The GuardianUnited Kingdom· English
Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
Reported by 3 outlets from 1 country, in 1 language, between 10 Oct 2026 and 11 Oct 2026.
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The northern lights, or Aurora Borealis, illuminated the skies across the UK on Friday and Saturday evening. The natural phenomenon was visible in Scotland and as far south as Devon, Hampshire, and Kent. This display was attributed to increased solar activity.
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- Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights Headline of the event's most representative article · The Guardian, 10 Oct 2026
- Where it happened: Scotland, United Kingdom. See on the map
- Reported by 3 outlets from 1 country, in 1 language, between 10 Oct 2026 and 11 Oct 2026.3 articles · See all headlines
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The ScotsmanUnited Kingdom· English
Skies across Scotland illuminated as the Northern Lights put on a show
BBC NewsUnited Kingdom· English
Northern Lights stun UK down to England's south coast
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BBC NewsUnited Kingdom· English
Northern Lights stun UK down to England's south coast
The GuardianUnited Kingdom· English
Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
The ScotsmanUnited Kingdom· English
Skies across Scotland illuminated as the Northern Lights put on a show
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