Easter revellers don’t let rain spoil their fun as they kick off Bank Holiday weekend with boozy night on the town

EASTER revellers refused to let the rain dampen their spirits as they kicked off the bumper four-day weekend.

Brits took to towns and cities across the country for a drunken night of celebrations.

Drinkers in Leeds were forced to shelter under their bags due to the rain
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Drinkers in Leeds were forced to shelter under their bags due to the rainCredit: NB PRESS LTD
Boozers didn't let the rain dampen their spirits
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Boozers didn't let the rain dampen their spiritsCredit: NB PRESS LTD
One reveller hitches a piggy-back in Leeds last night
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One reveller hitches a piggy-back in Leeds last nightCredit: NB PRESS LTD

Some were forced to hide under their handbags as rain and wind threatened to spoil their plans.

But the Bank Holiday boozers still managed to have a good time as they looked ahead to the four-day bonanza.

In Leeds, girls were given lifts by fellow drinkers so puddles would not ruin their shoes.

While brave revellers in Birmingham headed out without coats despite the chilly temperatures.

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It came as snow blanketed parts of Britain yesterday with yellow warnings for rain and wind in force.

Gales of 70mph winds battered some areas - with others affected by hail and thunder.

But there is good news for those hoping to head out this weekend as temperatures are set to soar to 16C.

The sun will also be making an appearance today - with scattered sunshine and showers throughout the weekend.

Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Helen Caughey said: “Showers will continue into the weekend, especially for southern and western areas.

“However, it is likely that we will see something of an improvement for most areas, with showers tending to become less frequent, and a better chance of longer spells of sunshine for eastern and northern areas, especially on Sunday.   

Easter weather forecast in FULL with ‘bright sunshine’ & temps to soar to 16C after days of snow, 70mph wind and rain

“It will also become less windy, and temperatures should start to trend upwards, feeling quite warm in any sunshine. 

“However, more widely unsettled conditions look likely to return into Easter Monday, but there is still some uncertainty in the timing of this deterioration.”

Last night saw revellers pack out bars and clubs across the UK
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Last night saw revellers pack out bars and clubs across the UKCredit: LNP
Two girls brave the cold in Birmingham without a coat
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Two girls brave the cold in Birmingham without a coatCredit: Splash
The festivities are expected to continue over the next four days
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The festivities are expected to continue over the next four daysCredit: Splash
Revellers kicked off the four-day weekend across the country
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Revellers kicked off the four-day weekend across the countryCredit: NB PRESS LTD
It came despite weather warnings for rain and wind
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It came despite weather warnings for rain and windCredit: NB PRESS LTD
A drinker hides under an umbrella in Leeds
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A drinker hides under an umbrella in LeedsCredit: NB PRESS LTD
The streets were still packed despite the rain
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The streets were still packed despite the rainCredit: NB PRESS LTD
Two girls enjoy a drink as they prepare for the Easter weekend
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Two girls enjoy a drink as they prepare for the Easter weekendCredit: NB PRESS LTD
Temperatures are expected to rise to 16C
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Temperatures are expected to rise to 16CCredit: Splash