The August bank holiday is expected to be the busiest weekend this summer for events, and rail strikes are set to impact people's travel plans.

Rail strikes: How it will affect your bank holiday travel plans

M4, M5 and M32 traffic news as the bank holiday sparks delays

Port of Dover Travel said that traffic is currently "processing well" despite a 60-minute wait for cars and coaches.

Queues build at Port of Dover ahead of bank holiday weekend 

A Hampshire factory is working flat-out making coronation flags and bunting to fly at street parties, on cruise ships and at train stations.

Factory workers sew round-the-clock to meet coronation demand

The Basingstoke based AA has issued an amber traffic warning for roads across the country, as millions are expected to get away for the long weekend.

AA issues amber traffic warning ahead of bank holiday weekend getaway

Some passengers at Birmingham Airport shared pictures on social media which appeared to show queues early on Thursday morning.

Travellers hit by 'long queues' for planes and trains during Easter getaway

It is estimated estimated that 16.7 million leisure trips on UK roads are planned between Friday and Monday.

Motorists urged to avoid afternoon driving amid bank holiday getaway rush

Britons flocked to parks, beaches and pub gardens to enjoy the sunshine over the long weekend.

Temperatures hit 24C but Monday expected to be hottest day of the year

Many businesses have been closed for months and are looking ahead to the bank holiday weekend, but they say the pressure is on to remain Covid safe.

Public urged to stick to rules ahead of first bank holiday since lockdown lifted

Hotels and tourist attractions across the region are reporting a mixed picture after the final bank holiday weekend of the summer. It's been a tough year for the industry with much of it closed because of coronavirus from March to July. 

Mixed picture for tourism industry after final bank holiday of the summer

The stark warning has been issued by Devon and Cornwall Police ahead of the bank holiday weekend.

Do not travel to Devon and Cornwall without a holiday booked

Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team received five call outs on Helvellyn over the Bank Holiday Weekend.

Five call outs on Helvellyn over Bank Holiday Weekend

The British weather is living up to its changeable reputation. Sun in March, downpours in April and a freezing start to May.

Bank Holiday Weekend

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