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Solar eclipse inspires talk of Pac-man and Shinto myths
Thousands turned out to watch the solar eclipse in the South West; here's what they made of it.
August 15, 2026Bonnie Tyler's classic hit spiked in streams during solar eclipse
Bonnie Tyler's friend Mal Pope heard Total Eclipse of the Heart playing throughout Mumbles in Swansea.
August 13, 2026Builder with own observatory captures solar eclipse
Simon Wallace, who got hooked on astrophotography in lockdown, shares his images of the spectacle.
August 13, 2026Boy, 8, enjoys historic solar eclipse
Jacob describes how he feels about watching the historic moment.
August 13, 2026Photos show rare solar eclipse in Yorkshire
The astronomical phenomenon - the best since 1999 - was captured by camera lenses across Yorkshire.
August 13, 2026Hundreds gather to watch eclipse on hillside
The Letchworth and District Astronomical Society have handed out safety glasses to crowds.
August 13, 2026Millions watch 'surreal' solar eclipse in UK and Europe
More than 90% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in the UK, while a full eclipse was visible in Spain and Iceland.
August 12, 2026Cloudy skies lead to mixed fortunes for Scotland's eclipse hunters
Scotland's best chance of seeing a solar eclipse in 27 years left some disappointed, though there were moments of magic.
August 12, 2026Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe
More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse.
August 12, 2026Watch: Solar eclipse seen over UK skies
Millions of people in the UK and Europe have been wowed by a once-in-a-generation solar eclipse.
August 12, 2026How the West watched most historic solar eclipse since 1999
More than 90% of the sun was obscured by the moon for the first time since the total eclipse in 1999.
August 12, 2026In pictures: Sky watchers gather for solar eclipse
People across Kent, Surrey and Sussex watch the moon obscure the sun in a rare partial eclipse.
August 12, 2026Yorkshire crowds gather for 'incredible' eclipse
People gather in York, Leeds and Bradford to view the most significant solar eclipse since 1999.
August 12, 2026Solar eclipse in Lincolnshire: When and where to see it
A rare partial solar eclipse will see the moon cover 90 to 96 per cent of the sun on Wednesday.
August 12, 2026East's astronomers plan for solar eclipse
Watch parties, pinhole cameras, colanders - experts offer tips on Wednesday's celestial event.
August 12, 2026UK to get best eclipse since 1999 as Moon blocks out Sun across Europe
Up to 96% of the Sun will be covered by the Moon in the UK, while parts of Spain, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Russia will see a total eclipse.
August 11, 2026Solar eclipse glasses 'sold out everywhere' as people look for alternatives
Eclipse glasses can offer protection from harmful rays of sunlight but most high street stores have sold out.
August 11, 2026Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses
With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.
August 11, 2026Solar eclipse 2026 weather forecast – where and when will the best view be?
Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.
August 11, 2026How to watch the solar eclipse safely
People should take precautions while witnessing the "amazing celestial event", an expert says.
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Solar eclipse inspires talk of Pac-man and Shinto myths
One person in Bude said: "It's nice being involved in this community experience" People across the South West gathered to watch a rare solar eclipse on Wednesday evening. The event began at approx 1
Bonnie Tyler's classic hit spiked in streams during solar eclipse
The Welsh star died aged 75 after undergoing emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal earlier this year As the biggest partial solar eclipse in nearly three decades took place, Bonnie Tyler's '80s hi
Boy, 8, enjoys historic solar eclipse
Read more about the eclipse here.
Builder with own observatory captures solar eclipse
Simon Wallace captured photographs of the eclipse and livestreamed the event A builder who created an observatory in his back garden has said capturing and livestreaming the solar eclipse was "fantas
Hundreds gather to watch eclipse on hillside
Experts urged people to use safety glasses to watch the eclipse Hundreds of people have gathered to catch a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse on a Hertfordshire hillside. The Letchworth and Distr
Photos show rare solar eclipse in Yorkshire
Hebden Bridge, Calderdale Emley Moor transmitting station, near Huddersfield Sheffield Thurlstone, Barnsley Skipton, North Yorkshire York Goole, East Yorkshire Copmanthorpe, York Hull Wakefie
Watch: Solar eclipse seen over UK skies
Millions of people across the UK have witnessed the most significant solar eclipse since 1999. People gathered across the country on Wednesday to watch the spectacle, as more than 90% of the Sun was
Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe
Moments before the total solar eclipse in the sky above Arcos de las Salinas, near Spain - plunging the skywatchers into darkness The UK and Europe have enjoyed their most dramatic solar eclipse for
Cloudy skies lead to mixed fortunes for Scotland's eclipse hunters
The view of the eclipse from Orkney was - like for much of Scotland - obscured at least partially by clouds Across Scotland, lucky skygazers have caught glimpses of the eclipse - despite cloud coveri
Millions watch 'surreal' solar eclipse in UK and Europe
Millions of people across Europe and the UK witnessed the most significant solar eclipse since 1999 on Wednesday. For the UK, more than 90% of the Sun was covered by the Moon, whereas in some parts o
Solar eclipse in Lincolnshire: When and where to see it
The moon will cover 90 to 96 per cent of the sun on Wednesday People in Lincolnshire will be able to witness a rare partial solar eclipse. A solar eclipse takes place when the moon moves between the
Yorkshire crowds gather for 'incredible' eclipse
Crowds at Top of the World in Shipley gather to view the eclipse Crowds have gathered across Yorkshire to view the most significant solar eclipse since 1999. An eclipse happens when the Sun, Moon an
In pictures: Sky watchers gather for solar eclipse
The Moon obscured about 90% of the Sun during the partial solar eclipse People gathered at beaches, parks and attractions across the South East to watch the Moon pass in front of the Sun during a par
How the West watched most historic solar eclipse since 1999
No special viewing glasses? No problem Thousands of people from across the West of England stood or sat completely still on Wednesday evening to watch a historic partial eclipse. More than 90% of th
East's astronomers plan for solar eclipse
Dr Matt Bothwell plans to experience the solar eclipse from northern Spain Cambridge has been facing an "astronomer exodus" this summer as they have travelled abroad to see Wednesday evening's total
UK to get best eclipse since 1999 as Moon blocks out Sun across Europe
A partial solar eclipse pictured in Christchurch, New Zealand, in September 2025 The UK will be treated to its fullest solar eclipse since 1999 - and the best the country will see for the next 50 yea
How to watch the solar eclipse safely
A partial solar eclipse is set to be visible across the South West on Wednesday evening. In Devon and Cornwall, the eclipse will start at about 18:18 BST, peak at 19:15 and finish at about 20:10 - bu
Solar eclipse 2026 weather forecast – where and when will the best view be?
Watch the viewing forecast for Wednesday's solar eclipse One of the most spectacular solar eclipses the UK has seen for decades is taking place on Wednesday 12 August. From around 18:00 BST, the Moo
Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses
Two girls look through their pinhole boxes during the partial solar eclipse in Boston, USA, in 2017 With some online orders not able to arrive until the end of the week and shops running out of stock
Solar eclipse glasses 'sold out everywhere' as people look for alternatives
Specialist glasses can offer protection for those who want to watch the eclipse People across Scotland have been frantically scrambling to find the right kind of protective eyewear as the UK prepares