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Observing magnetic fields: 100 years of data

Marking the centenary of the Lerwick Geophysical Observatory.

UK’s geomagnetic blind spots tackled with new observatories

Three new geomagnetic observatories have been installed across the UK to fill in the country’s 'blind spots' and tackle the risk posed by space weather.

The Great North Run

The directions of true, grid and magnetic north will, for the first time, coincide at various locations in Great Britain between 2022 and 2026.

Geomagnetism with Sarah Reay

Sarah Reay discusses why we study the Earth's magnetic field, the best location for a geomagnetic observatory, and tips for spotting the Aurora Borealis.

Will Santa get home safely? New World Magnetic Model reveals movements in the Earth’s magnetic field

Hold onto your compass: true north and magnetic north cross at Greenwich for first time in 360 years