12 photos from Edinburgh and Lothians as Northern Lights put on dazzling display overnight

By Gary Flockhart

Lifestyle Editor

Published 11th Oct 2024, 09:59 BST

Updated 11th Oct 2024, 13:14 BST

The aurora borealis lit up the skies across Edinburgh and the Lothians once more – as you’ll see from these breathtaking photos.

Sky-gazers in Edinburgh and the Lothians were treated to the spectacular sight of the Northern Lights last night (Thursday, October 10).

The Northern Lights – or the Aurora Borealis – are created by disturbances in Earth’s magnetosphere caused by a flow of particles from the Sun, and are usually concentrated around the Earth’s magnetic poles. Catching a glimpse of these celestial wonders is often on many people’s bucket lists, and while it’s rare to spot them in the UK, last night was a great night for spotters.

Take a look through our gallery to see 12 stunning photos sent in by Evening News readers.

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 stunning photos of the Northern Lights seen from Edinburgh and the Lothians.

1. 12 stunning photos of the Northern Lights

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 stunning photos of the Northern Lights seen from Edinburgh and the Lothians. Photo: Third Party

The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on display in the skies above the Forth Bridge, North Queensferry in Fife.

2. North Queensferry, Fife

The Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, on display in the skies above the Forth Bridge, North Queensferry in Fife. Photo: PA

Here is an incredible display in the skies over East Linton.

3. East Linton, East Lothian

Here is an incredible display in the skies over East Linton. Photo: Tina Callcutt

Thanks to Beata Wojna for this photo from Portobello, which is often a great place to be when Aurora displays occur.

4. Portobello, Edinburgh

Thanks to Beata Wojna for this photo from Portobello, which is often a great place to be when Aurora displays occur. Photo: Beata Wojna

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