Blackpool and the wider area were treated to a spectacular celestial display as the UK’s partial solar eclipse unfolded, with readers capturing the remarkable event from a variety of locations.
On Wednesday, August 12, the Moon passed in front of the Sun, with more than 90 per cent of the Sun covered in parts of the UK. In Blackpool, the eclipse began shortly after 6pm and reached its maximum at around 7.09pm.
The rare event prompted people across the resort to turn their attention to the skies, with photographers and residents keen to capture the changing light and striking appearance of the partially obscured Sun.
From dramatic views across Blackpool to creative shots taken from further afield, the pictures in our gallery showcase the eclipse through the eyes of local readers.
The event was particularly memorable for the region, with Blackpool also hosting a major public viewing gathering at Pleasure Beach as crowds came together to watch the eclipse.
Take a look through our gallery to see some of the best photographs sent in by readers and relive this extraordinary evening in pictures...
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