THOUSANDS of visitors flocked to the beach on what was the hottest day of the year so far.
A hot and humid day saw temperatures hit 27 degrees in Bournemouth which saw visitors head top the coast in their thousands.
People were enjoying the sea and playing in the sand, with events also taking place at Aruba and bars across the seafront.
Car parks were full by early morning and it seemed everyone on the beach was in good spirits.
People have set up for the entire day on beaches, with many bringing gazebos, inflatable lilos, and even some tents to enjoy the sun safely.
Surfers and paddleboarders are also enjoying the weather, with many taking to the sea alongside speedboats and dinghies.
Just before 2pm on Saturday, Springbourne-based amateur weather observer Jim Smith recorded temperatures of 27.8c.
Hot weather is expected again on Sunday with highs of 27c, according to the Met Office forecast.
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