Weather warnings have been issued for Hitchin with high winds expected.

Strong winds are expected to hit Hitchin and north Herts from Wednesday onwards. Winds will be strong throughout the day and it will feel cool.

The Met Office has issued a yellow alert for high winds accompanied by heavy and blustery showers starting from 9pm on Wednesday until 3pm on Thursday.

Thursday will see a very windy start to the day with gales in places and further heavy, blustery showers. Winds will ease slightly leaving a day of sunshine and heavy showers. Feeling chilly.

Drivers are warned of possible delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges, while there is also the possibility of short term loss of power and other services.

A Met Office spokesperson said: "Strong and gusty winds are likely to develop on Wednesday evening and continue into Thursday across England and Wales. Gusts of 50-55 mph are possible inland, especially close to showers.

"Gusts may reach 60-70 mph on coasts and hills, especially in the west, before gradually easing on Thursday afternoon."