However, this weekend the view couldn't have been more different after a Government imposed lockdown to reduce transmission of Covid-19 came into effect last Monday. These 14 photos show deserted scenes on the Foreshore, Sandside and North Bay as people stayed at home to protect the NHS.
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Getting daily exercise on a quiet Marine Drive. Photo: Tony Johnson
2. Coronavirus lockdown
A few people take a walk on a quiet North Bay. Photo: Tony Johnson
3. Coronavirus lockdown
Social distancing in the queue for Aldi. Photo: Steve Bambridge
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Walkers on South Bay. Photo: Tony Johnson