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Southport Pier panic as terrifying fire tears through seaside tourist attraction

Britain's oldest iron pier was engulfed in flames on Sunday night as a hut on the pier caught fire. The grade II listed Southport pier was ablaze shortly before midnight, with the fire spreading...

Woman in her 30s dies after being found floating in sea at popular UK beach

A woman in her 30s tragically died after being pulled from the sea in Blackpool on Bank Holiday Monday. Emergency services rushed to the Promenade, opposite the Belvedere Hotel in Blackpool,...

Woman dies after being pulled from the water in famous UK seaside town

A woman has died after being pulled from the water at a famous UK seaside resort, police have confirmed. Officers were called to Blackpool Promenade at around 10am this morning after reports that a...

Soap star shares 'shocking' impact of terrifying health ordeal: 'It's frustrating'

A former soap star has given a glimpse into a terrifying ordeal she experienced earlier this year. Cheryl Fergison, who played Heather Trott on BBC's EastEnders, has opened up about her health woes...

EastEnders star left 'penniless' as she suffers life-changing illness

Former EastEnders star Cheryl Ferguson has shared that she is currently recovering from a stroke in a spate of bad luck. The 59-year-old actress, best known for her role as loveable Heather Trott in...

Real-life Cinderella' leaves prom in tears after 'bully tears dress to pieces

A young girl, dubbed a 'real-life Cinderella', was left in tears after her school prom turned into a nightmare when "bullies tore her dress to pieces'".Jessica Robinson, 11, was attending her primary...

Major supermarket makes huge shakeup with new bakeries to rival Greggs and Pret

A major UK supermarket has announced a massive change, hoping to take on chains like Greggs and Pret. Asda has launched its “bake on the shop floor” model, baking in-house at Asda Express...

Best seaside towns in England and Wales of 2025 named — find out if yours is on the list

If you're seeking the ultimate sunny seaside getaway, you'll want nothing but the best. To determine the absolute 'best' among England and Wales' numerous coastal towns, we've delved into the data.We...

Lancashire seaside town hits back at list branding it one of the worst in UK

Residents in a seaside town ranked amongst Britain's worst have fought back against the critics.They have championed their home, branding it a "traditional" coastal resort boasting a stunning beach...

UK's 'dirtiest' beach named — it's filled with 'human faeces and broken glass'

A trip to the beach is a popular activity during the summer holidays in the UK. However, some beaches are not living up to expectations, with visitors complaining about littering issues.New findings...

The posh UK seaside town locals warn is becoming a hotspot for beggars

St Annes in Lancashire, with its pristine high street and chic boutiques, has become an attractive spot for beggars. Police have raised concerns that professional beggars are flocking to affluent...

The UK seaside city named one of the cheapest city breaks in Europe

Blackpool has been named one of the most affordable destinations in Europe, according to new research that pits the UK’s favourite seaside resorts against some of the continent’s biggest holiday...

Red Arrows flypast this weekend – full list of airshows + where you can see them in August

Britain’s beloved Red Arrows are set to dominate the skies this August, bringing their world-class aerobatic displays and precision flypasts to towns and cities across the United Kingdom.From...

The real reason weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong

The real reason weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong6 hours agoCarol KirkwoodLead weather forecasterBBCSometimes I'll be walking around a supermarket, and a shopper will...

Drugs gang brought down after parrot started repeating incriminating 3 words

A parrot named Mango became an unlikely hero in the fight against crime when he started using drug-related slang that helped jail a Blackpool drug ring for more than 103 years. The criminal operation...