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The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Herald Scotland
Families admit summer plans regularly ruined by unpredictable weather
Over a third of children (38%) prefer to stay indoors on hot, humid, or rainy summer days, with a similar number (35%) beginning to complain about the weather after just a few hours. This growing restlessness is prompting nearly 40% of parents to scramble for last-minute indoor activities to keep the family entertained. All this contributes to what many are calling 'Summer's Vicious Cycle' with 71% complaining its either 'too hot' to go out or 'too boring to stay in'. The research comes as Tenpin unveils its UK's Summer Weather Mood Index, revealing how much Britain's unpredictable weather shapes our mood, plans, and bank balances during the summer holidays. According to the brand's 'state of the nation' research, 24.7°C is our collective boiling point – the temperature when outdoor fun in the UK flips from family joy to uncomfortably 'unfun'. Tenpin has unveiled its UK's Summer Weather Mood Index (Image: Tenpin) Being 'too hot' has officially been named the number one cause of summer holiday mood-killers for UK kids (47%) with almost a third (28%) of parents citing sunburn and heat exhaustion as their biggest worry when planning outdoor activities, with bugs (19%) and hay fever also high on the list. But the heat isn't the only summer holiday gripe, with Tenpin's research revealing the triple threat that can derail the UK summer. The second half of summer marks the point when many parents officially reach the 'end of their tether,' with almost a third (29%) citing the beginning of August as the most stressful time of the holidays. Nearly half (42%) of parents say keeping to a holiday budget is 'very or extremely challenging,' with half of Scottish families admitting it's a constant struggle or it's exhausting (50%). Parents are willing to throw in the towel on outdoor summer plans with just a 58% chance of rain – hardy Scots are more likely to brave it needing a 61% chance forecast, but families in the East of England admit to packing it in at 53%. With the British weather a national obsession, most (58%) of Brits constantly check or hope for the best when checking the forecast. But let's face it, it doesn't always live up to expectations. The same can be said for some of the most hyped and 'popular' summer destinations like theme parks and seaside attractions, with queues and overcrowding also adding to the summer stress. Over half (55%) of parents are completely put off venturing out or admitting they would choose less crowded options altogether, due to the traffic and long waits we've all experienced. The August Bank Holiday – seen by many as the 'last big push for summer fun' – is also Britain's most stressful summer weekend. Two-thirds of families (67%) admit their plans are a weather gamble or 'often ruined.' And while 39% see it as the final chance for summer memories, only 17% say it's the highlight of their holidays, making it Britain's most underrated long weekend. With skies turning on a dime, kids getting restless, and budgets stretched to breaking point, families are looking indoors for guaranteed fun. Graham Blackwell, Tenpin CEO said: 'Every summer, British parents face a perfect storm – unpredictable weather, bored kids, and budgets under strain. Tenpin's Summer Weather Mood Index is a fun way to acknowledge this very real struggle while offering families a guaranteed escape from the elements."
