Tag Archives: Winter

More cattle egrets have been spotted at a wetland nature reserve than ever before. Experts used a thermal imaging camera to count the small, white herons – renowned for their close relationship with grazing animals such as cows, sheep and horses – as they gathered to roost at Martin Mere …

It’s still too early to know for sure. The festive forecast will become much clearer about five days before Christmas, so keep an eye on the BBC Weather app or website for the latest updates. You can also read our thoughts further ahead in our monthly outlook. Forecasting snow in …

A food charity helping people in deprived areas across Surrey and Sussex says this winter could be the toughest yet for its users. FareShare Sussex & Surrey provides food parcels, supports community pantries, and cooks hot meals in group and residential settings for those in need. The charity says a …

A five-year-old girl has conquered Britain’s highest mountain in challenging wintry conditions “to help raise pennies for the girls and boys who need help”. Faye Moffat, from Prestonpans in East Lothian, accompanied her dad Craig on the arduous ascent of Ben Nevis. She pushed through a blizzard to reach the …

A charity is giving away blankets and duvets to residents this winter after experiencing a “massive influx” of donations. Diamond Hampers, of Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, said it had accumulated a surplus of supplies despite already distributing goods to local homeless shelters and families. The charity, which provides food aid and …

Jude Winter,East Midlands and Megan Bourne,Nottingham 101 Pianos Organisers planned for 101 pianos to be played simultaneously, but increased the number to 111 due to demand Pianists have performed simultaneously on 111 pianos for a fundraising event in Nottinghamshire. A group of 135 musicians played in unison at Sherwood Phoenix …

Jonny ManningNorth East and Cumbria Sunderland City Council The pun-tastic names are being displayed on Sunderland City Council’s gritters Gritney Spears and Spready Mercury will be keeping drivers safe this winter during icy conditions. The musically-inspired pair are among a dozen road gritters given new names by children from across …

Bath signed off from their Prem Rugby Cup campaign in style, overcoming a listless Sale Sharks 20-0 at the Recreation Ground while also denying the visitors a home semi-final. The hosts showed intent from the first whistle, Dan Frost scoring within the first five minutes following a set of powerful …

A hamstring injury saw Weston miss a pre-season training camp in Norway. “I’m not able to push at anywhere near my usual pace but I feel like I’ve really clicked with the track and that showed,” said Weston. “To start 24th and then 18th but still get the win proves …

Jude Winter and Asha Patel,East Midlands Leicester Media Online Emergency services attended house fires in Holywell Avenue, Prestop Drive and Clifton Drive – within 14 minutes of each other Police have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder after three “linked” house fires in the same town in Leicestershire. …

Phil Parkinson says Wrexham “are always looking” when it comes to recruiting new players but he does not anticipate making “too many changes” to his squad in January. Having made 13 signings after securing promotion from League One last season, the Red Dragons have made a solid start to life …

Kevin PeacheyCost of living correspondent Getty Images Regulator Ofgem will announce the next energy price cap later on Friday, with prices for millions of households expected to fall slightly at the height of winter. Gas and electricity bills remain relatively high, and the sudden drop in temperature has brought the …

England fast bowler Jofra Archer has signed a one-year contract extension with Sussex. The 30-year-old has suffered a series of long-term injuries in the past six years but has recovered to take his place in England’s squad for the Ashes tour of Australia this winter. Archer has played his entire …

A second arrest has been made over a “machete confrontation” near Nottingham’s annual Winter Wonderland event. Nottinghamshire Police said it was reported four youths on two e-bikes confronted another group of young people, who were on foot, with two of the e-bike riders in possession of machetes at about 18:15 …

Holly Harrison and Jessica Johnson Shon Rees A Crymych councillor helped a lorry stuck in snow on Thursday morning Some schools have shut as wintry showers are expected to continue across parts of Wales this morning, and snow and ice likely to cause disruption. The Met Office has issued a …

Bus drivers working in south and west Wales have suspended plans for a continuous two-month strike while members vote on a new pay offer. The action by First Cymru drivers had been planned because of anger over low pay and because the company was attempting to withhold back-pay, said the …

Chris Downer / Geograph Ice skating has been a festive feature in Lower Gardens for more than a decade Councillors are being asked to refuse planning permission for a temporary ice rink that has been open for almost a week. SKATE Bournemouth opened the rink in Bournemouth’s Lower Gardens on …

Neck guards have previously been optional in Olympic competition, while in other competitions around the world they are not required. While the guards are compulsory at youth international level, having to wear the guards will be a new experience at elite level for some of the world’s best players. The …

Nottinghamshire Police Nottinghamshire Police has released images of a number of people it wants to identify Police have issued an appeal for information after machete-wielding youths riding on e-bikes in Nottingham city centre confronted another group of young people “in view of families with children”. Nottinghamshire Police said it was …

Forty organisations across Hull are being given funding to provide Warm Spaces during the winter. Venues include community centres, church halls, youth centres and libraries. They will open to provide warmth and other support to people struggling with energy bills with some offering social activities. Some centres will offer guidance …