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The Northern Lights put on a magnificent display on Tuesday night as skygazers in some parts of the country were treated to their beauty.

Last night, the aurora borealis once again dazzled the skies with vibrant shades of green and red.

They can usually be seen every few months in the UK – but only in some parts of the country. This is usually dependent on location, solar activity and clear skies.

What causes the Northern Lights?

According to Royal Museums Greenwich, the lights are caused by activity on the surface of the Sun.

Solar storms on our star’s surface produce big clouds of electrically charged particles which travel millions of miles – and some may eventua

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