With so many natural spectacles packed into the U.S., planning sightseeing trips can be a conundrum — the choice is bewildering.
With this in mind, we’ve assembled a list of 10 must-visit-at-least-once landscapes that should be inked into your bucket list. These are places that have mesmerized tourists, stolen scenes in Hollywood movies and adorned millions of postcards — wild America at its most theatrical.
Our round-up includes a canyon in Arizona so vast that storms sometimes form inside it, a geothermal wonderland in Wyoming containing half the world’s geysers, a waterfall in New York that will leave you awe-struck (even if it does seem familiar) and a valley in California that’s home to some of the world’s most famous cliff faces.
Alaska claims two entries, thanks to an epic glacier and an extremely lofty mountain, while Oregon makes the cut thanks to a lake that’s surreally beautiful.
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In Hawaii, there’s the coastline that wowed Steven Spielberg and a bizarre monolithic rock that caught his attention in Wyoming.
In New Mexico is a jaw-dropping desert that looks like it’s covered in snow.
1. Grand Canyon, Arizona
The Grand Canyon is one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and so deep it has its own weather systems (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
While there’s a postcard familiarity about the Grand Canyon, nothing beats experiencing the humbling majesty of the chasm in real life.
Carved by the Colorado River over millions of years (with rocks as old as two billion years old), the gorge, an uncontested entry on the seven natural wonders of the world list, has an immensity that’s almost difficult to comprehend.
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A mile deep and up to 18 miles wide, and stretching for 277 miles, it’s one of Earth’s most jaw-dropping landscapes, and so huge that storms sometimes form within it.
The South Rim offers one of the best ways to experience the Grand Canyon. It’s open year-round and is where you’ll find viewpoints such as Mather Point or Yavapai Observation Station. The canyon is also a popular day trip from Las Vegas by helicopter.
Great place to stay: El Tovar Hotel (rooms from $270) is set directly on the canyon rim and is imbued with historic charm. It was built in 1905 as a cross between a Swiss chalet and a Norwegian Villa.
2. Yellowstone’s geothermal drama — Wyoming/Montana/Idaho
Old Faithful, which shoots hot water around 180 feet into the air, is one of around 500-700 geysers in Yellowstone National Park (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Thanks to a vast supervolcano lurking beneath the surface and heating the groundwater, Yellowstone National Park — which spans Wyoming, Montana and Idaho — is a geothermal adventure land, with around 10,000 hydrothermal features making it seem as if the land itself is breathing.
The 3,472-square-mile park features brightly colored hot springs, mud pots, travertine terraces and between 500 and 700 geysers (roughly half of the world’s total).
The most famous of these is Old Faithful in Wyoming, which blasts water up to 180 feet in the air around 20 times a day.
One of the best ways to view the park’s theatrics is to walk the boardwalks around Wyoming’s Upper Geyser Basin, home to Old Faithful and around 150 other geysers.
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Great place to stay:Old Faithful Inn (rooms from $205, open May to October) oozes rustic simplicity — there’s no wifi or air conditioning, for example. But on the plus side, you’re within walking distance of the world’s most famous geyser.
Niagara Falls is a sight and sound you’ll never forget. Pictured is the epic Horseshoe Falls, which straddles the U.S./Canadia border. Goat Island, on the U.S. side, can be seen on the far left (Getty Images)
Around one million bathtubs of water pour over the edge of Niagara Falls every minute during peak flow. It’s a sight — and a thundering sound — that you’ll never forget.
Niagara comprises three waterfalls — the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, which are both in the U.S., and the vast Horseshoe Falls, which straddles the U.S./Canadian border.
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The best way to experience the spectacle from the U.S. side is from the close-up viewpoints on Goat Island, which sits with the American and Bridal falls on one side, and the Horseshoe Falls on the other.
For perhaps the most awe-inspiring encounter, board the Maid of the Mist electric boat tour, which will take you right into the mist of the falls.
Great place to stay:The Giacomo is set in a restored Art Deco tower just minutes by foot from Niagara Falls State Park and the bridge to Goat Island.
