A Yellow weather warning has been put in place across the weekend as Storm Ciara brings severe gusts and heavy rain this weekend.

A Met office spokesperson said: “Very strong winds are likely across much of the UK later Saturday and through Sunday. Gusts of 50 to 60mph are likely across many inland areas, with gusts 70, possibly 80mph around some exposed coasts and hills, especially in the north and west.

"Heavy rain will be an additional hazard, especially over western hills. Winds of this strength across a wide area have the potential to produce disruption to transport, along with some coastal impacts, especially in the west."

Chief Meteorologist Frank Saunders said: “The Met Office will continue to monitor the development of Storm Ciara and other potentially impactful low-pressure systems through next week. Warnings will be issued and amended as appropriate so members of the public should keep up to date with the Met Office forecast via our website, app or by following us on social media.”