Yellow rain warning issued for Sunday across northern England and Wales

Substantial downpours expected to affect the Ashes in Manchester and the Open in Merseyside

A yellow rain warning has been issued for Sunday across most of northern England and Wales, with travel disruption possible and major outdoor events affected, including the fourth Ashes Test in Manchester.

The Met Office said the region would widely see 20-30mm of rain, while places over higher ground could see up to 50-70mm as wet weather persists across the weekend.