In Pictures: Crowds gather for summer solstice sunrise at Stonehenge

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21 June 2018

Last Updated: 21 June 2018

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Solstice-watchers were gifted with clear skies at Stonehenge, where they saw in the longest day of the year.

Thousands gathered at the ancient site in Wiltshire to see the sun rise over the horizon at 4.52am.

Stonehenge — People gathered on Wednesday evening at Stonehenge, where it is believed solstices have been celebrated for thousands of years (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Sosltice 2018 — Some took a more traditional approach to the ancient celebration (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Solstice 2018 — English Heritage said it was a perfect morning for the occasion (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Solstice 2018 — Some were in the mood for music (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Solstice 2018 — English Heritage asked those attending to respect the stones (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Solstice 2018 — On the summer solstice, the sun rises behind the Heel Stone, the ancient entrance to the Stone Circle, and rays of sunlight are channelled into the centre of the monument (Ben Birchall/PA)

Summer Solstice 2018 — It was the first time the attraction has opened to mark the occasion (Jonathan Hordle/PA)

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