With Europe's first mainland total solar eclipse since 1999 just days away, some lucky British holidaymakers may find themselves in prime locations to view the spectacular celestial event

Maximum totality will occur off Iceland’s west coast – but hundreds of millions of people more are in for a treat

The most dramatic solar eclipse visible from the UK since 1999 will take place on August 12, with Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Bristol offering some of the best viewing spots

The eclipse on 12 August will be the most complete seen in the UK since 1999