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The Sun
3 days ago
- Climate
- The Sun
UK weather: Hundreds of Brits head to beaches & parks as temps hit 26C – but it won't last for long
SUN-SOAKED Brits have spent the weekend basking in the 26C heat with hundreds flocking down to the beach. UK temperatures soared on Saturday to officially cement this year as the sunniest spring on record - but the weather won't stay around for long. 9 9 9 9 Heathrow in west London peaked at 26.7C which was about 8C hotter than the average in the area for the time of year. The scorching heat also brought with it very high levels of grass pollen in the South East. The final day of May topped off a hot few months in the UK with provisional figures from the Met Office showing 630 hours of sunshine were clocked up between March 1 and May 27. Met Office meteorologist Tom Morgan said: "It's the last day of meteorological spring today but it'll actually feel more like midsummer for some southern and eastern areas. "It's fairly warm in that sunshine, particularly across more eastern and south-eastern parts of the UK, with temperatures in the mid 20s." As pub gardens and parks filled up, another bustling venue full of sun-loving Brits York racecourse. Racegoers were determined to make the most of the good weather and were aiming to top up their tans while watching the horses. Many had talked up the "Iberian heat" across the week. The Met Office said the jet stream, which is coming up from the Atlantic Ocean, will allow warm air to be drawn up from the Iberian Peninsula, carrying it to the UK. This led to the above-average temperatures in many parts of Britain. 9 9 But Sunday showers are set to rain on the weather's parade. Mr Morgan said it is already looking like a "different story" in the North West of England with people experiencing cooler and more showery weather. This is expected to spread across much of Britain on Sunday. He said: "Further showers and longer spells of rain across the north of the UK and feeling much fresher for all of us by tomorrow. "Generally a fine start for many parts of England and Wales, a mixture of clouds and sunny spells overall though it will be a breezier day tomorrow and generally a bit cloudier too. "So the cloud bubbling up through the morning, further showers and longer spells of rain pushing eastwards across Northern Ireland and Scotland, the odd rumble of thunder here and there. "Showers breaking out quite widely across northern England, Wales, the Midlands and the South West as well, but some places will stay dry, particularly across the South East of England." It all comes less than a week after Brits were soaked in a . Temperatures dropped to as low as -5C in some regions. Thunderstorms hit across the UK, with one area - in and around the River Mimram in Hertfordshire - being issued with a flood alert. 9 9
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
And they're off! Glamorous revellers enjoy the warm weather as the racing season kicks off in York
Glamorous racegoers stepped into the weekend in style as they descended on York racecourse for the May Spring Meeting today. The warm weather and blue skies were a welcome sight as groups of friends arrived for the William Hill Brontë Cup - the first Saturday of the season at York Racecourse. And racegoers were dressed to stave off the heat in short skirts and billowing dresses, most opting for pastel shades of pink, blue and yellow. Others opted for more traditional attire, in floral prints - with many still deciding to don a chic fascinator, as you would expect on any race weekend. The May Spring Meeting - held on Saturday - was described as a race enthusiast's 'first chance to combine York Races with your weekend' this summer. York Racecourse said: 'The first Saturday of the season offers the chance to a few to enjoy some fresh air and the open spaces that form part of a day at the Races. 'The day is set to feature the Group 3 William Hill Brontë Cup. There is betting excitement aplenty, notably in the valuable Sprint.' Those in attendance will also be treated to a Taylor Swift tribute act - Taylored Swift. 'After racing tribute act, Taylored Swift, will be performing on our "tribute" stage located at the Knavesmire Stand end of the Bustardthorpe Lawn,' the website explains. 'The music will not be played through the main PA system, so get down to the stage for the best experience.' Racegoers were clearly eager to kick off the season, with dozens seen arriving early at the much-acclaimed racecourse in North Yorkshire. Groups of friends held on to their hats as the wind kicked in, with one trio all wearing pastel colours and chic, matching headwear. Another woman dressed in a deep red gown was spotted adjusting her heels as she walked into the grounds, preparing for a busy day at the York Racecourse. The men were equally as stylish, largely opting for lighter coloured jackets and colourful ties. There were also plenty of sunglasses on display, as the sun made an appearance for the start of the warmer months in the UK.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Glamorous racegoers make the most of the hot weather in colourful mini dresses and eye-catching hats at York races
