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West Berkshire to Witness Biggest Eclipse Since 1999
Astronomers say Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly will get the best views, with 7,000 free eclipse glasses already handed out.
- On Wednesday, August 12, a partial solar eclipse will cross the UK and Ireland, with the Isles of Scilly experiencing up to 96.5% coverage of the Sun.
- This marks the deepest partial solar eclipse visible from the British Isles since August 11, 1999, requiring viewers to use certified eye protection bearing the ISO 12312-2 safety standard throughout.
- Because the eclipse occurs shortly before sunset, finding an elevated, west-facing location is essential; popular vantage points include Land's End in Cornwall, Bamburgh Beach, and Town Moor near Newcastle.
- The Bristol Astronomical Society is hosting a public viewing event at Clifton Down, providing specialist solar telescopes for safe viewing and free eclipse glasses to attendees.
- Later that evening, the Perseid meteor shower will peak, offering shooting stars to those in dark-sky locations, while the next total solar eclipse visible from the UK will not arrive until 2090.
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