Planets

Three astronomers tell the BBC what planets are on display in the sky above the UK this week.

This week seven planets will be briefly visible in the evening sky as part of a rare phenomenon.

The best chance to see as many as possible will be after sunset on Wednesday and Thursday.

A rare celestial phenomenon is currently lighting up the night sky.

A guide to spotting the six planets clearly visible to us this month.

Oxford professor and Sky at Night broadcaster Chris Lintott explains the planetary alignment.