This Yosemite Valley image was taken from Tunnel View, with El Capitan on the left, Half Dome in the distance (center) and Bridalveil Fall on the right (Getty Images)
Few would argue that Yosemite Valley delivers some of the USA’s most iconic scenery.
Within this seven-mile-long glacial valley, which sits within Yosemite National Park, monolithic El Capitan (3,000 feet) and Half Dome (4,700 feet) rise dramatically from the valley floor, and Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America, cascades 2,425 feet down a vast cliff face into Yosemite Creek.
One of the most breathtaking places to drink in the valley’s majesty is Tunnel View, just outside the Wawona Tunnel on State Highway 41.
It’s a vista made famous by the work of legendary photographer Ansel Adams, from where you can see El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall.
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Great place to stay:Yosemite Valley Lodge (rooms from $350) is in the heart of the valley, close to Yosemite Falls.
Denali, as seen from Reflection Pond in Denali National Park (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Denali (formerly Mount McKinley) is North America’s highest peak at 20,310 feet — but also one of the world’s great vertical ascents: from base to summit, the Alaskan behemoth measures 18,000 feet.
It’s a sight to behold, though famously elusive, with clouds often cloaking the summit.
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The mighty mountain sits around 90 miles from the entrance to Denali National Park and Preserve, which is near the small town of Denali Park on the eastern edge.
As private cars are banned beyond the 15-mile mark, better views of Denali are offered by Denali National Park bus tours, which venture further in and feature a trained naturalist who both drives and provides narration.
Great place to stay:Grande Denali Lodge (rooms from $280) is about 1.5 miles from the park entrance and offers sweeping mountain views.
Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the U.S. — and has some of the clearest water in the world (Getty Images)
Behold America’s deepest, and most surreal, lake.
Crater Lake fills the caldera of a mammoth volcano that collapsed 7,700 years ago, and plunges to a depth of 1,943 feet. And the dazzling water is among the clearest on Earth. With no rivers in or out, it’s topped up only by rain and snow.
Adding to the otherworldly vibe is Wizard Island, a lone volcanic cinder cone at the west end that rises to 755 feet.
You’ll get the best photographs from the 33-mile road that loops the caldera, but taking to the water on a boat tour is also a must.
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Great place to stay:Crater Lake Lodge (rooms from $280) is perched dramatically on the rim of the caldera, with showstopping views as standard.
The Na Pali Coast — so dramatic it was used as a filming location in Jurassic Park (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
It’s no exaggeration to say that this landscape is truly cinematic — after all, it has the stamp of approval from Steven Spielberg.
The director used the serrated emerald cliffs of the Na Pali Coast as a stand-in for “Isla Nublar” in Jurassic Park.
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In the movie, we see a helicopter carrying Dr. John Hammond and guests flying towards the shoreline’s seemingly razor-sharp ridges — this part of the coastline is so steep that road-building is completely thwarted. A fact that’s helped to preserve its lush, primeval look.
A helicopter tour is the gold-standard way to see the cliffs, but you’ll also get a great view from the water. Ground-level views are available via the Kalalau Trail.
Great place to stay:Hanalei Colony Resort (rooms from $350) is set by the beach, just minutes from the Na Pali Coast.
Devils Tower gives one section of rural Wyoming a startling look (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Devils Tower is one of America’s most startling natural sights, an 867 foot-high rock monolith in a rural area near the Black Hills of Wyoming that will stop you in your tracks.
The formation, created around 50 million years ago when molten rock erupted from below and cooled into distinctive hexagonal columns, has long attracted tourists — it became America’s first national monument in 1906. However, most will know it from Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind, where it was used to striking effect as the point on Earth where aliens want to make contact with the human race.
For eye-popping up-close views, there’s a 1.3-mile trail that loops the base. Want to see what the view from the top is like? There are around 200 routes — but you’ll need to be an expert climber.
Great place to stay:Devils Tower Lodge (rooms from $200 per night) is just a few minutes from the monument’s base.
Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska is not just breathtaking, but easily accessible (Getty Images)
Mendenhall Glacier is vast — around 27 billion tons of ice stretching 13 miles from the mountainous Juneau Icefield to a lake dotted with icebergs. And it’s on the tourist trail, remarkable for being so easily accessible.