WITH the sun shining across the UK today, racegoers were determined to make the most of the good weather in York. Aiming to top up their tans, guests arrived in an array of mini dresses with plenty of leg on display as they arrived at York racecourse. 9 9 9 9 9 But while the hemlines might be mini the headgear certainly wasn't with sky-high millinery the order of the day. Brightly coloured hats, headbands and fascinators topped the heads of almost every lady in attendance today. While many have chosen to opt for a shorter dress, full ball gowns could also be seen peppering the crowds. And what better way to keep your hem from trailing than with a pair of killer heels with plenty on show today. The May Spring Meeting at the famous racecourse will see the William Hill Bronte Cup be fought for alongside £90,000 in prize money. Guests could be seen arriving in high spirits for a day of racing in the sun with their friends and family. And they certainly have gone all out with their wardrobe choices, with eye catching prints and elegant tayloring littering the racecourse. The exciting festival has no set dress code, but the website states that the day is 'special' and guests choose to 'dress accordingly.' It adds: "While the only formal dress code at York (within the bounds of decency) is that in the County Stand gentlemen (and those identifying as such) are required to wear a jacket, collared shirt and tie, many racegoers like to dress up and step out in style for a day at York Racecourse." And this was certainly the case today with dapper gentlemen on the arms of the glanmorous ladies. 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Place your FIRST bet on any sportsbook market and if it loses we will refund your stake in CASH. Max refund for this offer is £20. Only deposits made using Cards or Apple Pay will qualify for this promotion. T&Cs apply. Paddy's Rewards Club: Get a £10 free bet when you place 5x bets of £10+. T&Cs apply. 18+ Sky Bet: 18+NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY. FIRST SINGLE & E/W BET ONLY ODDS OF 1/1 OR GREATER. 3 X £10 BET TOKENS. FREE BET STAKES NOT INCLUDED IN RETURNS. FREE BETS ONLY REDEEMABLE ON HORSE RACING. FREE BETS ARE NON WITHDRAWABLE. NO FREE BET EXPIRY. ELIGIBILITY RESTRICTIONS AND FURTHER T&CS APPLY. 18+ 9 9 "There is no formal dress code for ladies (and those identifying as such), however most choose to dress up for a day at the races - think wedding guest attire," the website says of women's dress. "Lots of female racegoer do like to wear dresses, high heeled shoes together with hats or fascinators, however it's most important that you feel comfortable and enjoy your day!" 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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Record prize money up for grabs as new season kicks off at York Racecourse
Record prize money up for grabs as new season kicks off at York Racecourse THREE days of action will kick off the 2025 season at York Racecourse next week. The Dante Festival starts on Wednesday 14 May with record prize money of more than £1.5m. It is the first of 14 dates - also Premier Racedays - at the venue, which was named Racecourse of the Year 2024 by the Racecourse Association Showcase judges. It will set the tone for a record investment across the season of more than £12m in prize money. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement The Dante Festival will see a record amount of prize money up for grabs. Image: Supplied This will be the first Dante Festival when racegoers visiting the Grandstand and Paddock will have use of the award-winning Bustardthorpe End Development. The multi-million-pound upgrade was opened last August by The Queen in her capacity as Royal Patron to the track. Racegoers can also enjoy the Roberto Village Bar, the Churchill Tyres Lawn & Canopy, both a Fish 'n' Chip Shop and chicken griddle, as well as improved Theakston Bar. Nine new canopies have also been installed on the Champagne Lawn, complete with PA speakers and heaters. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement A new equine statue standing at 18 hands by acclaimed sculptor Freddie McAlpine will greet racegoers as they arrive, while the flower wall which forms the backdrop of scores of photos and selfies will literally take on a fresh look as real flowers from the course's own greenhouses. Continuing the refreshed look, a Guinness Bar and a Prosecco one in the Roberto Lawn area have both had a makeover alongside a pink gin and cocktail bar. New racing season kicks off at York Racecourse on Wednesday 14th May (Image: Image: Hannah Ali)Competition is set to be fierce for the Top Trainer Trophy with a cash prize of £2,500 for the winning stable, alongside a complimentary Christmas Party and a fine pair of shoes. Riders will also battle for the Top Jockey Trophy as well as £2,500, which last year's winner donated to Macmillan. All 125 contests will offer at least £100 to the groom responsible for the best turned out horse. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement Complimentary behind-the-scenes guided tours will continue before racing and minibus trips to the start for racegoers. These will be led by former professional jockey and winner of the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Robert Earnshaw, to help explain the sport and get racegoers closer to the action. Three days of action from Wednesday 14th May will start the new racing season at York Racecourse Image: Hannah AliOn most days of the season, racegoers will also get a chance to meet the equine ambassador to the Knavesmire, Remy. Now 16, the retired racehorse will be better known to fans of the sport as Goldream, the dual Group One winning sprinter for Robert Cowell. He will showcase the work of New Beginnings, a local charity that helps horses with new careers once their racing days have ended. A team from Racing Welfare will be on course as the Dante Festival marks Mental Health Awareness Week.
