Partial solar eclipse observing at South Downs Planetarium
South Downs Planetarium and Science Centre, Chichester, West Sussex
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Next UK eclipse on 12th August 2026
Partial solar eclipse
On the evening of 12 August 2026, skywatchers across the UK will be treated to an exciting partial solar eclipse, as the Moon partially covers the Sun, taking a dramatic “bite” out of its bright disk.
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