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Thousands of people watched the sunrise over Stonehenge to celebrate the summer solstice, signifying the end of spring.

Those who gathered for the spectacle on Saturday at the neolithic monument in Wiltshire braved a warm start to the morning as they marked the year’s longest day.

Temperatures in Salisbury and Greater London reached 18C by 5am, according to the Met Office.