The celestial event will take place when a part of the moon enters the Earth’s shadow at around 9.15pm on October 28, making it partially invisible.
As Herefordshire is a rural county with relatively low levels of light pollution, locals will have a uniquely clear view of the eclipse.
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Here are some of the most suitable spots for any potential Herefordshire stargazers:
King’s Caple: Between Hereford and Ledbury, the village of King’s Caple is said by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) to have some of the county’s truly darkest night skies.
Berrington Hall: Just outside Leominster, the hall is one of Herefordshire Astronomical Society’s (HAS) observation sites.
Kingstone: The village enjoys low light pollution and has one of the county’s highest star counts according to the CPRE.
Fownhope: The Recreation Field in Fownhope is one of the four observation sites used by HAS.
Hay Bluff: Right on the English/Welsh Border, Hay Bluff is listed by the Brecon Beacons National Park as one of the best 10 places to go stargazing.
Bartestree: Just outside of Hereford. The village hall in Bartestree is the third observation site used by HAS for stargazing.
Lugg Meadows: The largest surviving Lammas Meadow in the country and HAS’s newest observation site.
St Margarets: According to CPRE, St Margarets village in the south of the county enjoys one of Herefordshire’s highest star counts.
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