Solar Eclipse: Why does the UK only get to see a partial eclipse?

On Monday 21 August, millions of people will be able to witness one of the most amazing space events that can be seen from the Earth.

Across the US, lucky space watchers will be treated to an incredible total solar eclipse.

As the UK isn't on the path of totality, space fans here will only see a partial solar eclipse.

Watch Whitney's report to find out why we can't all see it.