Travel
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Main road in North Yorkshire town to close for two days next week
A MAIN road in a North Yorkshire town is to close for two days again next week.
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Drivers warned as series of road closures announced across North Yorkshire
Multiple temporary road closures are set to impact residents across North Yorkshire.
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Deadly flooding hits Europe as deaths reported in Greece and Turkey
Travel has been limited on Greek islands
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Australia receives its first Michelin stars as 11 restaurants make history
Restaurants elsewhere in the country will have to wait, after South Australia struck its own deal to bring Michelin inspectors to the region
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'They gave me a purpose': Tony cycles to Paris for two Bradford charities
TONY O’Connell, a volunteer with Bradford Baby Bank and the Anchor Project, recently returned from cycling more than 320 miles in four days from London to Paris to raise funds for these two local charities.
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Rugby World Cup 2035: Spain bids to host tournament and use Nou Camp and Bernabeu
Barcelona's Nou Camp, Madrid's Bernabeu and the Mestalla in Valencia are all on a list of possible venues as Spain bids to host the Rugby World Cup in 2035.
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North Yorkshire schoolchildren to receive hi-vis gear for safer journeys
North Yorkshire schoolchildren will receive hi-vis safety gear from David Wilson Homes’ Bright Journeys campaign, promoting active travel and safer school runs.
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Main road in North Yorkshire town to close for two days next week
A MAIN road in a North Yorkshire town is to close for two days again next week.
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Hot weather and gusty winds raise California wildfire threat as power shutoffs are planned
California is bracing for fire weather, with thousands potentially losing power as utilities aim to prevent wildfires during hot and windy conditions
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Meet the traveller walking the world after 70
Sarsenbay Kotyrashov began travelling on foot in his 70s. After walking across Kazakhstan and through parts of Asia and Europe, he is now preparing to cross the US.
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Car fire in underground garage closes Glasgow road
Glasgow fire: Ongoing blaze closes Woodlands Road between Charing Cross and Arlington Street as Police Scotland urges public to avoid area on October 14, 2026.
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See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP photojournalists
Oct. 7 - Oct. 14, 2026
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Pilot issued haunting warning before plane crash killed 6 in Wisconsin
The six-seat, single-engine plane crashed shortly before 10 p.m. in a wooded area near a popular tourist destination
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Best photos from one of the largest travelling fairs in Europe based in Yorkshire
Here are some of the best photos from this year’s Hull Fair - one of the largest travelling fairs in Europe.
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Burnham treads carefully in Zelensky visit, balancing Trump and Ukraine
The UK's prime minister meets with Volodymyr Zelensky after a rocky week for the Ukraine president.
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Man travels 4,000 miles to belt out throat song to locals at County Durham waterfall
World-renowned Mongolian throat singer Batzorig Vaanchig has showcased his unique vocals beside the River Tees at High Force waterfall, one of County Durham's most famous landmarks.
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Rare birds that fly 3,000 miles to North East suffer 'devastating' year
A rare seabird that travels thousands of miles from Africa to nest on the North East coast has suffered its worst breeding season.
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Fuel crisis hits Indonesia's Bali, triggers long lines in gas stations for days
Long lines have formed at gas stations across Indonesia’s resort island of Bali after fuel deliveries have been disrupted by a tanker delay, bad weather and strong demand for subsidized fuel
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Driver arrested after woman dies in three-car crash on busy road
The road was closed overnight to allow investigations to take place at the scene
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Long delays reported on main road in North Yorkshire
Long delays are being reported on a main road in North Yorkshire.
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'Community coffee shop' could be coming to Yorkshire coastal town
Plans have been submitted to convert the former site of award-winning Three B's in Marshall Avenue, Bridlington to new premises.
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Life Out of Order by Audrey Niffenegger: Time Traveler’s Wife sequel is far more complex than its predecessor
Audrey Niffenegger’s Life Out of Order, a follow-up to her bestselling novel The Time Traveler’s Wife, is an intricate and thoughtful vision of a frightening future, says Alison Flood
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Delight as County Durham restaurant with 'world's best lasagne' reopening in hours
Popular Italian restaurant Antico Birtley is set to reopen this week after months of closure, with delighted diners welcoming the return of the Chester-Le-Street favourite.
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How will the 'super El Niño' affect winter weather in Germany?
A very strong El Niño system is expected to bring exceptionally severe weather to large parts of the world through the coming autumn and winter seasons. So how could it affect Germany?
