A powerful geomagnetic storm meant the aurora borealis were visible as far south as Cornwall.

Stunning display as Northern Lights and meteor shower light up UK skies

Predictions show that the signal for the aurora borealis is strong across parts of the United Kingdom including Northern England. 

Find out why tonight is a good night to see the Northern Lights

The Northern Lights have lit up the night skies across the UK, with hues of green and purple dancing across the skies.

Rare Northern Lights put on a colourful display in our night skies

For one North East photographer, chasing and capturing the Northern Lights has become a passion and a profession.

Finding the Northern Lights in the North East's dark skies

First named by scientists in Canada in 2016, it is relatively new to scientists, according to US space agency NASA. 

Rare aurora-like phenomen called STEVE captured on camera 

A strong thermal emission velocity enhancement, a rare aurora-like phenomenon named a STEVE in 2016 by scientists in Canada, can be seen over Bamburgh castle, in Northumberland on the North East coast of England. 

Scientists have said there will be many opportunities to witness a strong thermal emission velocity enhancement, a rare aurora-like phenomenon, known as STEVE.

Did you spot STEVE? How to see the aurora borealis' lesser known cousin

The natural weather phenomenon, usually seen in Scandinavia and northern Scotland, was seen by many across the UK.

Spectacular aurora borealis caught on camera

Photographers across the region were out to capture their first images of the Northern Lights this season.

Northern Lights: 'Incredible' start to Aurora season 

The aurora borealis is also known as the northern lights.

In pictures: Aurora borealis captured in spectacular light show

An 11-year sun cycle means people living in the UK can expect to see the incredible natural sights more often for years to come.

Why we can expect more stunning Northern Lights displays in UK

Geomagnetic activity is expected to ease throughout Tuesday 28 February, but viewing the Aurora could still be possible in northern areas. 

Is tonight your last chance to see the Northern Lights in the UK? 

Residents were treated to two nights of mesmerising colours from the Aurora Borealis, which was visible as far south as Cornwall.

In pictures: Northern Lights return for another striking show in UK skies

Passengers on board were given a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the stunning hues of green, purple and pink.

Pilot circles plane to give passengers glimpse of Northern Lights

Northern Lights put on dazzling show as aurora borealis glistens across North West and Isle of Man

How can I see the Northern Lights in North West England and the Isle of Man?

Normally seen from the northern most parts of the world, they were seen across the UK last night as far south as Cornwall.

Aurora Borealis

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