While many glacier visits require plane, helicopter or boat trips, followed by adventurous climbing, Mendenhall is an easy 12-mile drive from nearby Juneau city. Once there, tame trails lead to viewpoints with breathtaking vistas. You can even take to the water — guided kayak tours offer the chance to paddle among the icebergs.
There’s also the bonus of Nugget Falls, which plunges into the lake from a height of 377 feet, and the chance to spot wildlife, including black bears and eagles.
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Incorporate the Visitor Center into your visit to learn about the glacier’s dramatic retreat since the 18th century.
White Sands National Park is 275 square miles of ‘snowy’ sand (Getty Images)
Snow in the desert? At White Sands National Park, you’d be forgiven for thinking so.
The park, which sits within the northern part of the Chihuahuan Desert, is 275 square miles of brilliant white powdery gypsum sand, and looks for all the world like an Arctic landscape.
However, in the summer you can expect highs of 100F. Remarkably, because gypsum doesn’t absorb heat very efficiently, it’s possible to walk barefoot across the dunes even in strong sunshine.
The Dunes Drive loop, which begins just beyond the main park entrance off U.S. Route 70, between Las Cruces and Alamogordo, is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the spectacle, especially at sunset. It’s a paved route, and there are several parking areas from which you can step directly onto the snowy grains.
Great place to stay: Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces (rooms from $180) is around one-hour’s drive southwest of the park.
The reality TV star and Kiss breakfast show host surprised Soccer Aid viewers during her England debut
Soccer Aid fans said Love Island star Chloe Burrows was ‘robbed’ after delivering the ‘best ball of the match’. The star-studded football match returned for 2026 on ITV on Sunday (May 31) with footballing legends and celebrities joining together to raise money for UNICEF.
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The game sees England take on a World XI, with both teams aiming to lift the trophy. World XI won last year, reclaiming the title back from England after the team’s sixth win in the last seven years.
Playing for England this year were former professionals Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe, Jill Scott and Jack Wilshere, who were joined by celebrities such as Tom Hiddleston, GK Barry Danny Dyer, Jack Whitewall, Olly Murs, Chloe Burrows and Joe Marler.
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Jordi Alba, Leonardo Bonucci, Dimitar Berbatov and Nemanja Matic played for the Rest of the World XI, joined by the likes of Nicky Byrne, Dermot Kennedy and Nitro (Harry Aikines-Aryeetey) from Gladiators.
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The World XI team looked set to equalise at the last minute, but Lukas Podolski opted to square the ball instead of take a shot at Joe Marler. Not long after, the referee blew the whistle to signify the end of the match and England were victorious. The final score was England 3-2 World XI.
For the second year in a row, Angry Ginge was handed the man of the match award. The YouTuber has put in another impressive display, playing the full match and making one crucial clearance of the line earlier in the game.
More than £16million has been raised for UNICEF this evening, taking the historic total from the event to around £137million.
But viewers appeared to be impressed by Chloe Burrows, who came on in the second half. Chloe rose to fame on the seventh series of Love Island in 2021, and now has her own podcast Chloe vs The World and co-presents the Kiss breakfast show alongside Tyler West.
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The Love Island and Celebs Go Dating star exclusively told Mirror that she played at semi-pro level ahead of making her debut at Soccer Aid for England.
Impressed by her play, Soccer Aid fans took to X as @kiyburkeera said: “Chloe burrows I wasn’t familiar with your game fair play c money !!!,” as @Si_23Q said: “Chloe Burrows robbed of a superb assist #SoccerAid.”
@svnxvx wrote: “All the talent on the pitch and Chloe Burrows played the best ball of the entire match. Shame it fell to Theo Walcott #SoccerAid.”
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@Larsson_Maeda said: “Chloe Burrows should’ve had assist of the match, Theo Walcott finishing is atrocious #SoccerAid.”
@LJ1862 wrote: “Chloe Burrows putting Kouhyar to shame tonight #socceraid,” as @occfox added: “Chloe Burrows has got a kick on her you know fair play- me with minimal ball knowledge #socceraid.”
@iGeorgiaWalton also said: “What a knock that was from Chloe Burrows #socceraid,” as @Makka_pakz added: “Chloe Burrows pinging a ball to Theo Walcott was not on my 2026 bingo card #socceraid.”
