4 d. ago Man charged with sexually assaulting woman as she sunbathed on beach

The alleged attack was on a woman in her 50s at Camber Sands on the late bank holiday in August

Events

1 week ago Cardiff Airport announces cheap city break flights with 30% off

The deal is available from September 1 to September 16

Transport

2 w. ago Gatwick Airport baggage handlers call off strike after new pay offer

The baggage workers had planned strike action in August and September, including a bank holiday weekend

Events

2 w. ago Punter sends bookie 'ducking for cover' by landing £12k windfall from 5p bet

William Hill has paid out on two five figure sums after multiple accumulator bets were landed by punters during the August Bank Holiday weekend

Economics

2 w. ago Warmest August bank holiday Monday ever for Wales and Northern Ireland

The remnants of Hurricane Erin are set to bring rain and wind to the west of the UK.

Events

2 w. ago Hurricane Erin hurtles towards the UK: Warning over rip currents and 16ft waves as Bank Holiday crowds flock to beaches for 29C weather

Thousands of sun-seeking Brits are set to flock to beaches and beauty spots across the country today in what is set to be the hottest August Bank Holiday in six years.

Events

2 w. ago Every UK bank holiday coming in 2026 so you can book your holiday now

Today is the August bank holiday and it marks the last long weekend before Christmas in England and Wales - but what bank holiday dates are coming up in 2026?

Politics

3 w. ago Britain to sizzle in final throes of summer as Bank Holiday Monday predicted to be hotter than Morocco with 29C high

In what could be the hottest August Bank Holiday in 60 years, drivers have been warned to expect traffic jams as sun-seekers travel to beaches and beauty spots.

Politics

3 w. ago Bank Holiday opening times: supermarket times for August bank holiday 2025

Is your local supermarket open this bank holiday? Here’s what you need to know 🛒

Economics

3 w. ago London weather: Temperature to peak on Bank Holiday Monday before Hurricane Erin leaves mark

Londoners are promised a glorious day of warm sunshine this August Bank Holiday

Politics

3 w. ago How much are drinks and pint of beer at Manchester Pride's Gay Village Party 2025

Manchester Pride takes place this August Bank Holiday weekend with performances from Leigh-Anne and Nelly Furtado

Politics

3 w. ago Hurricane Erin could see 16ft waves crash into UK in coming days

Category 2 storm set to end Britain’s dry spell, says Met Office forecasters

Events

3 w. ago Met Office weather maps show when and where hot weather will peak in Wales over bank holiday weekend

It's going to be a lovely August bank holiday weekend so make the most of the nice weather while you can

Society

3 w. ago Simba drops August bank holiday sale with bundle offers on pillows, mattresses and beds

Consumers can choose from a range of bundle offers, as well as singular sales on popular pillows

Economics

3 w. ago August bank holiday update for benefit and pension payment dates

The usual payment date will be changing due to the bank holiday

Economics

3 w. ago Police to patrol one of Wales' best beaches after 'unlawful conduct'

Officers will be working alongside wardens this August bank holiday weekend

Society

3 w. ago Universal Credit households told to check bank accounts now for surprise payment

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that benefit payments that were due this Monday bank holiday (August 25) will be paid today (August 22) instead

Economics

3 w. ago The Bank Holiday getaway begins: Traffic chaos warnings issued as 17m get set to hit the roads while rail firm says 'do not travel' ahead of train strikes

Motorists hitting the roads for the August bank holiday should brace for long delays on major routes, with peak traffic hours expected between 10am and 7pm.

Events

3 w. ago Met Office reveals weather Brits can expect over bank holiday weekend

The back-to-back heatwaves are over for now

Society

3 w. ago UK 'warming up for bank holiday weekend' with temperatures reaching 26C

August bank holiday is set to be warm, but not quite heatwave conditions

Events