India, July 25 -- Stargazers across the United Kingdom are set for one of the most impressive astronomical sights of the decade on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, when a deep partial solar eclipse will be visible across the country. The Moon will cover around 89% to 96% of the Sun depending on location, with the best views in south-western parts of the UK and the event occurring close to sunset.

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The 12 August 2026 eclipse is the next major solar eclipse visible from the UK. It will not be total in Britain, but it will be unusually deep for a partial eclipse, making it one of the most notable sky events visible from the country in recent years.

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