Best glasses to safely enjoy 2026 solar eclipse as best Greater Manchester spots revealed

The moon is forecasted to move between the sun and the Earth on Wednesday, August 12, giving millions the opportunity to spot the rare celestial event

Online retailer Bol has removed about 20 solar eclipse glasses from its assortment, a spokesperson confirmed following a report in the Financieele Dagblad.

More than 90 per cent of the sun will disappear on Wednesday night — but thick cloud and scattered rain showers threaten to spoil the view for millions.

Purchases of protective eyewear, essential for observing the phenomenon, have risen sharply ahead of August 12. France's consumer fraud authority has stepped up inspections.

Purchases of protective eyewear, essential for observing the phenomenon, have risen sharply ahead of August 12. France's consumer fraud authority has stepped up inspections.

IN less than a week, Brits will be able to experience the best solar eclipse in decades. The Moon will cover around 90% of the Sun when a solar eclipse reaches its maximum coverage across the UK. It’s set to be the biggest eclipse visible from the UK in the last 27 years, weather permitting...

A solar eclipse will be visible across the UK next week which calls for buying specialist glasses to safely watch the event

'I really like the glasses: you can look directly into the sun and they protect your eyes'