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The Guardian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Pipe dreams: a pipe band's ‘world' tour in Northumberland
Andrew Miller, a pipe major in the Rothbury pipe band, gets some final checks from his wife, Valerie, at their home on the morning of the band's tour. 'The World Tour of Coquetdale is what our band is all about. It's fun, it's social, and it's the best day of the year,' Miller says Thompson Bathgate, a resident, shares a laugh with Andrew Miller as band members meet at the Newcastle House in Rothbury village The band load up the tour bus Band members enjoy a tune as the bus makes its way to the next destination Drummer Charlie Gale and the band arrive in Netherton village, the first stop of the tour Local people watch the performance in Netherton A tractor drives past. The tour was started to help bring entertainment and an injection of money to village shops and pubs The tour bus makes its way through the Coquet Valley on the way to the next stop, Clennell Hall Band members take a refreshment break at Clennell Hall in Alwinton The band play outside Clennell Hall Band members pose for a picture outside Clennell Hall The band in the village of Alwinton A passerby stops to document the performance in Alwinton Pipers kick back and share a drink Andrew Charlton, a local music legend, plays at the Rose & Thistle pub in Alwinton. 'I don't want to live anywhere else. I've been around the world with music, but this is home and I wouldn't live anywhere else. Today is the one day of the year I will not miss,' he says People gather outside their homes in Harbottle to watch the spectacle Musicians play at The Star, the only pub in Harbottle Children try their hand at playing a bass drum Drummers unload at a petrol station as they prepare to march through Thropton The band enjoy a singalong on the tour bus as they wind through the Coquet Valley Robert Walker, right, performs a drummers' salute with his son, Steve, in Thropton Photograph: Rick Findler/Story Picture Agency One of the pipers stops for a much-needed break between stops The band make their way through Rothbury as they return to where they started the day Andrew Miller thanks the audience after the band's final tune of the day in Rothbury People say their goodbyes as they prepare to part ways at the Newcastle House in Rothbury Miller returns home after a successful 'World Tour of Coquetdale'
Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
UK weather: Britain to bask in 34C temps on longest day of the year as thousands meet at Stonehenge for summer solstice
the Met Office has also warned of thunderstorms across parts of England today RISE AND SHINE UK weather: Britain to bask in 34C temps on longest day of the year as thousands meet at Stonehenge for summer solstice BRITS are flocking to beaches across the UK today as the mercury is set to rise to 34C. Thousands of people headed out early this morning to watch the sunrise over Stonehenge in celebration of the summer solstice. 6 Spectators watched the men's quarter-finals at the HSBC Championships at The Queen's Club yesterday Credit: Alamy 6 Over 1,000 cyclists set off to cycle 205 miles in one day across England starting from Minster on Sea, Kent at sunrise today Credit: Alamy 6 Thousands gathered to watch the sun rise over Stonehenge near Amesbury, Wiltshire, this morning Credit: Story Picture Agency Those who marked the year's longest day elsewhere experienced 18C temperatures in Salisbury and Greater London by 5am, according to the Met Office. The weather agency also confirmed that Yeovilton in Somerset and Crosby in Merseyside had the highest recorded overnight figures in England, both reaching 19.7C by 6am. The mercury in Cumbria and Lancashire also reached highs above 19C. Beaches, parks and pubs across the country will be packed as revellers look to lap up the sunshine and make the most of the warm weather. Read More HEAT HAZARD Safety warning issued to parents over kids using garden slides on warm days But an amber heat-health alert for all regions in England remains in place for the weekend. And, the Met Office has also warned of thunderstorms across northern parts of England today. A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place from Nottingham up to above Newcastle. It will come into force from 3pm and last until 4am on Sunday. The Met Office warned there could be "frequent lightning, large hail and gusty winds", along with a chance of flooding. Parts of eastern England could climb higher than the 32.2C seen on Thursday and become the hottest day of the year so far. Ireland to sizzle in 24C heat as heatwave arrives and Met Eireann reveal hottest areas Met Office spokeswoman Nicola Maxey said: "There are scattered thunderstorms coming through. "Some