UK faces 5-inch snow bomb after New Year
The UK braces for a major snow event from January 4, with up to five inches forecast for the northeast. Met Office warnings are in place as Arctic air sweeps the nation.
The UK braces for a major snow event from January 4, with up to five inches forecast for the northeast. Met Office warnings are in place as Arctic air sweeps the nation.
The Met Office warns of significant snow arriving in the UK within days, with up to 19 inches possible in some areas. Get the latest forecast details and pinpointed locations here.
The UK faces a major snowstorm from January 7, with up to 19 inches forecast for Scotland and blizzards dumping 4 inches per hour. Only southern England may be spared. Read the full forecast.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
New weather maps forecast a major snow event for the UK in early January, with parts of Scotland braced for up to 10 inches. Discover the regions affected and the Met Office outlook.
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The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
New weather maps forecast significant snow and blizzard conditions across the UK in early January, with up to 8 inches near Manchester. Get the full regional breakdown.
A 12-hour snowstorm is forecast to batter parts of England on January 5. Check if your area is among the 11 counties at risk and prepare for the New Year cold snap.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and sunny Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Get the full festive forecast and travel advice here.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and largely dry Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Find out the full festive forecast details here.
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The UK faces up to 14cm of snow on New Year's Day, with northern England hardest hit. Only the south west of England and Wales are set to escape the major flurries. Read the full forecast.
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The UK operator of TGI Fridays has filed to appoint administrators for the second time in December, seeking a rescue deal for its 49 restaurants and 2,000 staff. Read the latest on the chain's future.
UK waters see highest octopus numbers since the 1950s, with over 230,000 caught in Cornwall. Experts predict more 'blooms' due to warming seas. Read the full report.
British gardeners report daffodils flowering in December, a month ahead of schedule. Experts link the premature blooms to climate change, with a Cambridge study confirming a worrying trend. Read more.
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A 2024 survey shows 50% of UK adults give stockings, spending £62 each. Discover why this Victorian tradition endures, even for those in their thirties.
Fresh weather maps reveal a 600-mile wall of snow is set to barrel into the UK from the east after Christmas, threatening a frosty start to 2026. Discover the full list of affected counties.
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The Ursid meteor shower peaks on 22 December, offering a final celestial show of 2025. Find out the best time and tips for spotting up to 10 meteors per hour in UK skies.
The TGI Fridays restaurant chain in the UK is on the brink of administration, putting 49 high street branches at risk. Get the latest updates on this breaking business story.
A 760-mile snowstorm is forecast to blast the UK from Cornwall to Scotland on January 3, bringing -9C lows and up to four inches of snow. Get the latest weather warnings and maps.
A festive tradition from childhood persists for many British adults, with over half giving stockings to partners. Discover why this 'kidult' ritual shows no sign of stopping.