Best place to view the solar eclipse | Housel Bay, Lizard Point

On Wednesday 12 August 2026, the UK will witness one of its deepest partial solar eclipses in decades and Cornwall will have one of the very best views…

When the sky changes, there's nowhere quite like Housel Bay.

Lizard Point, the southernmost point of mainland Britain, is set to experience an incredible 95.6% solar eclipse coverage, making it an exceptional place to witness this remarkable natural event. Just moments from Lizard Point, at Housel Bay, we are lucky to be in a spectacular position to experience it, with uninterrupted sea views and Cornwall’s dramatic coastline as your backdrop.

As the Moon passes across the Sun, the landscape will be transformed by an extraordinary, atmospheric light unlike anything you’d normally experience. It’s a rare opportunity to pause, watch the skies and take in a remarkable moment in nature.

If you're planning to watch the eclipse, remember to do so safely using certified solar viewing glasses or an indirect viewing method such as a pinhole projector. The duration is expected to be 6:17–8:06pm and at it’s best, at 7:13pm.

Whether you're joining us for a coastal escape or simply looking for a memorable reason to visit Cornwall this summer, this solar eclipse is set to be one of nature's most spectacular displays. See our availability here.