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A woman drinks water in temperatures of up to 30 degrees at the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben in London, Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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Video. Britons flock to beaches and pools as UK breaks May heat record

Updated: 26/05/2026 - 16:16 GMT+2

Crowds packed beaches, rivers and outdoor pools across the UK as temperatures reached a record 33.5C during an unusually early heatwave, prompting health warnings and concerns over drought and crop failures.

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