A total lunar eclipse, also known as a "blood moon", was visible from various parts of the UK on Sunday evening.

For the first time since 2022, the nation's astronomy enthusiasts had the opportunity to witness this rare celestial event.

The Moon took on a deep, dark red colour – often referred to as a "blood moon" – as the Earth moved directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow across the lunar surface.

The Met Office explained that the Moon appeared reddish because it was lit by light that had passed through the Earth's atmosphere and had been refracted back towards the Moon, scattering blue light and allowing red wavelengths to reach the Moon.

Provided the skies were clear, the eclipse could be seen around 7.30pm.

The eclipse was visible to the naked eye and, unlike so

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