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Skywatcher Capricorn 70 70mm (2.75") 900mm Refractor Telescope with EQ1 Mount

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SkyWatcher

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£119.00
£119.00
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Skywatcher Capricorn 70 70mm (2.75") 900mm Refractor Telescope with EQ1 Mount

The Skywatcher Capricorn-70 is a high-quality, air-spaced achromatic refractor telescope designed for the serious novice astronomer. With its 70mm objective lens and 900mm focal length, this telescope provides stunning views of the Moon, stars, star clusters, bright planets, nebulae, and galaxies. It comes equipped with the reliable EQ1 equatorial mount, which allows for easy tracking of celestial objects as they move across the night sky via slow-motion control cables. 

Key Features & Benefits

  • High-Quality Refractor Design: The classic two-element, air-spaced achromatic design offers crisp, detailed views with minimal chromatic aberration. Ideal for lunar, planetary, and deep-sky observation.
  • EQ1 Equatorial Mount with Tracking Capability: The EQ1 mount, when polar-aligned, enables accurate tracking of celestial objects using manual slow-motion controls
  • Versatile Magnification Range: With the supplied optics, enjoy a range of magnifications—x36, x72, x90, and x180—perfect for a variety of celestial targets. The telescope also achieves a highest practical power of up to x140.
  • Enhanced Accessories: Includes essential observing tools such as a red dot finder, 10mm and 25mm eyepieces, a 2x Barlow lens for additional magnification options, a 1.25" star diagonal, and a sturdy aluminium tripod with an accessory tray.
  • Improved Light Gathering: With a 70mm objective lens, this telescope gathers 36% more light than a 60mm model, offering brighter, more detailed views of fainter objects.

Specifications

  • Objective Lens Diameter: 70mm
  • Telescope Focal Length: 900mm (f/12.8)
  • Magnifications (with included optics): x36, x72, x90, x180
  • Highest Practical Power: x140
  • Eyepieces: 10mm & 25mm (1.25" fitting)
  • Additional Accessories: x2 Barlow Lens, Red Dot Finder, 1.25" Star Diagonal
  • Mount: EQ1 Equatorial with slow-motion controls 
  • Tripod: Aluminium with accessory tray
  • Tube Material: Aluminium
  • Light Gathering: 36% more than a 60mm telescope

This special offer makes the Skywatcher Capricorn-70 an unbeatable choice for budding astronomers who want a high-performance telescope with smooth tracking capabilities. Whether you're exploring the Moon's surface or tracking distant galaxies, this telescope provides the tools needed for an unforgettable stargazing experience.

Shipping Options

Fast & Reliable UK Delivery

We offer flexible delivery options across the UK, with free shipping available on qualifying orders.

  • FREE Next Working Day Delivery (Mon–Fri)
    On all orders £300 and over
  • FREE Express Delivery (1–3 Working Days)
    On orders £49.99 – £299.99
  • Express Delivery – £3.99
    On orders under £49.99
  • Standard Delivery (2–4 Working Days) – £2.99
    A great value option for smaller orders
  • Priority Shipping – £8.99
    A fully tracked, guaranteed delivery service, including Saturday delivery options

Order Fulfilment

Some items, as clearly stated on the product page, may be fulfilled directly by our partners or manufacturers. In these cases, your order will be shipped to you straight from the brand’s warehouse. This helps us provide a wider range of specialist equipment and may result in slightly different delivery times.

Returns Policy

If something isn’t right, we’ll always try to help.

  • Unused items in “as new” condition can usually be returned within the statutory cooling-off period
  • Please contact us before sending anything back so we can advise on the safest way
  • For unwanted items, return shipping is your responsibility, and original shipping may be deducted where applicable
  • If a product is faulty or damaged, we’ll arrange repair, replacement or refund in line with your consumer rights — and we’ll cover reasonable return costs

Telescope shipping is expensive, and specialist — avoidable returns really do impact our business, so we always encourage customers to ask questions before buying. We’re here to help you get it right first time.

Your statutory rights are not affected.
Skywatcher Capricorn 70 70mm (2.75") 900mm Refractor Telescope with EQ1 Mount

£119.00

Does it come with a warranty?

All our products are UK stock so come with manufacturers warranty

What happens if I don't like it?

We always want you to be happy with your purchase — so if you’re unsure, please ask us first. We’re always happy to give honest advice before you buy.

If the product arrives and you simply decide it isn’t for you, you can usually return it within the cooling-off period — as long as it’s unused, in perfect condition, and returned with all original packaging and accessories.

Because telescopes and optical equipment are large, delicate and expensive to ship, you’ll need to cover the cost of sending it back, and if we originally subsidised delivery, we may deduct our outbound shipping costs from your refund.

We’re a small specialist business, and unnecessary returns genuinely hurt us — so if you’re unsure at all, please talk to us first. We’d rather help you choose the right item than process a return.

How fast is shipping?

We aim to ship in-stock items as quickly as possible.

  • Most in-stock orders dispatch within 1–2 working days
  • Delivery usually takes 1–3 working days after dispatch (UK mainland)
  • Heavier / oversized items and special orders may take a little longer

You’ll receive tracking details as soon as your order is on its way.

Astronomy equipment often requires specialist packing and trusted couriers — we do this to keep your gear safe, not to slow things down. If you need something urgently, just ask and we’ll do our best.

What's the returns policy?

If something isn’t right, we’ll always try to help.

  • Unused items in “as new” condition can usually be returned within the statutory cooling-off period
  • Please contact us before sending anything back so we can advise on the safest way
  • For unwanted items, return shipping is your responsibility, and original shipping may be deducted where applicable
  • If a product is faulty or damaged, we’ll arrange repair, replacement or refund in line with your consumer rights — and we’ll cover reasonable return costs

Telescope shipping is expensive, and specialist — avoidable returns really do impact our business, so we always encourage customers to ask questions before buying. We’re here to help you get it right first time.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

What are your opening hours?

Monday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Tuesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Wednesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Friday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed