THE UK might not be graced with Northern Lights as frequently as countries further north, but that doesn't mean stargazers can't witness epic displays. There are tons of spots across the UK where you can see the Milky Way, and shooting stars from a double meteor shower , this month. But The Sun has narrowed these down to just 10 locations.
They're not all rural scenes, either. There are even some areas in and around London where amateur astronomers are able to catch the Milky Way, also known as the 'Great Rift', and meteor showers. Yorkshire Dales National Park – North East England Beyond being a beautiful part of the country, the Yorkshire Dales National Park is part of the dark skies friendly scheme, which encourages local accommodation providers to host stargazers.
READ MORE ON SPACE Lake District National Park – North West England The Lake District, a popular holiday destination, flaunts mountain terrain and lakeside views. However, it also benefits from low levels of light pollution and therefore makes an great destination to see the Milky Way and shooting stars - as long as the night is clear. Exmoor National Park – South West England Exmoor Dark Sky Reserve, the first Dark Sky Reserve in Europe, is mostly free from light pollution.
Some say it has the darkest skies in the country, which is perfect for catching the cosmic swirl of the Milky Way. Most read in Tech Although it's important to remember how the Moon influences the brightness of the sky - it's best to g.