Peaceful scenes at beaches in Cornwall as people soak up the sun - in pictures
There are some stunning scenes across Cornwall beaches today as people soak up the high temperatures
As temperatures across Cornwall reach highs of 23 degrees today, we're finally getting a taste of that summer heat we've been longing for. And in true fashion this bout of good weather is showing Cornwall at its very best.
Beach days and long picturesque walks mean the cares of the world melt away, if only for a little while, replaced by a sense of tranquility and peace.
And while the whether might lead you to think Cornwall's beaches have been packed today - webcam pictures from this afternoon show a different reality as people take to the sea and sand.
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Relatively peaceful at the time these stills were taken, families and friends can be seen soaking up the rays in some of our most picturesque coastal spots and beaches where they will no doubt remain into the cooler evening.
Scroll down to take a look at some beach webcam pictures from this afternoon as people make the most of the nice weather. And make the most of it, because in just 48 hours some heavy rain will paint a very different picture for the duchy.
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People taking to the sea at a moderately busy Polkerris Beach
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Another sunny scene overlooking Penzance Prom
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People making the most of the weather in St Ives
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Colourful tents strewn across Mawgan Porth beach
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