As it happened: Thousands turn out for rare solar eclipse as Cork's view spoiled by cloud

Huge crowds gathered at Blackrock Castle Observatory, Bell's Field and viewing spots across the country to witness Ireland's biggest solar eclipse until 2090

The Nolan family from Carrigaline found their own way to watch the eclipse this evening, using welders' masks to view the spectacle from Haulbowline Island, Co Cork. Picture: David Creedon