I’m a space expert. Here’s why the solar eclipse may leave you feeling ‘emotional’

Dhara Patel, who is a space expert at the National Space Centre, said some people may be overcome by emotion while watching the eclipse

A space expert has said that people could feel “emotional” while watching the best solar eclipse in decades. Crowds of people could be seen at viewing spots in different locations – including the Royal Observatory Greenwich, London, Calton Hill, Edinburgh, and outside Queen’s University in Belfast on Wednesday evening.

Crowds of people could be seen at viewing spots in different locations.

Crowds of people could be seen at viewing spots in different locations.