of the rain could be quite intense, and frequent lightning, hail, gusty winds and some heavy downpours, which we haven't seen for a while. "Some of the ground is quite hard at the moment, and when you get heavy rain hitting hard ground, it can cause surface water issues. "You might find surface water on the roads, drains finding it difficult to cope and a small chance of homes being flooded." An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. Aidan McGovern, meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "At the moment, the temperatures will be highest towards the east, [with] lower temperatures in the west compared with Friday but still high humidity, so it's going to feel oppressive in many places, and [there is] always a chance of some showers developing as the day progresses, particularly towards the west. "Temperatures [will be] peaking at 31 to 33, or 34C, somewhere between London and Midlands and north-east England." Steve Cole, policy director at RoSPA, said: "Heat is no longer just a holiday perk - it's a growing public health risk. "We're seeing more frequent and intense heatwaves, both in the UK and globally, and the data shows a clear rise in heat-related illness and fatalities. "Warm weather can also be deceptive when it comes to going for a dip. "While the air may feel hot, water temperatures often remain dangerously cold, which can lead to cold-water shock, even in summer." Over the last few days, Brits have flocked to the seaside and rivers so they can take a quick dip to cool off. Others have been spotted sunbathing in parks instead and making the most of their lunch breaks. It comes as an amber heat health alert was been issued for the whole of England from 12pm on Thursday until 9am on Monday. The alert - a step up from the yellow heat health alert issued earlier this week - warned that "significant impacts are likely" across health and social care services because of high temperatures. One Royal Ascot spectator was taken to hospital on Thursday, with 42 others given medical attention on site for heat-related illness during the prestigious horse racing event. The UK's June temperature record stands at 35.6C, which was set in Southampton in 1976. Current forecasts suggest the record is unlikely to be broken this time - but it will come close. A warning against wildfires has also been issued by the Fire Brigade, as firefighters have responded to more than 500 across England and Wales this year so far. Five day weather forecast Today A warm, bright start but turning cloudier from the south through the morning. Scattered, showers spread across the southwest, moving northeastwards by the afternoon bringing a risk of heavy showers, thunderstorms, and hail to northern England and Wales later. Tonight Heavy showers and thunderstorms in the north gradually clear overnight. Mostly dry with clear spells elsewhere, although further heavy showers in the northwest by dawn. Feeling fresher in the west. Sunday Fresher for most with breezy westerly winds bringing sunshine and scattered showers, a few thunderstorms in the northwest. Drier and brighter in the southeast but staying warm and humid here. Outlook for Monday to Wednesday Breezy westerly winds continue to bring a mixture of sunshine and showers, these heaviest in the north and west. Near average temperatures, though feeling warm in the sunshine. Fresher nights. 6 A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place from Nottingham up to above Newcastle Credit: MET Office 6 The picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis was starting to get busy on Friday Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
21-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
UK weather: Britain to bask in 34C temps on longest day of the year as thousands meet at Stonehenge for summer solstice
BRITS are flocking to beaches across the UK today as the mercury is set to rise to 34C. Thousands of people headed out early this morning to watch the sunrise over Stonehenge in celebration of the summer solstice. Advertisement 6 Spectators watched the men's quarter-finals at the HSBC Championships at The Queen's Club yesterday Credit: Alamy 6 Over 1,000 cyclists set off to cycle 205 miles in one day across England starting from Minster on Sea, Kent at sunrise today Credit: Alamy 6 Thousands gathered to watch the sun rise over Stonehenge near Amesbury, Wiltshire, this morning Credit: Story Picture Agency Those who marked the year's longest day elsewhere experienced 18C temperatures in Salisbury and Greater London by 5am, according to the Met Office. The weather agency also confirmed that Yeovilton in Somerset and Crosby in Merseyside had the highest recorded overnight figures in England, both reaching 19.7C by 6am. The mercury in Cumbria and Lancashire also reached highs above 19C. Beaches, parks and pubs across the country will be packed as revellers look to lap up the sunshine and make the most of the warm weather. Advertisement Read More But an amber heat-health alert for all regions in England remains in place for the weekend. And, the Met Office has also warned of thunderstorms across northern parts of England today. A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place from Nottingham up to above Newcastle. It will come into force from 3pm and last until 4am on Sunday. