A partial lunar eclipse and a major supernova are among the things to see in the skies over Norfolk this month. 

The moon

This month's moon phases will come as follows:

New moon: September 3

First quarter: September 10

Full moon: September 17

Third quarter: September 24

September's full moon is named the Harvest Moon because in ancient societies it signalled the beginning of autumn.

If conditions are clear between 3.15am and 4.15am on September 18, astronomers might catch a glimpse of a partial lunar eclipse.

The planets

This month, two planets will be at opposition. 

When planets are at opposition, they are positioned in a way that directly faces the sun, meaning its front is fully illuminated.

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This makes it the perfect time for astronomers to get a clear look at them.

Saturn moves into opposition on September 8, with Neptune following on September 21.

The stars

Experts believe the 'Blaze Star', T Corona Borealis, will explode this month and that the supernova will be visible from Earth.

Astronomers first noticed high activity coming from the star system in 2016 and they have been eagerly awaiting an explosion ever since. 

It is not certain when the explosion will happen but, once it does, it should be visible with the naked eye for a few days.

It will look like a bright new star has formed.