Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Collection 14

Author: Royal Observatory Greenwich

Photographs: collections

Published on 25 September 2025 by HarperCollins Publishers (Collins) in the United Kingdom.

Hardback | 184 pages
266 x 268 x 18 | 1174g

Gift a photographic space book to the astronomy fan in your family this Christmas.

From the number one Astronomy publisher, this book showcases the most spectacular space photography, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers.

Be captivated by 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2025 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. These awe-inspiring images are submitted in nine main categories: Aurorae, Galaxies, Stars and Nebulae including stars, star clusters and supernova remnants, Our Moon and Our Sun, People and Space. Plus The Sir Patrick Moore Prize for Best Newcomer, the Annie Maunder Open Category and Young Competitor categories. Each image is accompanied by caption, photographer, location and technical details. There is also a location map showing the origin of all images and a visual appendix of all images.

The judges are from an expert panel of distinguished astronomy experts.

The Exhibition

The National Maritime Museum hosts an exhibition of the winners of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, showcasing these incredible images of the sky.

www.rmg.co.uk/astrophoto