North Wales Live
6 days ago
- Climate
- North Wales Live
Families admit summer plans regularly ruined by UK's unpredictable weather
More than two-thirds of families admit their summer plans are regularly ruined by the UK's unpredictable weather, according to new research. Exactly 67% made the admission, with weather, boredom and budgets revealed to be pushing parents to the edge. Over a third of children (38%) prefer to stay indoors on hot, humid, or rainy summer days, with a similar number (35%) beginning to complain about the weather after just a few hours. This growing restlessness is prompting nearly 40% of parents to scramble for last-minute indoor activities to keep the family entertained. All this contributes to what many are calling 'Summer's Vicious Cycle' with 71% complaining its either 'too hot' to go out or 'too boring to stay in'. The research comes as Tenpin unveils its UK's Summer Weather Mood Index, revealing how much Britain's unpredictable weather shapes our mood, plans, and bank balances during the summer holidays. According to the brand's 'state of the nation' research, 24.7°C is our collective boiling point – the temperature when outdoor fun in the UK flips from family joy to uncomfortably 'unfun'. Being 'too hot' has officially been named the number one cause of summer holiday mood-killers for UK kids (47%) with almost a third (28%) of parents citing sunburn and heat exhaustion as their biggest worry when planning outdoor activities, with bugs (19%) and hay fever also high on the list. But the heat isn't the only summer holiday gripe, with Tenpin's research revealing the triple threat that can derail the UK summer. The second half of summer marks the point when many parents officially reach the 'end of their tether,' with almost a third (29%) citing the beginning of August as the most stressful time of the holidays. Nearly half (42%) of parents say keeping to a holiday budget is 'very or extremely challenging,' with half of Scottish families admitting it's a constant struggle or it's exhausting (50%). Parents are willing to throw in the towel on outdoor summer plans with just a 58% chance of rain – hardy Scots are more likely to brave it needing a 61% chance forecast, but families in the East of England admit to packing it in at 53%. With the British weather a national obsession, most (58%) of Brits constantly check or hope for the best when checking the forecast. But let's face it, it doesn't always live up to expectations. The same can be said for some of the most hyped and 'popular' summer destinations like theme parks and seaside attractions, with queues and overcrowding also adding to the summer stress. Over half (55%) of parents are completely put off venturing out or admitting they would choose less crowded options altogether, due to the traffic and long waits we've all experienced. The August Bank Holiday – seen by many as the 'last big push for summer fun' – is also Britain's most stressful summer weekend. Two-thirds of families (67%) admit their plans are a weather gamble or 'often ruined.' And while 39 % see it as the final chance for summer memories, only 17% say it's the highlight of their holidays, making it Britain's most underrated long weekend. With skies turning on a dime, kids getting restless, and budgets stretched to breaking point, families are looking indoors for guaranteed fun. Graham Blackwell, Tenpin CEO said: 'Every summer, British parents face a perfect storm – unpredictable weather, bored kids, and budgets under strain. Tenpin's Summer Weather Mood Index is a fun way to acknowledge this very real struggle while offering families a guaranteed escape from the elements."
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Climate
- Wales Online
Families admit summer plans regularly ruined by UK's unpredictable weather
Families admit summer plans regularly ruined by UK's unpredictable weather Over a third of children (38%) prefer to stay indoors on hot, humid, or rainy summer days, with a similar number (35%) beginning to complain about the weather after just a few hours Britain's unpredictable weather is notorious (Image: PA) More than two-thirds of families admit their summer plans are regularly ruined by the UK's unpredictable weather, according to new research. Exactly 67% made the admission, with weather, boredom and budgets revealed to be pushing parents to the edge. Over a third of children (38%) prefer to stay indoors on hot, humid, or rainy summer days, with a similar number (35%) beginning to complain about the weather after just a few hours. This growing restlessness is prompting nearly 40% of parents to scramble for last-minute indoor activities to keep the family entertained. All this contributes to what many are calling 'Summer's Vicious Cycle' with 71% complaining its either 'too hot' to go out or 'too boring to stay in'. The research comes as Tenpin unveils its UK's Summer Weather Mood Index, revealing how much Britain's unpredictable weather shapes our mood, plans, and bank balances during the summer holidays. According to the brand's 'state of the nation' research, 24.7°C is our collective boiling point – the temperature when outdoor fun in the UK flips from family joy to uncomfortably 'unfun'. Tenpin has unveiled its UK's Summer Weather Mood Index (Image: Tenpin) Being 'too hot' has officially been named the number one cause of summer holiday mood-killers for UK kids (47%) with almost a third (28%) of parents citing sunburn and heat exhaustion as their biggest worry when planning outdoor activities, with bugs (19%) and hay fever also high on the list. But the heat isn't the only summer holiday gripe, with Tenpin's research revealing the triple threat that can derail the UK summer. The second half of summer marks the point when many parents officially reach the 'end of their tether,' with almost a