13/08/2026
An Eclipse to Remember
A mighty social group, expertly led by Sam Smith, made its way up to Brill Hill in search of the eclipse.
Armed with beers, prosecco, soft drinks and the sort of optimism normally reserved for organised military operations, the group assembled to witness Mother Nature putting on the ultimate light show.
Getting to the perfect viewing spot was no mean feat. There was a heroic amount of weaving between parked cars, navigating the crowds and, most importantly, locating Bottle-Opener Dan and his trusty cleats — without whom the refreshments may never have been liberated.
And then, just like that, the sun, moon and assorted silhouettes aligned perfectly. A spectacular natural phenomenon unfolded before us, accompanied by good friends, good drinks and the occasional cry of “Can you open this?”
A truly unforgettable moment — shared with brilliant friends, captured in silhouette, and made considerably better by prosecco. 🌒🍾🍺
Well done to everyone who made the journey. Beill Hill may have been packed, but it was absolutely worth it.
