Tips & tricks

Dress sensibly

At silly o’clock on a January morning it will be bitterly cold, so wear your warmest hat, gloves and jacket. Some thick-soled boots are a must too. If you look like a polar explorer you’re ready to go!

Find a good observing site

You’ll have the best view of the eclipse from somewhere out in the countryside with a clear view of the sky. Scout out good dark-sky locations before the eclipse.

Be in place in good time

Be at your observing site at least half an hour before, then you won’t miss the start of the eclipse because you’re rushing around getting set up.

Take binoculars or a small telescope

You won’t need either to see the eclipse, but they will bring out the beautiful orange, violet and lavender