19 great photos as people enjoy the scorching Sunderland sunshine at Roker Beach

The sun is shining, the heatwave is in full swing and people in Sunderland have been taking advantage of the warm weather by enjoying a day at the beach.

As temperatures continue to sore, Roker Beach has become the perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine for many in Sunderland, with couples enjoying a day out, dogs cooling down in the sea and surfers taking advantage of the calm conditions.

The warm temperatures from the weekend are continuing into the new week, but how long can we expect the sunny weather to continue?

Here are 19 photos of people enjoying the Sunderland sunshine at Roker beach on Monday, July 11.