Heatwave

Meaco's new portable Sefte is the product of extensive research all aimed at making the perfect cooling fan

Meaco Sefte 8in portable air circulator is the ultimate cordless fan

Amazon's cooling mats are an absolute bargain right now

Amazon pet cooling mats now from just £13.77

This bargain handheld fan has plenty of tricks up its sleeve

This mini personal fan is perfect for heatwaves—and it’s under £14

Perfect for picnics, Shark's Flexbreeze can run for up to 24 hours - and it's weatherproof

Shark’s powerful cordless fan is £50 off ahead of the UK heatwave

The Mr Swirly All-in-One Ice Cream, Sorbet & Frozen Dessert Maker - less than £50 if you're quick!

Ice cream maker drops to £49 in limited Wowcher summer deal

Met Office forecasts temperature surge and intense thundery showers

Watch: Temperature surge and intense thundery showers forecast

A commuter takes an ice bath at a London bus stop

Bemused commuters spot man taking ice bath outside bus stop

Walking our dogs in warm weather can be extremely dangerous.

The exact temperature it's too warm to walk your dog

Hot weather: What should you eat and drink during a heatwave? The best foods for keeping cool

The food and drink you must avoid during a heatwave

The UK has been heating up this week

Can pupils be sent home if it's too hot? Temperature rules explained

Capybara cools off at Chester Zoo

Watch these super-cute Capybaras cool off with a swim

Evaporative coolers are a great way to feel fresh in hot weather

This bargain air cooler beats the heat for just £34.99 with 65% off on Wowcher

The Levoit Core 200S is a perfect size for home offices

This smart air purifier has helped my wife with hayfever this spring

Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream Maker

Ninja ice cream maker: Real UK reviews on the Ninja CREAMi

Temperatures could rise into the high 20s in parts of the UK this week, so a cooling fan is a very wise investment

This clever £12 hand fan is all you need to cool off on a hot day

Dog owners could face fines of £1,000 if they take their dogs to the beach this summer.

Dog owners warned to stay away from these beaches or face fine
Dog owners are being warned to double check before travelling to a beach 🏖
Sarah McCann

The hot weather can cause damage to your home, but there are steps you can take to protect your property

6 ways the heat can damage your home - and how to avoid it

The cooling unit sprays a mist towards you, giving you relief from the heat

This £29 Amazon air cooler is a cheap way to survive the next heatwave

Evaporative coolers are a cheap way of beating the heat

Half price deal brings this air conditioner down to just £99.99

Gtech's HeatWave patio heater is on sale for an absolutely amazing price - just in time for the summer

Gtech patio heater now £39.99 – perfect for spring and summer

People cool off from the heat at the fountains of Trafalgar square, in central London. (Photo: HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

This unusual trick will help cool you down in the hot weather

A yellow heat-health alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) as the UK experiences the hottest day of the year. (Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

All the areas in England under a heat health alert

Homes in the UK are designed to retain heat, so heatwaves prove tough for Brits who cannot escape the high temperatures.

4 budget fans to keep you cool during a heatwave

Hot weather.

Watch: Temperatures to reach 32C in heatwave

A dog tries to cool down in the water of a fountain. (Photo: BARBARA GINDL/APA/AFP via Getty Images)

This is when it's too hot to walk your dog according to experts

There are lots of things that can make us more vulnerable to sunshine. (Photo: Pexel, Maggie Zhan)

'I'm a doctor - these 5 things mean you're more at risk of sunburn'

(Photo: Pexels)

I'm an energy expert - these tips will help you cut summer bills
Beat the heat and save money this summer by avoiding these common energy mistakes 🌞
Alex Nelson

The UK is home to many beautiful beer gardens, with amazing views and exciting menus. (Photo credit: Katja - stock.adobe.com)

The 38 best-rated beer gardens across the UK

British tourists in Greece have been slapped with an "emergency alert" as a ferocious wildfire rages across the holiday hotspot.

Watch: Greek firefighters battle wildfires as warning issued

Schools are not legally required to let children have water bottles during class, nor to bring sunscreen to school (Photo: NationalWorld/Getty Images/Adobe Stock)

Rules schools must follow during a heatwave, and what parents can do

People enjoying warm weather during a heatwave in London. (Photo: Hollie Adams/Getty Images)

How to stay safe in hot weather according to an expert

The best rooftop bars in the UK to soak up the sun. (Credit: ThisDesign - stock.adobe.com)

The 17 best rated rooftop bars across the country to soak up the sun

Big names in sunscreen fail Which? tests but there are still plenty of safe options on the market (Canva Images)

Big names in sunscreen fail Which? test, which ones should I buy now?

Farmhouse Inns celebrate 20 years with a giant 6ft slice of cake in Leeds' Trinity centre

How to claim a free slice of cake this weekend

High pressure will start to build, potentially bringing a more settled, drier, period in May 2024.

Video weather forecast: Parts of UK set to sizzle this Bank Holiday

Parts of the UK will experience highs of 26C this weekend, with experts describing the October autumn weather as "unusual". (Credit: Getty Images)

Scotland hit with amber flood warnings as 'heatwave' approaches south

The opening weekend celebrations for the new team at The Peacock, London Road, Peterborough

In Pictures: Celebrating a fresh start at The Peacock

Satellite view of Earth taken on September 6 shows Saharan dust blowing over the UK.

Windows and cars left ‘dusty’ as Sahara sand blows across UK

The Met Office said the UK will not experience heatwave until mid-August although high temperatures have sweltered some parts of Europe over the weekend. (Photo by Steve Taylor/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

UK will not swelter in heatwave until mid-August

UK Heatwave: Top tips on how to save your grass from the heat

Shed Of The Year 2023: Inside the 26 sheds vying for stardom - including a Japanese Tea House & Ski-Chalet

Get a shed load of this! - Inside the 26 shortlisted shacks for SOTY

UK Heatwave: When is it too hot to work? Government rules explained

Explainer What to do if you see a dog in a hot car - the law explained

Top 10 tips for keeping your dogs safe during heatwave

Good Friday: 7am to 10pmSaturday: 7am to 10pmEaster Sunday: CLOSEDEaster Monday: 7am to 8pm

Morrisons brings back popular meat deal for limited time

Which beaches made the cut at the Blue Flag awards 2023

Blue Flag award beaches 2023 - full list

A sunny Hayling beach

Top 10 UK Staycations according to TripAdvisor

UK to have ‘soft’ heatwave in April and May

Leicestershire Fire Service on a call-out today to a grass fire in record temperatures for the county

Opinion: 'Heatwave a message from mother nature', writes Shaz Nawaz

Peterborough City Hospital

Heatwave brings hundreds more patients to hospital trust's A&E units in '˜unprec...

Steam trains were due to return to the track at Nene Valley Railway this weekend - after the heatwave left them sitting in the sheds.

Heatwave's return forces Nene Valley Railway to postpone dog show and steam trai...

Police are at the scene of the melting road this evening

Heatwave melts Cambridgeshire Fenland road

How to keep your pet cool in the heatwave

Heatwave warning for pet owners and top tips on keeping your best friend safe in...