Heatwave

Babies and young children are more likely to be unwell from hot weather.

The exact temperature it's too hot to let kids play outside

These are the best beaches in the North East, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

The best North East beaches for the weekend as the heatwave continues

The Hirix air cooler is an absolute bargain at the moment

This £29.99 portable air cooler uses ice to blast you with cold air

Parenting Hack: Keep your kids cool during the heatwave with this unexpected Amazon Prime Day deal

The ultimate parenting hack for keeping kids cool while they sleep

Compact but powerful - this bargain desktop fan is just what you need to beat the heat

This £9.99 desktop fan can blast you with 2,400rpm of cooling power

For just £11, this personal hand fan is an absolute bargain

Wear it or wave it – this versatile fan is £10.99 in Prime Day sales

The air cooler uses a tank of cold water, and a pair of ice blocks to send out a super-cool blast of air

This ice-blasting air cooler has just plunged in price for Prime Day

With a 12-hour battery life and a quiet bladeless fan, this £8.99 bargain is flying off the shelves

This £8.99 neck fan is flying off shelves before the heatwave hits

Enjoy a cool breeze in any room just by screwing this into a bulb socket

This £11.99 ceiling fan fits in seconds and can cool any room

People enjoying a park on a warm day.

Watch: When heatwave could return as high temperatures forecast

Weather: Temperatures expected to rise again over weekend

Motorised sun loungers are a thing - and they're an absolute bargain too

Motorised pool loungers reduced to £69 in Wowcher summer deal

Fill the chamber with ice cubes, turn the fan speed up to the max, and you'll soon feel cool again

This £14 ice-filled fan might be all you need to cool off on a hot day

Should you sleep with a fan on?

The 4 reasons you should never sleep with a fan on - even in heatwave

Wowcher's deal brings this air conditioning unit down to just over £130

This portable air conditioner is incredibly cheap thanks to a 56% deal

Today will be one of the hottest June days on record

Can my child be sent home in a heatwave? School rules explained
Today has been one of the hottest June days on record. 🥵
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This strappy top & wide pants co-ord set is the perfect outfit for the heatwave

Save 60% on this strappy top & wide pants co-ord set

17 of the best ice cream spots across the UK - according to food experts and customers

17 of the greatest ice cream shops in the UK - chosen by customers

The MeacoCool MC Series Pro portable air conditioner blends easily into contemporary interiors while delivering powerful cooling.

This Meaco air conditioner saved me during the UK heatwave

The Lifewit Cooler Backpack in action – ideal for beach trips, festivals and summer days out

Waterproof cooler backpack under £17

The bladeless neck fan provides a targeted breeze while keeping your hands free

Best neck fan for the heatwave – under £14 and USB rechargeable

The effects of climate change could cost children days of school time each year, a government risk report says

3 ways climate change may soon impact schools - costing children days

The Outsunny parasol with solar-powered LED lights creates a cosy and inviting glow for evening gatherings

Outsunny parasol with LED lights could arrive tomorrow – now under £70

(Photo: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

When is it too hot to work in the UK?

For just £6.99 you can get an ultra-compact folding fan with a 4,000rpm cooling speed

Amazon fan bargain now just £6.99

The Luxear cooling blanket is designed to reduce stress and improve sleep, with a silky soft finish that’s gentle on both skin and hair.

This ‘cooling blanket’ is going viral – here’s what shoppers say

These are the best beaches in the North East, according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Tripadvisor reveals the best beaches as temperatures approach 30°C
The beach is the perfect place to go during a heat wave.
Ryan Smith

EcoFlow's Wave 3 portable air conditioner is the ultimate in summer camping luxury

EcoFlow Wave 3: portable air con gets smart upgrades

REN’s Clean Screen SPF 30 is a bestselling vegan sunscreen, now 40% off in a Wowcher deal – perfect for the UK heatwave

Bestselling vegan sunscreen now 40% off in Wowcher deal

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

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Three trainee nurses at South Shields General Hospital, left to right: Ruth Willis, 19; Jacqueline Hutchinson, 20; Elizabeth Charlton, 20.

1976 heatwave: South Tyneside's scorching summer

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

Millions of households are being warned of the risk of water restrictions

When the dry weather will end as UK households warned of drought risk

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

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

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

A mini heatwave is set to arrive in South Tyneside.

Temperatures to match the Med as heatwave arrives in South Tyneside

Evaporative coolers are a cheap way of beating the heat

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

Traffic passes along the Coast Road at Marsden during the May Day heatwave in 1966.

Sun-soaked days in South Tyneside: Sunny Memories

April may be known for bringing spring showers, but this year the new month has brought a mini heatwave.

Met Office predicts when North East will see another warm spell

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

North East Weather forecast from the Met Office as mini heatwave set to hit region.

Met Office forecast for the North East as mini heatwave expected

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

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