If you were among those who were at Sandhaven or Littlehaven Beach today, Friday, April 2, our photographer Tim Richardson may have caught you on camera.
Coronavirus restrictions were relaxed at the start of this week, allowing people to meet their loved ones outside, or as part of two households.
And the warm weather encouraged many to reunite with family and friends this Bank Holiday weekend.
Check out our Good Friday picture special to see if you can spot any familiar faces.
1. Easter dip
Helen McMenanin, Helen Spoul, Ralphy Dinnery, Vicky Armstrong and Yildan Husnu, enjoying the Good Friday weather at Littlehaven, South Shields. Photo: Tim Richardson
2. Catching up
Sheila Palmer and Jean Donkin enjoying a Minchella's coffee at the Littlehaven Beach in South Shields. Photo: Tim Richardson
3. Family time
The Teasdale family enjoying a trip to Littlehaven Beach in South Shields. Photo: Tim Richardson
4. Good Friday fish and chips
Good Friday queues outside Colman's on Ocean Road, South Shields. Photo: Tim Richardson