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The Widescreen Centre is a family owned and run specialist Astronomy retailer with traditional values since 1971. We offer expert knowledge, an extensive range of quality products, outstanding customer service and internet prices. Whether you are looking for a beginner's Telescope or an upgrade we will give you an impartial advise based on your personal requirements. We are one of the UK's largest retailers and covers the full spectrum of Telescopes for beginners, Advanced and Observatory installations, Telescopes Mounts, Astroimaging Cameras, Astrophotography Equipment, Travel Telescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes and much, much more. The Widescreen Centre represents all the major Astronomy brands: Sky-Watcher, Celestron, TeleVue, William Optics, ZWO, Founder Optics, WideSky, SharpStar, Askar, Lunt, DayStar, Explore Scientific, Vixen, Pegasus, Primaluce, Astronomik, Optolong, IDAS, Baader Planetarium, Questar, Starizona, Bresser and more! We will be happy to help!
Reviews 18
James fernie
Feb 08,2025Orderd a seestar s 50 received the next day fast reliable service
Paul Michael Fisher
Dec 17,2024Phoned up to inquire about rasa 11 set up and back focus Simon went out of is way to sort configuration out with Baader rep.He kept me updated at all times with order, emailed me to let me know delivery time.very pleased, will definitely use again a big thank you cheers.
Bobby Buttmunch
Jul 29,2024I have made several purchases with The Widescreen Centre over the years so it was obvious that I would return to purchase this beautiful of a scope. As always Simon, Elena and Joey are excellent and I will continue purchasing from them for many years to come. Thank you.
Jonathan Banks
Feb 14,2024I had some queries about a telescope I own, and whether or not it could/should be serviced. It turned out that The Widescreen Centre were on the Dealer List for Takahashi Europe, so I sent them my queries. The following day I received a response from Joseph Ruffell, stating that he's forwarded my query to Takahashi, and I subsequently received regular updates/comments from Joseph advising me of the best course of action for me to take, to answer the queries I had. After three e-mails from Joseph it turned out that nothing actually needed doing to the scope, and that my concerns didn't warrant getting the scope serviced. Indeed, Joseph gave me some real reassurance that the scope was fine, given that I'd told him of the inspections I'd carried out on the lenses. I'm really please that customer service is obviously very high on 'The Widescreen Centres' list of priorities, which is very nice to know. I don't spend very frequently on my hobby, but I'll certainly remember the service I received from Joseph the next time I'm in the marked from some new equipment.
Robert Court
Nov 08,2023Really first class customer experience. Prompt and helpful replies to emails, with advice, and phoned me to say that my order was ready for dispatch. Will definitely use this company again.
Ken
Oct 03,2023I have purchased a few items from this company and have always found them very professional and the prices are always competitive I will continue to use them for all my astronomical needs 5*****
Ian Sykes
Jul 05,2023Fantastic service from the Widescreen Centre. Competitive prices with fast dispatch on all purchases. The response to all enquiries whether sales related or technical are answered quickly and thoroughly.
Eduardo S
Jun 27,2023I have been buying equipment from Widescreen Centre for over a year now. I was new to astrophotography and Joseph, Simon and Elena have been great at providing advice on equipment, keeping me up to date with stock and offers, and overall helping me on my astronomy and astrophotography journey. I would 100% recommend them to anyone wishing to purchase equipment and looking for honest/friendly advice.
Alan
Mar 21,2023After being told by Bresser (Germany) that Lunt were no longer honoring the warranties on their solar scopes, I had a call from Simon to say that he has now got the blue blocking filters in stock, and will be sending me one, as soon as he has the pressure tuning “O” rings. I also need Thank you Simon
Al_Darwin
Jan 27,2023I was searching for a ZWO AM5 and almost everywhere was out of stock and awaiting new supplies from China, however these were delayed due to the Chinese New Year. I emailed The Widescreen Centre after seeing they had one in stock. I was shocked to receive a reply just 2 mins later from Elena confirming that they had stock and that the courier was due imminently. I placed my order straight away and was very happy to get confirmation that it had been dispatched by courier and I would receive it the following day - which I did! Extremely happy with the AM5 and the excellent customer service from Elena at The Widescreen Centre!
AB
Oct 16,2022I visited the stall at the International Astronomy show today and I found the stall owners particularly unhelpful and certainly didn't appreciate the value of "nurturing" new customers who are just starting off on the Astronomy journey. I'm not going to go into detail of what happened here but suffice to say this was my first encounter with "The Widescreen Centre" and I will avoid using them in the future.
Stuart Taylor
Mar 27,2022The service from Simon, Joseph and Elena is second to none. They are very responsive and incredibly knowledgeable about the wide range of products they stock. I always find what I need and it's delivered fast. Thank you!!
Ian Phillips
Oct 14,2021Fantastic and knowledegable staff and great customer service. I have used them on numerous occasions over the last 12 months and they always do their best. My goto supplier of choice.
Sue
Jul 22,2021Fantastic service given by Simon at Widescreen. He was undaunted by the problem we had with a jammed lens which eventually had to be sent back to Questar to be mended, this all took time but it arrived safely back from the States and is now back in operation all thanks to to Widescreen. Would highly recommend. Thank-you.
Mr Lyons
Jul 16,2021I decided to replace the stock focuser on my Esprit 80ed with a Feather Touch and a ZWO EAF - A special adapter had to be manufactured in the States. I wanted the whole thing to connect to my existing equipment (also sourced at the Widescreen Centre) - And all this during a pandemic and some significant changes at the manufacturer in the States. The equipment arrived with me today in perfect condition with everything down to the last screw included in the delivery. I have successfully mounted everything, and the setup exceeds my expectations and all bang on the quoted budget I would like to extend my thanks to both Simon and Joseph for all their help, advice and assistance and remain: One happy customer Jim Lyons GB Hull
jake gravell
Apr 26,2021After searching everywhere for a televue 2x 2" powermate, i came across Widescreen who were showing the item in stock. After a quick email and almost instant response confirming that it was in stock i place my order and received it next day in an amazingly well protected package.
Gerra
Oct 22,2020I needed one item that was not in stock, I asked for availability and received almost immediately a reply telling me that it was actually coming the day after. So I placed the order, and indeed the day after the item arrived and it was shipped with a next-day delivery. Great service!
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Jessica Zhong
Feb 18,2025Not that fast delivery but arrived in 5 days, also very good customer service