Catching a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis is something which is on most people’s bucket lists, but don’t think that automatically means a trip to Iceland or long journeys up to remote Scandinavia – as you’ve got a great chance of seeing the Northern Lights in the UK!

Your chances this winter are improved too; NASA have confirmed the sun is starting a new cycle this winter season and so the solar activity which causes auroras should increase with it. But we’ll leave the science to NASA – and instead tell you the five best spots to the see the Northern Lights in the UK.

Lochinver

By day, there may not appear to be much here bar the fishing port this quiet, small village, but time it right and by night the skies come alive and the views across the water are spectacular.

Athurs Seat, Edinburgh

Of course, your chances of seeing the aurora borealis are greatly increased with darker skies and less pollution but if the geometric storm is strong enough, then you city dwellers are in for a treat. You still have to work for it a little though, as we recommend hiking up to Arthurs Seat to get the best seat in the city.