13 great pictures as the sunshine sees crowds flock to South Shields beaches

Sunshine and soaring temperatures saw crowds flock to South Tyneside seafront today.

By Kevin Clark

Published 11th Aug 2022, 17:49 BST

Families made the most of the school holidays for some quality time together.

Our photographer Craig Leng was out and about .

Did he spot you?

5. Chocka

Car parks were full Photo: Craig Leng

Steve Hartley was keeping up with the news Photo: Craig Leng

What a glorious day Photo: Craig Leng

Pals Zara Nassabi and Oliver Masternak cool off with bubblegum ice cream from where else but Minchella's? Photo: Craig Leng