@Siiel12 also wrote: “Chloe Burrows came on and said ‘what am I doing?’ then made that outrageous pass #socceraid,” as @gbenson77 echoed: “Can we all just appreciate that through ball by Chloe Burrows #socceraid.”
According to new analysis by Rightmove, these towns still have relatively affordable homes compared to many other areas.
Peterlee took the top spot as the cheapest seaside town, with average asking prices of £120,657, while Seaham secured the tenth place in the list with an average price of £157,994.
These figures are well below the UK’s May average market price of £378,304, suggesting that coastal living remains affordable in several parts of the country.
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Rightmove’s analysis looked at around 100 seaside towns across Britain, and found that coastal towns still offered better value for money than other parts of the country.
Here are the top 10 cheapest seaside towns in Britain, with the average asking price:
1. Peterlee, County Durham, £120,657
2. Grimsby, Lincolnshire, £133,706
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3. Ashington, Northumberland, £133,775
4. Bootle, Merseyside, £141,680
5. Blackpool, Lancashire, £142,277
6. Fleetwood, Lancashire, £147,910
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7. Birkenhead, Merseyside, £148,942
8. Workington, Cumbria, £155,013
9. Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland, £157,754
10. Seaham, County Durham, £157,994
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In other parts of the analysis, seaside towns in Merseyside and Wales were named as coastal hotspots where house prices are rising the fastest, outpacing the wider UK market.
Bootle in Merseyside topped the chart with an 11 per cent increase in average asking prices, yet remained below the national average at £141,680.
Properties in Sandbanks, Poole commanded the highest average price tag at £1.12 million.
Rightmove’s property expert, Colleen Babcock, said: “The fastest-growing seaside markets this year show that demand for coastal homes remains resilient, even as overall price growth across the UK stays more modest.
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“While some locations are seeing strong price increases, there are still many areas where living by the sea is more affordable, giving buyers a wider range of options depending on their budget.
“We’re also seeing that homes priced realistically continue to attract interest, particularly in locations where price growth is being supported by buyer demand.”
Katie Price previously hit out at her daughter’s reality show The Princess Diaries (Picture: Getty Images)
Katie Price is set to appear on her daughter Princess Andre’s ITV2 series despite previously being ‘banned’.
The former glamour model, 48, previously hit out at Princess’ reality show and claimed that she is considered ‘trash’ who ruined her daughter’s brand.
Speaking to her sister Sophie Price on her podcast, The Katie Price Show, Katie alleged that she was deliberately cut out because it wasn’t a good look for the budding beauty influencer.
This came before a TV insider claimed that Princess was left ‘genuinely’ upset by her mum’s feud with dad Peter Andre, as it ‘ruined’ The Princess Diaries.
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Now, however, Katie is said to have filmed scenes with her 18-year-old daughter this week as it shoots its third season.
‘Princess loves her mum, regardless of what is going on. Katie filmed with Princess on Friday,’ a source told the Daily Mail this weekend.
A source claimed that Princess and Katie were seen filming together (Picture: Getty)
‘Other family members are featured in her show, so why shouldn’t Katie be allowed?’
Discussing her absence from the series, Katie previously said: ‘I want the best for Junior and Princess, and I would never get in the way of it.
‘Princess is taking that same path, trying to do the same as what I’ve done, which I absolutely love and adore [about] Princess.
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‘But I have not been allowed to go on any photoshoot, no signings or Superdrug openings or anything like that. Why? Because I’m not allowed and I’m not welcome.
‘And it puts Princess in a situation because I don’t want her to feel she has to choose between me and her work because I want her to do well.’
The Princess Diaries, which charts the teen’s endeavours and family life, has been a hit with audiences after becoming ITV2’s biggest launch outside of Love Island and Big Brother. It also appeared on the long list for the NTAs this year.
Princess has so far received glowing praise for her reality series (Picture: Princess Andre)
Princess lives with (L-R) Emily Andre, Peter Andre, and her brother Junior Andre (Picture: Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Katie added that it was her ex-husband and his management team who were stopping her involvement. Led by Claire Powell, CAN Associates also used to manage Katie.
