A heatwave warning has been issued for eastern parts of the country this weekend with it set to be the hottest August bank holiday on record.

Strong winds have led to a number of closures and cancellations this weekend as the region battens down the hatches in the face of unseasonal weather.

A tree fell on a train and damaged the driving cab during high winds.

As the region braces for a lashing of severe wind and rain weekend events are being cancelled over safety fears.

Boaters planning on visiting the Broads this weekend have been warned to take caution after the Met Office issued severe weather warnings of 50mph winds.

A weather warning has been issued for thunderstorms across Norfolk and Waveney with the risk of lightning strikes, hail and strong winds.

People who ignore water safety warning signs this summer could face court action and fines of up to £1,000, a government agency has said.

A Met Office weather warning for heavy rain is now in place across Norfolk and Waveney for the entire weekend, with a risk of flooding and power cuts.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain in the East of England this weekend.