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UK Sees Darkest Partial Solar Eclipse Since 1999
People across Yorkshire and the UK have a chance to witness the most dramatic solar eclipse since 1999. Up to 95% of the sun will be covered by the moon between 18:00 and 20:15.
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- Duration3h 59m
- First shown12 Aug 2026
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