3 days ago By Peter Shuttleworth, BBC News MJRichardson | Geograph Commuters and tourists are warned as the busiest routes between Wales and England close for upgrade work Travellers on the busiest routes between Wales and England will face disruption from Wednesday as both the M4 Severn Bridge and Severn rail tunnel will close for repairs. Trains...
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The secret UK seaside town with beautiful beaches that visitors often miss
While many tourists flock to the bustling beaches of Southend, those in the know head a little further east to the serene seaside town of Shoeburyness. This hidden gem offers a peaceful alternative to its more crowded neighbor, with its mix of sand and shingle beaches providing a tranquil escape. Located at the eastern end...
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Foreign Office issues ‘evacuation’ alert for nine holiday hotspots
The Foreign Office has issued a warning for anyone thinking of travelling to nine favourite holiday destinations for Brits with potential risk to life consequences if the advice isn’t taken. Officials have issued new guidance for people thinking of going to the Caribbean this summer amid a new hurricane alert set to hit the islands...
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English village named ‘poshest’ place to live in the UK
Based on a 2024 report, 44 of the “poshest” villages across England have been revealed. Factors included in the final decision-making process included an area’s outstanding natural beauty, its commute time to major hubs, and average house prices. One area, for example, has an average house price reaching £1.4million, which is up to six times...
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Vehicle bursts into flames on major UK motorway sparking huge delays
The M1 motorway is experiencing major delays northbound because of a vehicle fire that has caused traffic chaos. The fire occurred between Junction 17 for Kilsby and Junction 18 for Crick. As a result of the fire, drivers are facing delays of up to 90 minutes. In a statement, National Highways said the fire service...
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The pretty UK city voted the most friendly staycation in England
Summer holiday planning couldn’t be easier as Britons only need to look at their doorstep to find the ideal destination for a friendly and relaxing staycation. Last year, York was crowned as the world’s most welcoming destination, surpassing other popular locations such as San Sebastian and Australia’s Gold Coast. Booking.com utilised its vast array of reviews...
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‘Stanley Johnson caused our flight to be cancelled’ say BA passengers
Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Passengers have accused Stanley Johnson of causing a diverted British Airways flight to be cancelled. The writer, who is Boris Johnson’s father, was aboard BA2641 from Malaga to London Gatwick. When a separate British Airways flight...
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Summer travel chaos as Gatwick contends with passenger diversions and looming strikes
Disruption this summer is also expected as a result of the threat of delays and cancellations amid a shortage of air traffic control (ATC) staff. Ryanair has already scrapped dozens of flights after a shortfall in controllers at a major Dutch ATC centre left planes out of position and unable to perform morning departures. Meanwhile,...
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Man dies as horror crash shuts major motorway for hours
A man has died in a horror crash on the M40. The accident closed the major motorway northbound between J4 near High Wycombe and J5 near Stokenchurch this morning, with an air ambulance landing at the scene and providing “critical care”. The southbound lanes of the road were also closed to accommodate the aircraft and...
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Travel chaos at Gatwick as British Airways plane blocks runway for 50 minutes
Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Sixteen flights have been diverted and dozens more are likely to be heavily delayed or cancelled at London Gatwick airport, after a British Airways flight to Vancouver abandoned its departure in the middle of the runway....
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Airport chaos as planes grounded and passengers stranded on runway
Chaos has erupted at Gatwick Airport with passengers stranded on grounded planes queueing for the runway. Planes are being diverted after an aircraft, possibly from British Airways, stalled on the busy runway at the London airport this afternoon. Pictures and videos posted online show a queue of aircraft stuck on the tarmac as they wait...
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UK’s ‘cleanest’ beach is often likened to the Caribbean
Backed by dunes and pine trees, and only accessible with a half-mile walk from the nearest car park, is the picture-perfect Barafundle Bay Beach in Pembrokeshire. The beach has been described as “one of Pembrokeshire’s most beautiful beaches” by VisitWales and has also been described as “the jewel in the crown” of the local coastline. The...