People around Scotland will soon be able to catch a glimpse of the best solar eclipse in almost thirty years this evening.
Around 95% of the sun will slowly disappear behind the moon this evening, which will be the most dramatic eclipse visible from the country since 1999 with no other eclipse equal to this predicted until 2081.
While it is an exciting phenomenon, it is important to never look directly at an eclipse as it could cause serious damage to the eyes - even without causing any pain.
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But if you aren’t among the lucky few who were able to get their hands on a pair of special social eclipse glasses to watch the sky safely, there is no need to despair.
While you can simply grab a couple of sheets of paper or even a colander to watch the sun disappear, if you want something a little more special here is how you can make your own pinhole projector to view the solar eclipse in 2026.
9. Step 8: Secure the paper with tape
Once you have placed the paper to your liking, secure it with tape. | The Scotsman
10. Step 9: Test your DIY pinhole projector
Once you have completed the steps, you can test out your projector. Holding the box upside down, face the pinhole side towards the sun and look at the sheet of paper inside the box. You should be able to see an outline of the sun. | The Scotsman
11. Step 10: Profit
With all the steps complete you now have a safe way to view the 2026 solar eclipse — even without solar glasses. Don’t look directly towards the sun, but enjoy the view from inside your handmade pinhole projector. | The Scotsman