A spectacular blue supermoon appeared in the skies above Wiltshire for the first time in 14 years.

Stargazers and photographers made the most of this rare opportunity, which occurs when the conditions that create a 'blue' moon and a 'super' moon happen at the same time.

Supermoons take place when the Earth's only natural satellite appears far brighter than usual as it reaches the closest point of its orbit around our planet, while blue moons occur when the pattern of days in a year means there are 13 full moons instead of the usual 12.

This combination has not been seen since 2009 and, after this week's stunning view, will not be seen again until 2037.

Despite its name, the lunar phenomenon has nothing to do with colour. It is called 'blue' because it does not fall in the usual scheme of named Moons, which led to the coining of the phrase 'once in a blue moon'.

If you missed the chance to experience this awe-inspiring sight, we've put together a gallery that showcases our Camera Club members' best efforts at capturing the full majesty of the lunar illumination.