5 h. ago Bomb squad called to beauty spot as people warned to 'stay away' on busy bank holiday weekend

Emergency services blocked off Rivington Reservoir after 'grenade type' devices were found

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7 h. ago UK weather: Heavy rain threatens Easter bank holiday washout after Met Office warning for downpours

Although yellow warnings have been lifted for most of the UK, more rain is on the way for parts of the country in the coming days

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13 h. ago Foxes will run away from your garden instantly with 14p item they 'strongly dislike'

Gardeners can now easily outfox pesky foxes intent on destroying their carefully planted flowerbeds this bank holiday weekend, and it will only set them back a pleasingly pocket-friendly 14p

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26 h. ago Hundreds of hungry customers queue outside legendary takeaway for classic chippy tea on Good Friday

While some families will be racing to get on the road or on a flight this Good Friday, droves of people lined for an hour to get their hands on a tasty meal from a chip shop in South Tyneside.

Economics

28 h. ago Don't store your Easter eggs in the fridge over bank holiday weekend, expert warns

Debra Hutt, kitchen expert, shares her tips for transforming leftover Easter chocolate into delicious new creations

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28 h. ago Poundland to close all stores across Scotland on one day this Easter weekend

The budget retailer has confirmed its opening hours for the Easter bank holiday weekend.

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29 h. ago Is Easter Monday a bank holiday in Scotland? Here are all the Scottish councils which recognise the holiday

In Scotland, Easter Monday isn’t a nationwide bank holiday – though some local authorities do observe the holiday.

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30 h. ago Map of the Best of British pubs, bars and beer gardens you'll regret not trying this bank holiday

With the UK weather described by the Met Office as "changeable" over the weekend, we provide our definitive guide to the best traditional country and seaside pubs, city centre boozers and beer gardens to make the most of while you can

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30 h. ago LEGO fans race to buy £40 Harry Potter set for £24 in Easter bank holiday weekend deal

The set replicates the Owlery tower where Harry asks Cho if she'll go to the Yule Ball with him in the Goblet of Fire

Economics

30 h. ago Peak District police using drones to target 'dangerously fast' Bank Holiday bikers

The winding roads of the national park are very popular with motorcyclists

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31 h. ago Check for unclaimed cash over Easter to boost household income by up to £4,300

The bank holiday weekend is the perfect time to make sure you are not missing out on an income top-up.

Economics

31 h. ago Met Office says Easter weekend will turn 'brighter' despite wet start but one area in Scotland could see rain

The Easter bank holiday has started with rain and wind but the weather agency predicts brighter days ahead

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33 h. ago Good Friday travel LIVE UK traffic updates as Easter bank holiday weekend begins

Millions of people are expected to hit the road

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33 h. ago AD FEATURE: Kick off the bank holiday weekend with tickets to these fantastic live Manchester shows in 2025

Don't miss your chance to see The Divine Comedy, The Maccabees, Hacienda Classical and more great acts take to the stage this year

Sport

34 h. ago 'Harmless' train habit could see passengers hit with £200 fine this bank holiday weekend

Train travellers are being made aware of a mistake that could land them in hot water.

Economics

35 h. ago Met Office latest forecast for Easter weekend in Greater Manchester

Rain could dominate the bank holiday

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35 h. ago Supermarket Easter 2025 opening times including Tesco, Aldi, Asda, M&S, Sainsbury's and more

Mirror Money has rounded up the Bank Holiday opening times for the major UK supermarkets including Aldi, Tesco, and Asda over the Easter weekend so you know your local shop will be open

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35 h. ago Supermarket Easter opening times 2025 for Aldi to Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Tesco and more

Easter Sunday will see a number of supermarket chains close across Wales, as the Bank Holiday weekend approaches. Here are the opening times for the UK's major stores

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35 h. ago Homebase, B&Q and Wickes store opening times for Easter 2025 bank holiday weekend

Store opening times are dependent on where you are in the UK for your Easter bank holiday weekend - here are all the details

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41 h. ago PETER HITCHENS: Keep your buns, eggs, bonnets and bunnies. Good Friday is a day for solemn reflection

Is Easter disappearing? Will it soon go the way of Whitsun, another once-great Christian holiday now ignored, and replaced by a secular bank holiday on a different date?

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