If using a regular camera, National Geographic suggests using wide-angle lenses, an aperture or F-stop of four or less and a focus set to the farthest possible setting to capture the northern lights. If using a smartphone, it’s recommended to turn on night mode and disable flash.

The northern lights (aurora borealis) were spotted over Wales last night, and it is all due to increased solar activity and the sun reaching its peak in its 11-year cycle. The UK has been witnessing a host of celestial spectacles over the past 12 months – and there have already been a number of sightings in 2025.