As temperatures continue to sore, Sandhaven beach has become the perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine for many in South Shields, with couples enjoying a day out, dogs cooling down in the sea and surfers taking advantage of the calm conditions.
Here are 14 photos of people enjoying the South Shields sunshine at Sandhaven beach on Monday, July 11.
9. Day out
Carlo Martino, Doug Cardiff and John Roughly enjoy a day out at the beach Photo: Stu Norton
10. Heatwave
Enjoying the sun at Sandhaven beach as a heatwave sweeps the country. Photo: Stu Norton
12. Big smiles
Granny Cyndy Smith with Toby Smith, 6 and Freya Smith, 11, playing in the sand Photo: Stu Norton
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