The Met Office forecast shows clear conditions for the county and has said the aurora borealis “may be visible as far south as central England tonight where skies remain clear”.

Aurora Watch UK has issued an amber alert, detailing that sightings are likely this evening (February 27).

The phenomenon was captured over Stanton in west Suffolk on Sunday evening.

What causes the Northern Lights?

Aurora is caused by atoms and molecules in our atmosphere colliding with particles from the sun, according to the Royal Museums Greenwich.

Solar storms on our star's surface give out huge clouds of electrically charged particles.

These particles can travel millions of miles and some may eventually collide with the Earth.

The wavy patterns of light are caused by the lines of force in the Earth's magnetic field and the different colours are made by different gasses - the green is characteristic of oxygen, while the purple, blue or pink are caused by nitrogen.

Where are the best places to see the Northern Lights in Suffolk?

Dark and clear nights, preferably with little light pollution, offer the best chance of seeing the aurora.

Here are some of the best places to visit: