Spectacular Northern Lights Dazzle UK Skies in Pink and Green

Skies across the UK have been illuminated in hues of green and pink by the Northern Lights. The natural phenomenon - known as the Aurora Borealis - is the result of solar eruptions sending particles towards the Earth and interacting with particles in the atmosphere. The Northern Lights are mostly visible near the Arctic Circle but at times of high solar activity can be seen in other areas. Photos sent in to the BBC show dazzling images of light experienced on Monday evening across Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales as well as in parts of south-west, southern, eastern and northern England.