As the full Corn Moon ascends this weekend, a 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse is set to illuminate the night sky.

This rare celestial event will be visible to over seven billion people globally. Depending on your location in the UK, up to 29 minutes of totality – when the Moon completely enters the Earth's umbra, the darkest part of its shadow – can be observed.

Here's all you need to know about the September 2025 Blood Moon, including precise eclipse timings for the UK, why the Moon will turn red, and the best way to view the eclipse.

When is the September 2025 Blood Moon?

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, the Corn Moon – September's full Moon – will rise as a breathtaking lunar eclipse, reports the Manchester Evening News .

This phenomenon happens when the Moon, Sun, and Earth align perfec

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