Flood barriers go up around key Shakespeare sites as River Avon rises

Heavy rains have led to 107 flood warnings across much of England and parts of Wales

Flood barriers were erected in the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon on Friday as more than 100 warnings were issued across the country following November's wet weather.

The Environment Agency (EA) moved to protect some of the key sites associated with William Shakespeare, including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, which is on the banks of the Avon.