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Daily Mirror
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- Daily Mirror
Beachgoers left stunned after rare sea creature spotted off British coast
Tourists and locals in St Ives, Cornwall, captured a huge sea creature on camera. It was later identified as a huge fish known as a sunfish - which is rarely seen in the UK Rare sea creature spotted off British coastline Beachgoers were left stunned after they spotted a mysterious creature close to a British shoreline before realising it was a rare fish. Locals enjoying the beach at St Ives, Cornwall, saw the huge fish swimming close to the surface of the water. The creature, which had a huge disc-shaped body, with flapping fins, caught the attention of onlookers on Sunday. Breathtaking pictures showed its unique fin bobbing in and out of the waves. The sighting was reported by National Coastwatch St Ives, who tracked the fish from their station. It remained in view for some time before drifting back into deeper water. In related news, a kitesurfer noticed a stick in ocean - then realised something was alive on the end. Sunfish, or Mola mola, are among the heaviest bony fish in the world and are rarely seen so close to UK shores. They are well-travelled and have been labelled different names across the world such as 'Cut Short' in the Philippines or 'Swimming Head' in Germany, reports BBC. Back in June, a man was left mystified when he spotted an abnormal-sized fish in Poole. He wasn't aware straight away that it was a sunfish. James Short, of Adventure Pirate, explained that he thought it was a shark in the distance. James said he was "absolutely buzzing to have seen one right here off our coast". He told Bournemouth Echo: "Got a bit closer and the dark top with the white belly had me thinking shark… then I clocked the shape, the odd little bottom fin, and it clicked: sunfish! Massive one too." James attempted to record the creature but said the video didn't fully give the fish justice. "Just wish I'd been in my dive gear with the GoPro as I'd have been straight in for a swim with it," he said. "Never seen one of these before and I spend loads of time spearfishing around Poole and the Dorset coastline. Apparently they're super rare!" It comes after posters began popping up on a British beach warning people not to walk on the sands barefoot during the summer months because of small, venomous creatures. East Riding of Yorkshire Council has put out signs and sent out warnings on social media after weevers were discovered on beaches in the area. Weevers bury in the sand and have inch-long dorsal spines which will stab anyone who accidentally stands on them - administering a painful sting that may ruin your fun day out. In fact, those who have been struck by weevers say the pain is 'excruciating' and is 10 times worse than being stung by a wasp. "We are currently putting up posters on noticeboards and sending out social media messages to warn people about the possible risks of stings from weever fish on our beaches," a council spokesperson said. "We are urging people to please not walk barefoot on the sands during the weever fish season, just in case."
South Wales Argus
26-07-2025
- South Wales Argus
New Royal Mint £2 coin released to mark railway anniversary
The collectible £2 coin, which will not enter circulation, has been released to mark the 200th anniversary of Britain's modern railway. Train enthusiast Francis Bourgeois, known for his online rail-focused content, helped strike the first coin. The coin features the Locomotion No.1, the first steam train along the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825. It was initially included in the annual coin sets for 2025, but has now been released as a standalone collectible. Rebecca Morgan, director of commemorative coin at The Royal Mint, said: "Coin collecting, much like Francis's dedication to trains, brings together people who share a passion for history and heritage. "We've seen tremendous interest from collectors of all ages who appreciate how coins can commemorate significant moments like the birth of modern railways, making this standalone release a celebration not just of railway history, but of the joy of collecting itself."
Business News Wales
25-07-2025
- Business News Wales
Royal Mint Releases Commemorative Coin to Celebrate 200 Years of British Railways
The Royal Mint has released a new commemorative coin celebrating the 200th anniversary of Britain's modern railway, with train enthusiast and social media personality Francis Bourgeois striking the first coin. Francis, whose genuine passion for trains has captivated millions across social media, was a natural choice for the striking, The Royal Mint said. The collectible £2 coin features the iconic Locomotion No. 1 which first steamed along the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825. Previously included in The Royal Mint's 2025 annual coin sets, this special edition has now been released as a standalone collectible. The detailed design depicts Locomotion No. 1 on the historic opening day of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, capturing a moment that transformed British transportation. Each coin features the edge inscription 'ACTIVE · LOCOMOTION NO 1' as a tribute to the revolutionary locomotive, offering collectors a tangible piece of British industrial heritage. Francis shared the striking ceremony with his millions of followers on TikTok, introducing many young enthusiasts to the hobby of coin collecting while celebrating his own passion for railways. Rebecca Morgan, Director of Commemorative Coin at The Royal Mint, said: 'Coin collecting, much like Francis's dedication to trains, brings together people who share a passion for history and heritage. Both hobbies offer a fascinating window into our nation's past and provide communities where enthusiasts can share knowledge and excitement. We've seen tremendous interest from collectors of all ages who appreciate how coins can commemorate significant moments like the birth of modern railways, making this standalone release a celebration not just of railway history, but of the joy of collecting itself.' Emma Roberts, programme manager for Railway 200, said: 'Having a commemorative coin from The Royal Mint is a huge honour. We're delighted that the vital role of the railway on our lives is being recognised in this way. The opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway two centuries ago accelerated a rail revolution around the world. That historic moment helped to shape the past, present and future of rail and deserves to be commemorated in this bicentenary year.' The commemorative coin is available in a range of finishes including gold and silver editions, alongside a standard brilliant uncirculated version, with prices starting from £17.50. There are no plans for the coin to enter general circulation.
