Storm Forces Balmoral Castle Closure

Balmoral Castle, the royal family's summer retreat, was closed to the public this week due to Storm Floris. The Met Office issued amber and yellow warnings for winds up to 90mph, prompting King Charles’s office to issue a safety advisory.

Visitors were refunded, and the estate will remain closed until October as the royal family gathers for their annual break. The storm has disrupted travel across Scotland and Northern Ireland, with officials urging caution.