Many people think your best chance of seeing the Northern Lights is in Scandinavia.
However, between October and March it's possible see the Aurora Borealis in the UK. At least if the conditions are right!
Northumberland has low levels of light pollution, making it one of the best places to observe the Aurora in England. Whether you're inside the largest Gold Tier Dark Sky Park in Europe, which covers much of Northumberland National Park and Kielder Forest, or at Holy Island or Bamburgh Beach in the Northumberland Coast AONB, you might just catch a dazzling shot of the night sky aflame.
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Where to see the Northern Lights in North East England
Bamburgh
The Northern Lights were visible over Grace Darling's grave in November and they've also been spotted over Bamburgh Castle, Beach and Lighthouse in recent months.
Dunstanburgh Castle
A little further down the Northumberland coast, low levels of light pollution mean that Dunstanburgh Castle is another place where you can get incredible shots of the Aurora.
Sycamore Gap
The Northern Lights were spotted over Sycamore Gap, at one of the most visited parts of Hadrian's Wall, in November last year. The spot in Northumberland National Park is part of the largest area of protected night sky in the UK, so look towards the north and wait for the show to start.
Whitley Bay
Away from the lights of Whitley Bay town centre, St Mary's Island is a good bet for spotting the lights - and getting an incredible picture.
Souter Lighthouse
Lighthouses against a backdrop of the Aurora Borealis are a popular photo op, with Souter Lighthouse in Whitburn hosting the natural light show on a few occasions in recent months.
How to see the Northern Lights in the North East
It's takes a huge amount of luck to turn up and spot the Northern Lights with the naked eye - this is even true in Scandinavia.
Many photographers use a tripod and long exposure length to take photos of the Aurora, meaning that the lights can seem brighter and more impressive in photographs.
Top tips for seeing the Northern Lights include stay away from light pollution, wrap up warm, keep up to date with the latest light activity (by following AuroraWatch Uk on Twitter) and check the weather forecast - your best chance of seeing the Northern Lights is in a clear sky.
Dan Pye, Director of Astronomy and Science Communication at Kielder Observatory had some recommendations for the best ways to see the Northern Lights. He said: "(Go) somewhere high and dark. You've got to get a good view of the North. Sometimes being out at the coast is good because you can see more sky there. But essentially, a northern view is good."
