17 pictures as Northumberland coast basks in mini-heatwave

It’s been a while coming but warm temperatures have finally returned to Northumberland.

Published 7th Sep 2021, 17:28 BST

Updated 7th Sep 2021, 17:30 BST

The mini-heatwave, which saw temperatures rise to 25°C, attracted hundreds of people to the area’s beaches, cafes and restaurants on Tuesday.

1. Beadnell Bay 1

Beachgoers at Beadnell Bay. Photo: Ian Smith

Watersports and sunbathing at Beadnell. Photo: Ian Smith

A boat trip arrives back at Seahouses harbour. Photo: Ian Smith

A boat trip sets off for the Farne Islands. Photo: Ian Smith