THE planet Jupiter will be the brightest object in the sky next Friday, other than the moon.

On Friday, August 20, Jupiter is at opposition, meaning that it is in a straight line with the Earth and the sun.

Jupiter will be visible all night, and at its highest point in the sky at about 1am due south.

It will be the brightest object in the sky, other than the moon.

John Press, from the East Essex Astronomy Club, said: "Just using binoculars you will be able to see the four main moons of Jupiter and over about an hour or so their movement in orbit around the planet can be seen."

John has been doing astronomy for more than 40 years but only seriously, and with a good telescope, for the last 5 years.

He bought his observatory around 2 years ago to house the scope to make set up quicker.

It is set up in his garden in Burnham, where he takes impressive photos.

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Jupiter, along with Saturn, will remain visible in the night sky until around December.

For more information contact the East Essex Astronomy Club on their Facebook page.