In pictures: Your best photos as incredible thunderstorm sees lightning strike across Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford

There was excitement in the Wakefield district last night, as a huge thunderstorm arrived, bringing with it loud cracks of thunder and stunning flashes of lightning.

By Holly Gittins

Published 12th May 2021, 11:07 BST

Updated 12th May 2021, 11:08 BST

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And for many, the storm was the perfect opportunity to test out their photography skills. Did you capture any photos of the storm last night? Send us your best photos on Twitter and Facebook for a chance to be featured in future galleries.

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And a huge bolt of lightning struck the ground just as Christine Wilkes snapped this photo. Photo: Christine Wilkes

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Lightning as seen through a rainy window, captured by Lee. Photo: Twitter: @lee_fr200

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They say lightning doesn't strike the same place twice, but how about two bolts at once? Amy Foxcroft certainly got lucky with this photo. Photo: Twitter: @Amyjamiebaby

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You'd hardly believe that it was the middle of the night when Jenni Millburn took these photos. Photo: Jenni Millburn

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