Stargazers have been sharing stunning images of the Northern Lights that were visible across parts of the UK on Thursday night.
The lights, also known as aurora borealis, could be spotted into the early hours of Friday morning.
Below are some of the best images:
Aurora displays occur when charged particles collide with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere around the magnetic poles.
As they collide, light is emitted at various wavelengths, creating the spectacular colour displays.
The Met Office says there will be another chance to see the lights on Friday night into Saturday – although they are currently forecast to be weaker.
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Tips for spotting the Northern Lights
• Head to an area of low light pollution.
• Using a camera or a telescope will increase your chances, with cameras better able to adapt to different wavelengths than the human eye.
