BRITS have been flocking to beaches to soak up the first sign of sun in weeks – but others have been warned to brace for thundery downpours. The sun has been shining in different parts of the country today, seeing the masses rush outdoors to make the most of it. 7 People flocked to Brighton … Read more
Met Office confirms that April was the sixth wettest since records dating to 1836 It has been the wettest April since 2012, the provisional statistics show By Colin Fernandez Environment Editor Published: 14:58 BST, 1 May 2024 | Updated: 14:58 BST, 1 May 2024 In news that will come as no surprise to most Britons, … Read more
In June, 1899, Sabine Baring-Gould, an English rector, collector of folk songs, and author of a truly prodigious quantity of prose, was putting the finishing touches on “A Book of the West,” a two-volume study of Devon and Cornwall. Baring-Gould, who had fifteen children and kept a tame bat, wrote more than a thousand literary … Read more
TRAVELLERS setting off for the May Bank Holiday getaway were hit with delays – ahead of a nightmare weekend of railway engineering works. Manchester Airport descended into chaos yesterday as baggage handling problems forced passengers to queue into the Terminal 1 car park. 2 Manchester Airport descended into chaos amid baggage handling problemsCredit: Zenpix 2 … Read more
THE UK’s sunniest destination has been revealed – and it’s a small “charming” town on an island off the south coast. The town has, on average, the most hours of sunlight per day, according to a new study, looking at which places in the country are the safest bet for a warm day out. 5 … Read more
Challenged to express enthusiasm for Sunak, Street recently told the Sunday Times: “He is the prime minister. I am supportive to the party. But he and I have fallen out over a number of issues.” Street’s Labour rival, Richard Parker, has accused him of being a Tory “when it suits him.” A Conservative MP in … Read more
Announcing his support on X, Mark Hamill said: “I LOVE London! Lived there for years while filming & our first child was born there, in St. John’s Wood. I wholeheartedly support Sadiq Khan for Mayor on May 2.” Hamill praised Khan — who has drawn local flak and heated protests for a controversial charge on … Read more
A BRAND new music venue could be coming to the UK in the near future, with plans to make it the biggest in the country. This month, a huge new arena is opening its doors in Manchester, but the man behind it already has his sights set on building a bigger one. 4 Co-op Live … Read more
FOR many parents across the country the school holidays pose major financial strains. In fact, a recent survey revealed one in five families feel stressed during these periods. 3 The Royal Botanical Garden is free for families 3 The Edinburgh destination comes out on top But new research has picked out the best free activities … Read more
THINGS have come a long way since the earliest fairground carousels and miniature railways to grace seaside resorts. These days, visitors to theme parks expect adrenalin-packed coasters, buzzing entertainment and great street food. 6 Lisa Minot looks at five of our seaside favourites and gives the lowdown on what’s new for 2024 Lisa Minot looks … Read more
