NHS doctor shows four ways to safely watch the solar eclipse

Scots won't want to miss this rare phenomenon.11:16, 11 Aug 2026A rare solar eclipse is set to take place on Wednesday, August 12, and it isn't something Scots will want to miss. However, this needs to be done in a safe manner in order to protect your eyes from being permanently damaged.‌With the sun's intense rays still able to cause significant damage to your retinas even if over 90 per cent of it is hidden behind the moon, an NHS doctor has detailed the best ways to watch the solar event tomorrow.‌In Scotland, the moon is expected to begin travelling across the sun at around 6pm, with the partial "blackout" occurring a little after 7pm. At the moment, those living on the Island of Barra are predicted to see the biggest bite out of the sun with a whopping 93 per cent coverage.‌Elsewhere,