Northern Lights return to West Midlands tonight! See our stunning selection of readers' pictures

People in the West Midlands have been able to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights from their gardens once again.

Published Jan 1

Last updated Jan 2

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The natural light display in the sky could be seen in many places in Shropshire including Telford, Bridgnorth and Church Stretton.

Craig Jackson, station manager for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service, shared a picture he took in Shifnal.

This shot of the Northern Lights was taken by fire service station manager Craig Jackson

Samantha Pommells took a stunning selection of pictures in Alveley, near Bridgnorth.

The Northern Lights in Alveley, near Bridgnorth. Pictures: Samantha Pommells

Councillor Thomas Janke, deputy mayor of Newport, took these stunning shots.

The Northern Lights in Shropshire. Pictures: Councillor Thomas Janke

Church Stretton also caught a glimpse at the phenomenon. These photos were taken by Eva Spurling.

The Northern Lights in Church Stretton. Pictures: Eva Spurling

And the Shropshire Star’s Megan Jones took this picture in Telford.

The Northern Lights in Telford. Picture: Megan Jones

The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, is a natural light display in the earth’s sky, predominantly seen in high-latitude regions such as Iceland, Norway and the north of Scotland.

Auroras display patterns of lights that appear as curtains, rays, spirals, or flickers covering the sky.