‘Unfortunately, the management team and Pete won’t allow me to be near here. They have made it clear: they won’t allow Princess to do photoshoots with me, they won’t allow me to go to any events with Princess – because they think I am trash, basically.
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‘Now, everyone knows she’s my daughter. So what difference does it make? Like if it wasn’t for me or Pete, Princess and Junior wouldn’t be known anyway. And I find it an insult, as I’ve been in the industry for 30 years.’
Fortunately for Princess and older brother Junior, their parents have called a truce now, which even led to Katie featuring via phone calls in the second series of Princess’ show.
Releasing an unexpected joint statement after years of mudslinging in the press after divorcing in 2009, they said in February this year: ‘Katie Price and Peter Andre have decided to close the door on the past and move forward into a new chapter with positivity and respect.
‘We are both focused on creating a calm and supportive environment for our children. We have reached a mutual agreement, both legally and personally confirming that neither of us will speak negatively about the other going forward.’
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Katie and Peter were married from 2005 to 2009 (Picture: Ken McKay/REX/Shutterstock)
They added: ‘We want to stand united for our children. We are hoping this is the start of a positive relationship. We ask for understanding and support from both the media and the public as we move ahead.’
While pop star Peter has been married to NHS doctor, 36, since 2015. Katie is now famously married for the fourth time to Lee Andrews.
Their romance has made countless headlines since they met in January, with Katie being warned to ‘run’ from the so-called millionaire businessman after the truth over his disappearance emerged.
On Wednesday, Katie revealed that Lee was holed up in a Dubai prison and claimed he was being held on espionage charges after nearly two weeks of no contact from him.
However, this has been disputed, with other reports suggesting he had to pay a four-figure fine after being detained over a ‘private civil matter’.
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The Princess Diaries series 2 is available to watch on ITVX.
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Rogan summed up the thoughts of recent podcast guest Scott Horton, an author and anti-war activist, who argued that Israeli interests dragged the US into the conflict.
“Essentially, this is Israel wanting us to go to this war,” said Rogan, adding that the take “makes sense.”
The Joe Rogan Experience host said he doesn’t support the war and its lack of an exit strategy after the US spent 20 years and trillions of taxpayer dollars in Afghanistan, only for Williams to ask if Rogan doesn’t “like the concept that Iran can’t have nuclear weapons.”
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Williams, a Canadian-American actor best known for his roles in “Dumb and Dumber” and “Half Baked,” argued Trump’s war on Iran, ostensibly intended to prevent Iran from having nuclear weapons, is a more “positive agenda” than targeting Taliban-linked Afghans growing opium.
“That’s true if it made sense,” Rogan countered on Friday. “The problem is, I had Scott Horton on the podcast explaining what is actually involved in making depleted uranium, and making it weapons-grade, and what would have to be done in order to get it to a bomb level … It’s very difficult. It’s not as simple, and they weren’t nearly capable of doing that.”
“Not nearly, but pursuing,” Williams countered.
Rogan also said he understands why Israel would want war with Iran. If Mexico were building a nuclear weapon next door to America and was “constantly in conflict” with the US, Rogan said, “that would be a good reason” for America to “want to go fuck up” Mexico.
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“Like, ‘Hey, you can’t have a nuclear bomb,’” said Rogan.
“This is Israel’s position, and Israel is right there with Iran, they’re close enough to throw missiles at each other. I get why they want it,” he continued. “I don’t know if it’s a good thing for America. And I don’t know if there’s a way out of it.”
Rogan noted earlier in the show that he likes it when Trump does “wild shit” like organizing an Ultimate Fighting Championship event on the White House South Lawn. He endorsed Trump in the 2024 election, but has also split with him and his administration on a number of issues.
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There will be chances of thundery showers in Manchester throughout the week
Greater Manchester is expected to face a week of rain and potential thunderstorms in a sudden shift following the recent heatwave.
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Forecasters have predicted ‘thundery showers’ and periods of heavy rain this coming week across the region, with the weather to take a sudden turn into Monday (June 1).
The Met Office said on Sunday that the thunderstorms and heavy downpours are due to hit much of the UK in a ‘big change’ in conditions after the end of the heatwave, which saw temperatures hit record-breaking levels.
