A number of attractions have announced they are closing tomorrow as Storm Amy blows in.
And one rail company has issued a ‘do not travel’ warning to passengers from York.
The first named storm of the autumn has seen North Yorkshire issued with two yellow weather warnings for high winds.
One, covering the northern half of the county, runs from 3pm today (Friday) till midnight tomorrow.
It’s been joined by a warning covering York and Selby which runs from midnight till 7pm tomorrow.
The warnings say the weather could prompt power cuts, and disrupt journeys by road, rail and air.
A number of attractions have annouced they are closing tomorrow, including:
- Castle Howard – fully closed, including the house, gardens, farm shop and café
- The Yorkshire Museum
- York Museum Gardens
- Clifford’s Tower
- Beningbrough Hall
- Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
- Piglets Adventure Farm
- Farmer Ed’s
- Helmsley Castle
- Scarborough Castle
The Met Office said on Friday afternoon: “Storm Amy is expected to bring a spell of strong winds to many parts of northern and western Britain later on Friday and overnight into Saturday.
“South to south-westerly winds will increase during Friday, initially in the west before extending eastwards during Friday night.
“Gusts of 50-60mph are likely in many areas, and may reach 60-70mph in more exposed parts.
“The very strong winds will also be accompanied by spells of heavy rain, with difficult driving conditions likely, especially for high-sided vehicles on prone routes, such as crosswinds on exposed or high-level routes.”
Rail companies say the storm is likely to disrupt services. They are urging passengers to check before they travel.
TransPennine Express is urging people not to travel between York, Newcastle and Edinburgh tomorrow due to the expected gale-force winds from Storm Amy.
Andrew McClements, customer experience and transformation director, said, “Our top priority is the safety of our customers and colleagues.
“In line with other operators we will do everything possible to keep people moving under difficult conditions, however due to the weather warnings in place on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning, we are having to issue advice not to travel on our Anglo-Scottish routes.
“We urge anyone travelling on the affected routes on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning to reconsider their plans and to follow the guidance provided.”
