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These are the best places in the UK for seeing the northern lights

UK locations where the northern lights may be visible are highlighted by The Sunday Times Travel as a regular, updated list.
The article notes the aurora is linked to solar activity and introduces the term solar maximum.
Viewing is more reliable from September through March due to darker, longer nights.
The list features Shetland Islands as a top place to see the northern lights.
The article lists Eryri (Snowdonia) as a dark sky reserve suitable for aurora viewing.
The guide mentions Keswick in the Lake District as an under-the-radar aurora spot.
The Times Travel notes the possibility of sightings as far south as Wiltshire and London during strong solar activity.
The article provides hotel recommendations near viewing spots, such as Gwydyr Hotel and Stables in Whitby.
The Times Travel notes the list is regularly reassessed and refreshed with latest guidance.
The roundup includes both northern sites and southern proximity options for aurora viewing.
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