Olivia Dearie, 23, is the picture of serenity at the Hot Walls.Olivia Dearie, 23, is the picture of serenity at the Hot Walls.
Olivia Dearie, 23, is the picture of serenity at the Hot Walls.

20 of the best photos from Portsmouth's hottest weekend of the year

PORTSMOUTH was packed on Saturday and Sunday as beachgoers made the most of the hottest weekend of the year so far.
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By ron Melton
Published 19th Jul 2021, 17:18 BST

Temperatures hit a whopping 28C – only to be outdone by today’s 29C – paving the way for days of fun in the sun for friends and families.

News photographer Sam Stephenson was in Old Portsmouth to capture the atmosphere on Sunday.

Meanwhile our readers sent in their own photos of how they spent the weekend.

This gallery features 20 of the best hot weather photos from both Sam and our readers.

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Meanwhile our readers sent in their own photos of how they spent the weekend.

Carys Reed, 23, and Lucy Barron, 23, enjoy the sun trap at the Hot Walls.

5. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather

Carys Reed, 23, and Lucy Barron, 23, enjoy the sun trap at the Hot Walls. Photo: Sam Stephenson

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Two walkers look to sea during the weekend's hot weather in Old Portsmouth.

6. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather

Two walkers look to sea during the weekend's hot weather in Old Portsmouth. Photo: Sam Stephenson

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A swimmer heads to the water while two shoppers look to the harbour during the hot weather in Old Portsmouth.

7. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather

A swimmer heads to the water while two shoppers look to the harbour during the hot weather in Old Portsmouth. Photo: Sam Stephenson

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The heat was a bit much for Kevin Regan, who appeared to be working.

8. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather

The heat was a bit much for Kevin Regan, who appeared to be working. Photo: Kevin Regan

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