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The change in conditions come after the UK baked earlier this week, with 35.1C measured in Kew Gardens, west London, and 32.9C recorded at Cardiff’s Bute Park, on Tuesday.
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In Manchester, according to BBC Weather, there will be chances of ‘thundery showers’ every day from Monday to Thursday. Temperatures will still be mild, between 16C and 18C, but there will be periods of heavy rain and cloud.
From Monday (June 1), a band of rain will move in from the west, and will continue for much of the day. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will then see the potential for thunderstorms, particularly in early evenings.
It comes after the Met Office said there was a ‘big change on the way’, with strengthening winds, rain and thunderstorms affecting much of the UK this coming week.
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Rebecca Mitchell, senior operational meteorologist at the weather service, said: “Going into next week, there is a big change on the way. We’ve got spells of rain, possible thunderstorms, and some strengthening winds through much of the week.
“The other part of the story is the temperatures will be much lower compared to the week just gone. They’ll be around average for the time of year, which typically is around 17 to 19 degrees in the north and around 18 to 21 degrees in the south, so about 14 degrees lower in some places compared to the previous week.”
On Monday, heavy rain is expected to cross the whole country. Ms Mitchell added: “We’re not expecting too many impacts from this because it has been so dry recently for many places, and actually for some areas the rain will be welcome, I think, for gardeners, farmers, anyone hoping for some rain.
“And then, following that, into Tuesday, we’ve got some heavy showers and potential thunderstorms. The main areas likely to see some thunderstorms would be central and southern areas, so Northern Ireland, northern England, southern England, and Wales.”
Booze, a secluded settlement in Arkengarthdale in the Yorkshire Dales, is home to only a small number of households but has become well known because of its quirky name and isolated location.
Despite what many visitors first assume, the name has nothing to do with alcohol.
The hamlet’s name actually comes from the Old English words “boga” and “hus,” meaning “house by the curved hill,” referring to the landscape overlooking Slei Gill and Arkle Beck.
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Perched above Langthwaite in upper Swaledale, Booze is reached only by a steep, narrow single-track road winding up the hillside.
Its remoteness became national news in 2008 when Royal Mail announced it would no longer deliver mail directly to the hamlet due to health and safety concerns over the road’s steep gradient and difficult access.
The decision meant residents were left facing a round trip of around an hour to collect their post from Richmond.
Postal deliveries were eventually restored after improvements were made to the road by North Yorkshire Council.
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Though tiny today, Booze was once much larger.
The 1851 census recorded 41 houses in the hamlet, with many residents employed in farming and lead mining, industries that shaped much of Arkengarthdale during the 18th and 19th centuries.
The surrounding hills are still marked by the remains of old mining levels and spoil heaps linked to the area’s industrial past.
Local legend also tells of a mining disaster near Boldershaw, where miners reportedly blasted into an underground lake, flooding the workings and drowning dozens of men and pit ponies.
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Although historians have questioned parts of the story, it remains one of the Dale’s best-known mining tales.
Today, Booze is better known for its peaceful scenery and unusual road sign than its industrial heritage.
Visitors travelling through Arkengarthdale often stop for photographs beside the village sign, while walkers and cyclists exploring the Yorkshire Dales pass through the hamlet on routes across the surrounding hills.
Ironically, despite the name, there is no pub in Booze itself.
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The nearest place for a pint is the nearby Red Lion Inn in Langthwaite, which has become famous in its own right after appearing in the television series All Creatures Great and Small.
Weather experts have warned of a ‘big change’ with rain, thunderstorms and strong winds
Husna Anjum Senior Reporter and Rosie Shead
21:34, 31 May 2026
A “big change” is predicted this week as thunder and heavy rain is set to replace the recent heatwave. The UK was scorched earlier this week with temperatures up to a record 35.1C measured in Kew Gardens, west London.
However, there will be a massive drop in temperatures going forward, including 17C to 19C in the North. The South, meanwhile, could see around 18C to 21C.
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Rebecca Mitchell, senior operational meteorologist at the weather service, said: “Going into next week, there is a big change on the way. We’ve got spells of rain, possible thunderstorms, and some strengthening winds through much of the week.
