In Pictures: Life on the beach as Britain basks in Easter weekend sunshine

Britons have flocked to the coast to make the most of the warm weather.

Published Apr 20, 2019

Last updated Apr 20, 2019

Most of Britain has been enjoying sunny and dry conditions over the Easter weekend, with temperatures tipped to reach 27C in some parts of the country by Monday.

Many people took advantage of the warm weather by heading to the beach on what the Met Office described as a “glorious day”.

Joggers run along sea front — A group of runners take a morning jog along the sea front in Bournemouth (Andrew Matthews/PA)

A paddle boarder off Boscombe beach (Andrew Matthews/PA)

— Met Office (@metoffice) April 20, 2019

Spring weather April 20th 2019 — Cyclists make their way past beach huts (Andrew Matthews/PA)

People playing beach volleyball (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Scarborough beach — Some people, such as these sunbathers in Scarborough, took the chance for some relaxation (Danny Lawson/PA)

People enjoy the sunshine at Boscombe beach, Dorset (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Dog in sea — It was hot weather for dogs in Scarborough, but this lab cooled off in the water (Danny Lawson/PA)

And, away from the beach…