How the West watched most historic solar eclipse since 1999

Over 90% of the sun was obscured in a historic partial eclipse across the West of England — the most blocked skies have been since 1999.
Thousands gathered at spots like Clifton Downs, Weston-super-Mare, Bath, Bristol, Cheltenham and Warminster, with picnics, pub gardens and scenic vantage points buzzing.
People watched with eclipse glasses and playful DIY methods — cereal-box viewers, colanders and even a welding mask — while free glasses were handed out in some places.