The Aurora Borealis put on a stunning display for Dorset residents.

Last night and through to early hours of this morning, the Northern Lights were visible across UK skies.

Northern Lights over PorteshamNorthern Lights over Portesham (Image: Margaret Preuss-Higham)

Many rushed out of their homes to try and document this magical event on camera.

Some were able to capture it from their back garden, whilst others journeyed further afield for the perfect shot.

Northern Lights over PortlandNorthern Lights over Portland (Image: Dan Sands)

Dan Sands captured an incredible photo of the Northern Lights over Portland Bill.

He explained that he waited around seven hours to capture the perfect shot.

Mr Sands said: “Portland is where I live and I think that it is quite important with this type of event to capture something that is close to home – It makes it a bit more special when it’s on your doorstep.

“I have got way too many apps and groups that tell me when an aurora is going to happen. It was the NOAA that were predicting a really strong geomagnetic storm so it was obvious that it was going to be a nice one.

“I stayed out until about half past one and I left the house just as it got dark. There was quite a big block of cloud that rolled in and it was really a case of waiting for that to pass over.”

(Image: Nicky Randell-Brown)

 The Met Office previously said that a 'severe solar storm' heading for Earth means that the Aurora Borealis could be visible across parts of the UK for several nights.

Northern Lights over Hardy's MonumentNorthern Lights over Hardy's Monument (Image: Josie Simington)