On Wed, 25 Feb 2004 21:13:45 -0000, "Chris Jones"
wrote:

Hi,
Looking at a scope for the family with good results, had an offer for the
above £275 nearly new, would it be too difficult for a beginner, but also is
it big enough for us to grow into?
Any info appreciated, BTW my girls are 10 & 7 and are really into the night
sky (get it from their dad)...

Chris, I recommend reading this (if you've not already done so):

http://www.astunit.com/tutorials/firstscope.htm

- Mike