third (29%) citing the beginning of August as the most stressful time of the holidays. Nearly half (42%) of parents say keeping to a holiday budget is 'very or extremely challenging,' with half of Scottish families admitting it's a constant struggle or it's exhausting (50%). Parents are willing to throw in the towel on outdoor summer plans with just a 58% chance of rain – hardy Scots are more likely to brave it needing a 61% chance forecast, but families in the East of England admit to packing it in at 53%. With the British weather a national obsession, most (58%) of Brits constantly check or hope for the best when checking the forecast. But let's face it, it doesn't always live up to expectations. The same can be said for some of the most hyped and 'popular' summer destinations like theme parks and seaside attractions, with queues and overcrowding also adding to the summer stress. Over half (55%) of parents are completely put off venturing out or admitting they would choose less crowded options altogether, due to the traffic and long waits we've all experienced. The August Bank Holiday – seen by many as the 'last big push for summer fun' – is also Britain's most stressful summer weekend. Two-thirds of families (67%) admit their plans are a weather gamble or 'often ruined.' Article continues below And while 39% see it as the final chance for summer memories, only 17% say it's the highlight of their holidays, making it Britain's most underrated long weekend. With skies turning on a dime, kids getting restless, and budgets stretched to breaking point, families are looking indoors for guaranteed fun. Graham Blackwell, Tenpin CEO said: 'Every summer, British parents face a perfect storm – unpredictable weather, bored kids, and budgets under strain. Tenpin's Summer Weather Mood Index is a fun way to acknowledge this very real struggle while offering families a guaranteed escape from the elements."
Express Tribune
14-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Kohli-backed WBL to roll out next year
The first edition of the World Bowling League (WBL), backed by celebrity cricketer Virat Kohli and baseball star Mookie Betts, will roll out with six franchises competing in iconic locations early next year, league chief Adi K. Mishra told Reuters. The WBL is looking to transform a pastime for millions around the world into a cutting edge, made-for-TV experience via a heady mix of celebrity franchise owners, exotic locations and technological innovation. "It's an incredible sport which just hasn't been structured correctly for the past 50-60 years and everyone just dismisses it as a recreational activity," Mishra, the founder and CEO of sports tech firm League Sports Co, said in a video call from the United States. "We are going to launch with six franchises in the first quarter of next year. It's going to be a team of four — two male and two female bowlers." Mishra did not go into detail about the format but said professional bowlers would compete in the core sport while celebrities would take part in auxiliary events, with teams collecting points throughout the season. With its origins in ancient Egypt, bowling's heyday in the United States was in the 1960s and 70s when every town and suburb had its own alley. Even today, some 200 million people put on flat-soled shoes and take to the lanes every year, including 75 million in the US, Mishra said. The WBL is by no means the first attempt to create a professional circuit in the Tenpin game, and American Don 'Mr Bowling' Carter was the first athlete in any sport to ink a $1 million sponsorship deal back in 1964. What separates the WBL from previous attempts, Mishra says, is its global reach — the league is in the advanced stage of finalising franchises in Japan, South Korea, Singapore and India — and the ambitious vision. "Our first fundamental premise was — how can we take this and make this an aspirational product?" Mishra added. "We want to take two lanes and put them in iconic locations around the world — Hudson Yards in New York, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, a variety of different locations in Dubai and India." Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Betts bought the first announced franchise in May and the WBL pulled off another marketing coup when Kohli came on board as a strategic investor last month. Mishra did not provide financial details of Bett's purchase but said negotiations on the sale of the remaining franchises were in the final stages. The league plans to simplify scoring, gather a host of celebrity and corporate backers, and use ball-tracking and other technology to create a product that works on television and digital platforms. Weaving complimentary programming featuring celebrity bowlers like Betts and Kohli around the core sport would make it an irresistible proposition for broadcasters, said Mishra. "We already have many broadcasters lined up and a lot of them think this sport, the way we've designed it, can fit into their ultra-premium segment. "A lot of them believe they can bring in other influencers and celebrities, who come in and bowl as well. So there's a lot of 'shoulder programming' that you can create with the sport, which is not possible with a lot of other sports." Mishra and Kohli know each other through their joint ownership of a team in the E1 electric powerboat world championship, and the cricketer's fondness for bowling came as a pleasant surprise as the WBL was being in the planning stage. "Over the years, I've met a lot of celebs who happen to be closet bowlers," Mishra said. "We were speaking about various things about the team and it turned out that he has been bowling and watching it since he was 11-12. "That was a big surprise for me and we wanted him to be part of this. Hopefully we'll get him to bowl when he has more time for it."