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Latest The Met Office warned there could be "frequent lightning, large hail and gusty winds", along with a chance of flooding. Parts of eastern England could climb higher than the 32.2C seen on Thursday and become the hottest day of the year so far. Ireland to sizzle in 24C heat as heatwave arrives and Met Eireann reveal hottest areas Met Office spokeswoman Nicola Maxey said: "There are scattered thunderstorms coming through. "Some of the rain could be quite intense, and frequent lightning, hail, gusty winds and some heavy downpours, which we haven't seen for a while. Advertisement "Some of the ground is quite hard at the moment, and when you get heavy rain hitting hard ground, it can cause surface water issues. "You might find surface water on the roads, drains finding it difficult to cope and a small chance of homes being flooded." An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. Aidan McGovern, meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "At the moment, the temperatures will be highest towards the east, [with] lower temperatures in the west compared with Friday but still high humidity, so it's going to feel oppressive in many places, and [there is] always a chance of some showers developing as the day progresses, particularly towards the west. Advertisement "Temperatures [will be] peaking at 31 to 33, or 34C, somewhere between London and Midlands and north-east England." Steve Cole, policy director at RoSPA, said: "Heat is no longer just a holiday perk - it's a growing public health risk. "We're seeing more frequent and intense heatwaves, both in the UK and globally, and the data shows a clear rise in heat-related illness and fatalities. "Warm weather can also be deceptive when it comes to going for a dip. Advertisement "While the air may feel hot, water temperatures often remain dangerously cold, which can lead to cold-water shock, even in summer." Over the last few days, Brits have flocked to the seaside and rivers so they can take a quick dip to cool off. Others have been spotted sunbathing in parks instead and making the most of their lunch breaks. It comes as an amber heat health alert was been issued for the whole of England from 12pm on Thursday until 9am on Monday. Advertisement The alert - a step up from the yellow heat health alert issued earlier this week - warned that "significant impacts are likely" across health and social care services because of high temperatures. One Royal Ascot spectator was taken to hospital on Thursday, with 42 others given medical attention on site for heat-related illness during the prestigious horse racing event. The UK's June temperature record stands at 35.6C, which was set in Southampton in 1976. Current forecasts suggest the record is unlikely to be broken this time - but it will come close. Advertisement A warning against wildfires has also been issued by the Fire Brigade, as firefighters have responded to more than 500 across England and Wales this year so far. Five day weather forecast Today A warm, bright start but turning cloudier from the south through the morning. Scattered, showers spread across the southwest, moving northeastwards by the afternoon bringing a risk of heavy showers, thunderstorms, and hail to northern England and Wales later. Tonight Heavy showers and thunderstorms in the north gradually clear overnight. Mostly dry with clear spells elsewhere, although further heavy showers in the northwest by dawn. Feeling fresher in the west. Sunday Fresher for most with breezy westerly winds bringing sunshine and scattered showers, a few thunderstorms in the northwest. Drier and brighter in the southeast but staying warm and humid here. Outlook for Monday to Wednesday Breezy westerly winds continue to bring a mixture of sunshine and showers, these heaviest in the north and west. Near average temperatures, though feeling warm in the sunshine. Fresher nights. 6 A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place from Nottingham up to above Newcastle Credit: MET Office 6 The picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis was starting to get busy on Friday Credit: Alamy 6 People enjoying the hot weather in Victoria Embankment Gardens, London, yesterday Credit: PA Advertisement
Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Schoolboy, 14, stabbed in Manchester street before screaming ‘I don't want to die' is pictured
Two boys, 14 and 16, were arrested on suspicion of murder KNIFE HORROR Schoolboy, 14, stabbed in Manchester street before screaming 'I don't want to die' is pictured – as four arrested Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A TEENAGER who was stabbed to death and ran for help saying "I don't want to die" has been pictured for the first time. Schoolboy Ibrahima Seck, 14, was found with stab wounds and was rushed to hospital, but he sadly passed away. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Tributes to schoolboy Ibrahima Seck, 14, who was stabbed in Manchester Credit: SWNS 6 Pictures from the scene show a police cordon at the nearby Fairway Inn pub Credit: SWNS 6 Police are seeing entering the Fairway Inn pub in Manchester after a teenager was stabbed outside Credit: Story Picture Agency Emergency services scrambled to north Manchester at around 5pm on Sunday following reports of a serious assault. Greater Manchester Police launched a murder investigation and arrested four people - including three teenagers - in connection with the death. Two boys, 14 and 16, were arrested on suspicion of murder. A 14-year-old girl and a 37-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. All four remain in custody this morning, and the scene remains cordoned off. Manchester Coroner's Office confirmed it has received a file for Ibrahima. Flowers and tributes have been left at the scene, as cops and forensics continue to investigate. Eyewitnesses told MEN how the young victim fled the attack, running through his front door begging for help. "He just came through the door and said 'I've been stabbed'. "We sat him down on a chair and phoned an ambulance. 'He just kept saying 'I don't want to die'.' Onlookers desperately tried to save Ibrahima with CPR before paramedics arrived. Superintendent Marcus Noden said last night: "This is a distressing and heart-breaking incident where a boy has lost his life. "We are still trying to establish the circumstances around the incident and have a number of scenes in place." Pictures from the scene show a police cordon on Nevin Road in New Moston as well as another at the nearby Fairway Inn pub. An air ambulance was also scrambled to the scene, landing in Nuthurst Road Park - just a short distance away from Nevin Road. Detectives said the boy's family is being supported by specialist officers. Cops are currently appealing for information and are asking people who were in the Nevin Road area to come forward. You can report any information to the police through their website or by calling 101, quoting log 2250 of 8/6/25. If you wish to submit information anonymously, you can use the independent charity Crimestoppers to do so. 6 A police car is pictured outside the cordoned off pub today Credit: SWNS 6 Police and forensics on the scene today following the tragedy Credit: Story Picture Agency
Scottish Sun
08-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Three people arrested after teen boy dies near pub as cops launch urgent murder probe
Cops are desperately appealing for eyewitness accounts following the tragic death TRAGIC LOSS Three people arrested after teen boy dies near pub as cops launch urgent murder probe Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THREE people have been arrested after a teenage boy died near a pub. Cops, paramedics, and the air ambulance were called to New Moston in north Manchester at around 5pm today, Greater Manchester Police said. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Three people have been arrested following the death of the teenager in Manchester today Credit: Story Picture Agency 3 Two cordons have been put in place across the New Moston area Credit: Story Picture Agency The force has not said how the teenager died but has launched a murder investigation and arrested three people in connection with the death. Superintendent Marcus Noden said: "This is a distressing and heart-breaking incident where a boy has lost his life. "We are still trying to establish the circumstances around the incident and have a number of scenes in place." Pictures from the scene show a police cordon on Nevin Road in New Moston as well as another at the nearby Fairway Inn pub. Detectives said the boy's family was currently being supported by specialist officers. Cops are currently appealing for information and are asking people who were in the Nevin Road area to come forward. You can report any information to the police through their website or by calling 101, quoting log 2250 of 8/6/25. If you wish to submit information anonymously, you can use the independent charity Crimestoppers to do so. More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
