Watch today's winter solstice sunrise at Newgrange through this live stream

Normally reserved for lucky ticket lottery winners, this year's Winter Solstice in Newgrange can be watched by anyone, anywhere

Older than the pyramids, Newgrange passage tomb in Ireland is world famous for its annual solar alignment where the winter solstice sunrise illuminates its sacred inner chamber in a golden blast of light.

As we come to the darkest part of a winter overshadowed by a global pandemic, there is a light on the horizon.

The Winter Solstice takes place today, marking the shortest day of the year. It is a focal point of the season each year as people celebrate the brighter days to come.