Here's when you'll be able to see the solar eclipse in Sheffield - and the best places to view it
It is expected to be the deepest eclipse visible from Britain since the famous total eclipse of 1999
The deepest eclipse in almost three decades is now just days away.
The partial solar eclipse is set to occur on Wednesday (August 12) when the Moon will cover up to around 90 per cet of the Sun in parts of the UK.
It is expected to be the deepest eclipse visible from Britain since the famous total eclipse of 1999.
When and where to see the partial solar eclipse in Sheffield
According to the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the eclipse will begin in London at around 6.17pm, reaching its maximum at approximately 7.12pm, although timings and the percentage of the Sun obscured will vary across the country.
While the most dramatic views are expected to be enjoyed in the South West and parts of western Britain, it is hoped it will be also be possible to see the eclipse in Sheffield.
In Sheffield, it is believed the greatest views of the moon blocking the sun will be between 6.13pm and 8.03pm.
The time of the greatest eclipse is expected to be at 7.10pm, here in the Steel City.
It is believed the sun will be almost totally - up to 92 per cent - obscured in Yorkshire.
The best place to view the eclipse is at an elevated location with an unobstructed view to the West.
Sheffield is famously built on seven hills, which should provide those in the city with plenty of opportunities to view the eclipse.
So seek out a vantage point that allows you to the horizon to the West, without trees or anything else in the way.
Here’s how you can view the eclipse safely
Those hoping to watch the eclipse should avoid looking at the sun directly with the naked eye, in order to avoid damaging their eyes.
It is possible to buy so-called eclipse glasses, because ordinary sunglasses are not safe for looking at the sun.
Safety advice from NASA states that eclipse viewers should always comply with the ISO 12312-2 standard and should be carefully inspected for scratches, punctures or damaged filters before every use.
Other options included making a pinhole projector to project an indirect image of the sun, which you can do with household objects including a collander.