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Virat Kohli-backed World Bowling League to roll out next year
The World Bowling League will launch early next year. Six franchises will compete in iconic locations. Virat Kohli and Mookie Betts support the league. The league aims to transform bowling into a cutting-edge TV experience. Professional bowlers and celebrities will participate. Franchises are being finalized in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and India. Broadcasters are already showing interest in the league. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads TAILOR-MADE FOR TV Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The first edition of the World Bowling League (WBL), backed by celebrity cricketer Virat Kohli and baseball star Mookie Betts , will roll out with six franchises competing in iconic locations early next year, league chief Adi K. Mishra told WBL is looking to transform a pastime for millions around the world into a cutting edge, made-for-TV experience via a heady mix of celebrity franchise owners, exotic locations and technological innovation."It's an incredible sport which just hasn't been structured correctly for the past 50-60 years and everyone just dismisses it as a recreational activity," Mishra, the founder and CEO of sports tech firm League Sports Co , said in a video call from the United States."We are going to launch with six franchises in the first quarter of next year. It's going to be a team of four - two male and two female bowlers."Mishra did not go into detail about the format but said professional bowlers would compete in the core sport while celebrities would take part in auxiliary events, with teams collecting points throughout the its origins in ancient Egypt, bowling's heyday in the United States was in the 1960s and 70s when every town and suburb had its own today, some 200 million people put on flat-soled shoes and take to the lanes every year, including 75 million in the U.S., Mishra WBL is by no means the first attempt to create a professional circuit in the Tenpin game, and American Don 'Mr Bowling' Carter was the first athlete in any sport to ink a $1 million sponsorship deal back in separates the WBL from previous attempts, Mishra says, is its global reach - the league is in the advanced stage of finalising franchises in Japan, South Korea, Singapore and India - and the ambitious vision."Our first fundamental premise was - how can we take this and make this an aspirational product?" Mishra added."We want to take two lanes and put them in iconic locations around the world - Hudson Yards in New York, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, a variety of different locations in Dubai and India."Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Betts bought the first announced franchise in May and the WBL pulled off another marketing coup when Kohli came on board as a strategic investor last did not provide financial details of Bett's purchase but said negotiations on the sale of the remaining franchises were in the final league plans to simplify scoring, gather a host of celebrity and corporate backers, and use ball-tracking and other technology to create a product that works on television and digital complimentary programming featuring celebrity bowlers like Betts and Kohli around the core sport would make it an irresistible proposition for broadcasters, said Mishra."We already have many broadcasters lined up and a lot of them think this sport, the way we've designed it, can fit into their ultra-premium segment."A lot of them believe they can bring in other influencers and celebrities, who come in and bowl as well. So there's a lot of 'shoulder programming' that you can create with the sport, which is not possible with a lot of other sports."Mishra and Kohli know each other through their joint ownership of a team in the E1 electric powerboat world championship, and the cricketer's fondness for bowling came as a pleasant surprise as the WBL was being in the planning stage."Over the years, I've met a lot of celebs who happen to be closet bowlers," Mishra said."We were speaking about various things about the team and it turned out that he has been bowling and watching it since he was 11-12."That was a big surprise for me and we wanted him to be part of this. Hopefully we'll get him to bowl when he has more time for it."