“The other part of the story is the temperatures will be much lower compared to the week just gone. They’ll be around average for the time of year, which typically is around 17 to 19 degrees in the north and around 18 to 21 degrees in the south, so about 14 degrees lower in some places compared to the previous week.”
On Monday, heavy rain is expected to cross the whole country, particularly in parts of Wales, Ms Mitchell said.
“We’re not expecting too many impacts from this because it has been so dry recently for many places, and actually for some areas the rain will be welcome, I think, for gardeners, farmers, anyone hoping for some rain,” she said.
“And then, following that, into Tuesday, we’ve got some heavy showers and potential thunderstorms. The main areas likely to see some thunderstorms would be central and southern areas, so Northern Ireland, northern England, southern England, and Wales.”
For the rest of the week, much of the county will see “unsettled weather” along with some sunny spells and highs of low-20Cs, she said. The cooler conditions come after at least 14 people died during the heatwave after getting into difficulties in bodies of water, prompting emergency services to issue safety warnings.
On Sunday morning, South Yorkshire Police said a search remained ongoing at the River Don in Mexborough after the force had received reports that an 11-year-old boy had entered the water on Saturday evening but had not been seen getting out.
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Officers were called to the scene at Ferry Boat Lane at 7.59pm on Saturday and emergency crews from the National Police Air Service, Yorkshire Ambulance Service and the South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services also responded, police said.
The boy’s family had been informed and were being supported by specially trained officers. Thousands of people in Kent were without drinking water or experienced disruptions to their supply over the weekend as South East Water continued to grapple with issues following the hot weather.
On Sunday evening, the company said drinking water supplies had been restored for “most customers” across the county, including those in Whitstable and Herne Bay.
Some 4,058 customers may still be experiencing low pressure or intermittent supply in areas including Whistable, Coxheath and Loose, South East Water said. The company apologised for the disruption and said it was working to resolve the issues.
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The BBC’s Paris correspondent, James Waterhouse, described the French capital as “jubilant” on Sunday as he reported from the Champ de Mars where fans greeted the Paris St-Germain (PSG) players after their Champions League win.
But celebrations were tainted on Saturday, as thousands of police officers were deployed to curb unrest that disrupted public services and left 219 people injured.
Eight people were in a serious condition following clashes between football fans and police, France’s Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said.
French authorities said that 780 people were arrested in Paris after clashes.
Carl: If he doesn’t have us playing like crabs going side to side again for another season and understands that central midfielders don’t play right-back then he’ll be an improvement that’s for sure. It would be a gamble but his style of football at Bournemouth is much closer to what we loved under Jurgen Klopp than anything Slot could bring. A risk worth taking.
Mike: Very happy with the Iraola approach. His attitude and work-rate, and that of his teams, is a better fit for Liverpool and what we need to right the wrongs of this season.
Mez: No-brainer. He’s been the manager of the season.
Mark: I have always enjoyed how Bournemouth played under Iraola and feel a similar excitement to when we announced Klopp. Thanks, Arne, we will never forget the 20th title, but a change is needed.
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Alex: Iraola would be a gamble. Do Liverpool have the squad for heavy metal football now? We’re in a bit of a mess with last year’s signings still to settle in and older players leaving. Luis Enrique would be my choice. He might be tempted to take on a new challenge after Paris St-Germain’s Champions League victory.
Ken: I want Liverpool to take a bit of time to get this appointment right. Sporting director Richard Hughes needs to redeem himself by doing everything he can to persuade Luis Enrique to swap Paris for Liverpool. If that fails, then Iraola would be an acceptable alternative given his body of work in the Premier League.
David: I’ve got nothing against Iraola but this seems like a backwards step for Liverpool. I’d want a manager who has a proven track record of winning trophies, not one who delivers mid-table positions at the end of the season.
Paul: Iraola would be a risk. Bournemouth, and Brighton and Brentford, just seem to be a brilliantly run clubs and that no matter who comes in they punch well above their weight. When supposedly top managers leave these clubs they don’t do as well as is expected of them and this could also be the case for Iraola. I think we need to try and get a more experienced coach who will immediately command the respect of the dressing room.
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