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Australia’s first Michelin stars awarded to 11 restaurants
All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
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Mont Blanc, the ‘roof of Europe’, loses more than a metre of height in a year
Peak of French mountain now 4,807 metres high and fluctuates year by year due to changes in Alpine climate
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'Community coffee shop' could be coming to Yorkshire coastal town
Plans have been submitted to convert the former site of award-winning Three B's in Marshall Avenue, Bridlington to new premises.
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Long delays reported on main road in North Yorkshire
Long delays are being reported on a main road in North Yorkshire.
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This Zippy Little JackRabbit Changed My Mind About Cargo Bikes
The compact, plucky MG Cargo is the cargo ebike for people who don’t want a cargo ebike. It’s even fun to ride.
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UK destination named among 'fastest-growing' travel spots for 2027 in new report
Escapism, adventure and a touch of nostalgia are set to shape the way we travel.
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Full list of road closures around York as 10,000 runners take on Yorkshire Marathon
A full list of road closures in and around York has been revealed as 10,000 runners descend this weekend for the Altra Yorkshire Marathon Festival.
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Historic East Yorkshire stately home to host new festive light trail
A new after-dark light trail is set to bring festive sparkle to Burton Constable Hall this winter.
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire coastal town
A community bonfire was deliberately set alight.
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Fire started deliberately in North Yorkshire coastal town
A community bonfire was deliberately set alight.
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
We'll be bringing you all the latest live traffic, travel and weather updates from County Durham and the North East.
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Video. World’s oldest shipwreck discovered off Turkey’s Mediterranean coast
Video. Archaeologists say a 4,400- to 4,700-year-old shipwreck found near Kekova Island in southern Turkey carried ceramic storage pots and stone anchors across the Mediterranean.
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Best cosy autumnal walks around the North East from lakeside strolls to valley views
From colourful woodland trails and historic parkland to lakeside strolls and spectacular valley views, the North East is home to some of the country's best autumn walks.
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Doncaster passengers advised to plan ahead over festive period due to Christmas rail works
Passengers are advised to plan ahead this Christmas while a significant programme of railway upgrades is carried out causing travel disruption through Doncaster.
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CalMac ferry sailings cancelled as parts of Scotland brace for 60mph winds
Strong winds are set to hit parts of north-west Scotland on Wednesday, with forecasters warning of disruption to travel and possible power cuts.
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Teesside travel agent named best in UK says bucket list trips are booming
Libby Gray of Hays Travel Teesside Park has been named the UK's top travel agent at the Travel Industry Awards.
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New phase begins on £6.2m North East walking and cycling scheme
Hartlepool’s £6.2m town centre connectivity scheme enters phase two, improving three miles of walking and cycling routes to the marina and seafront.
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BER Loses Most Ryanair Flights – What It Means for Passengers
Ryanair is withdrawing aircraft from Berlin over high fees and air passenger taxes. Passengers face fewer connections and higher prices.
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World’s oldest shipwreck discovered off coast of Turkey
Early Bronze Age vessel was likely built around the same time as the Great Pyramid of Giza
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County Durham's Kynren joins Disneyland Paris as one of Europe's top family parks
Kynren – The Storied Lands in Bishop Auckland has been named a Top New Attraction at the Parksmania Awards, joining Disneyland Paris among winners of the prestigious European tourism honours.
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WIN a family ticket for up to FOUR people to visit the North Yorkshire Moors Railway Santa Express – worth up to £138
This Christmas, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway offers families a magical journey aboard a real heritage railway, complete with a personal visit from
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Inside Bishop Auckland café crowned town's top-rated coffee spot on Trip Advisor
A Bishop Auckland coffee shop has been ranked number one in town on TripAdvisor, with customers praising its homemade food, friendly atmosphere, generous portions and charitable mission.
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Burnham sends fresh message to Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit
Burnham will hold talks with Zelensky on Wednesday at Downing Street
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MP recalls terrifying parachute accident after plane jump at 15,000ft
The Tory MP described how the skydive went wrong on a ‘grey and windy’ day in Devon
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Historic East Yorkshire stately home to host new festive light trail
A new after-dark light trail is set to bring festive sparkle to Burton Constable Hall this winter.
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Full list of road closures around York as 10,000 runners take on Yorkshire Marathon
A full list of road closures in and around York has been revealed as 10,000 runners descend this weekend for the Altra Yorkshire Marathon Festival.
