Sun-seekers took advantage of the quieter conditions on the coast before the summer holidays get into full swing this week across much of the country.
Surfers and sunbathers brushed off the Monday morning blues with a visit to the beach.
There were also sunny scenes in Herne Bay, Kent…
… while the sun brought out the best in this colourful garden in south-east London.
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