 0207 820 1504 Email
http://www.bis-spaceflight.com/

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS

Edinburgh Building, Shaftesbury Road, Cambridge CB2 2RU
"Cambridge astronomy ... the Universe at your fingertips. Our list is the largest and most prestigious of any publisher in the world. We cater for general readers, amateur astronomers (from beginners through to advanced), undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers."
Tel: 01223 312393 Fax: 01223 315052 Email
http://uk.cambridge.org/astronomy/ for extensive catalogues and on-line ordering

CFL VISION

Space Video for loan. UK 6279 "New Perspectives on Space" Explains the mission of the British National Space Centre (BNSC). BNSC seeks to play a leading role in space science. The video emphasises British space activities, understanding and protection of the environment and the development of commercial applications for space communication. The video also describes earth observation, space science and satellite communications.
PO Box 35, Thorp Arch Trading Estate, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 7EX.
Tel: 01937 541010 Fax: 01937 541083 http://www.rsc.org/is/cvc/cvc_un16/listlink.htm

COCHRANES OF OXFORD LTD

Fairspear House, Leafield, Witney, Oxon, OX29 9NY.
Manufacturers of the Helios Planetarium, Orbit orrery, Tellerium and a measuring device called the `Solar Observatory'. Also available a set of coloured posters of the planets printed to scale. Educational toys and models. Send SAE for details.
Tel: 01993 878641. Email Website: http://www.cochranes.co.uk/

DRAKE EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTIONS

St Fagans Road, Fairwater, Cardiff, CF5 3AE.
Sound filmstrips, tape/slide sets and astronomical wallcharts for sale. Write for free catalogue.
Tel: 029 2056 0333; Fax: 029 2055 4909 Email

EARTH AND SKY

Suppliers of New Books thought the World
Dr. Simon Batty and Christine Parker, Fieldview Guest House,West Barsham Road, East Barsham, North Norfolk, NR21 0AR
Astronomy books and slides by mail order, visiting the house or at astronomical conventions. Phone for lists or telephone to arrange a visit.
Tel./fax. (01328) 820083 Email Website: http://www.earthandsky.co.uk

FOCAL POINT AUDIO VISUAL LTD

251 Copnor Road, Portsmouth, Hants., PO3 5EE.
Slides, videos and tape/slide programmes. Free catalogue on request.
Tel: 023 9266 5249/645555. Fax: 023 9269 5723.
Email

GREEN WITCH
Greenwitch Observatory Limited

Unit 6, Dry Drayton Industries, Scotland Farm, Dry Drayton, Cambridge CB3 8AT
Scopes, books videos and CD-ROM's related to astronomy.
Also willing to visit and talk to societies.
Tel: 01954 211288 Email
http://www.greenwich-observatory.co.uk/

HAMMONDS AVS LTD

64a Queens Road, Watford, Herts., WD1 2LA.
Audio visual and video hire.
Tel: 01923 239733. Fax: 01923 221134 Email
http://www.hammonds-avs.co.uk/

LONDON PLANETARIUM

Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5LR br /> A selection of slides, books, posters, postcards, puzzles and models for sale.
Tel: 0207 486 1121 http://www.london-planetarium.co.uk/

MACMILLAN EDUCATION LTD

Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hants., RG21 6XS
Books and wall charts on space aimed at primary/lower secondary children.
Tel: 01256 329242 Fax: 01256 328339
http://www.macmillan.co.uk/Companyinfo/MacmillanUK/Location.htm

MAGELLAN

3, Farm Close, Holyport, Berks. SL6 2LG.
Suppliers of model spacecraft.
Tel. 01628 824053 http://www.magellan-project.demon.co.uk/

MIDLAND COUNTIES PUBLICATIONS

4 Watling Drive,Sketchley Lane Ind Estate, Hinckley, Leics, LE10 3EY
Suppliers of a wide range of books, videos and CD-ROM's.
Free Astronomy & Spaceflight catalogue.
Tel. 01455 254450 Fax. 01455 233 737 Email
http://www.bookweb.co.uk/customers/midland/index.htm

NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY

2 St Martins Place, London, WC2H 0HE.
Tel: 0207-306-0055. Slides for sale eg. Newton, Wren.
http://www.npg.org.uk/live/index.asp

GEORGE PHILIP LTD

59 Grosvenor Street, London, W1X 9DA.
Free brochure available from the Marketing Department on request.
Tel: 0207-493 5841. Books, charts, maps and planispheres.

UK-BASED SPACE ART SOURCES

MARK A. GARLICK

Brighton-based freelance.
A former professional astronomer with a Ph.D. in astrophysics; now a full-time science writer, illustrator and fine artist. Frequent contributor to UK and US publications.
Contact via Email or website http://space-art.co.uk/

DAVID A. HARDY/ASTROART

99 Southam Road, Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 0AB.
Specialists in astronomical art and illustration of all types (including digital graphics on AppleMac). Prints, books and original art work by David A Hardy. (Mail order list on request) .
Tel: 0121 777 1802 Email
http://www.hardyart.demon.co.uk/

ANDREW C STEWART

Nottingham. Tel: 0115 962 5493
Space Art, Science Fiction and Fantasy Artist, Specialising in all forms of Space Art, Astronomy, Science Fiction, Science Fact, UFO, Strange Phenomenon and Fantasy Art. Commissions undertaken. Photographs, transparancies and illustrations available upon request.
Limited edition, high quality, signed prints available in A2, A3 and A4.
Email Website http://www.ukay.net/cosmicart/

CHESTER BONESTELL

Well, not UK, but Chesley Bonestell (1888-1986) was the father of modern space art. His career spanned nearly a century, from his early architectural work on the Golden Gate Bridge and the Chrysler Building to his seminal contributions to the beginnings of the American space program. Hugely influential on a whole generation of space artists. Definitive starting site is http://www.bonestell.org

If you want more, the above sites maintain extensive links, or you can try http://www.galacticsurf.com/spaceartGB.htm or http://www.universetoday.com/html/directory/art.html