With temperatures reaching highs of 21c today (Wednesday, May 20), many have headed to the North East’s seafronts to enjoy the warm weather.
Since Boris Johnson relaxed lockdown measures, it means that members of the public can enjoy more time outdoors but people are still being urged to maintain social distancing.
Our photographer Stu Norton has been out capturing images of a busy South Shields seafront – scroll down and flick through the pages to see them.
1. South Shields beach
It was a glorious day on the Beach at South Shields. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Crowds gather at Sandhaven beach
Hot weather brings crowds out at Sandhaven Beach following the relaxing lockdown measures. Photo: Stu Norton
3. Social distancing while enjoying the sun
Two people can be seen socially distancing while sitting in the sun. Photo: Stu Norton
4. A day at the beach
People can be seen keeping their distance from each other as they head to the beach. Photo: Stu Norton