London will see its most complete solar eclipse in over a quarter of a century today.
The phenomenon means the moon will pass directly between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun’s light almost entirely.
It is estimated that around 90% of the sun will be covered by the moon, triggering a rare and stunning natural phenomenon.
There won’t be a better eclipse in Britain until 2090, so you won’t want to miss this one.
But the phenomenon isn’t without its risks and Londoners should take care as they try to catch a glimpse.
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