Many areas saw this build of hot weather culminate in dramatic thunderstorms on Tuesday night (11 August), as lightning bolts lit the skies with bright flashes, and heavy thunder and rain were witnessed by a multitude of spectators. These are some of the best images captured of the storms.

7. Rumbling thunder
Deep thunder rumbled over many parts of the UK on Tuesday night, including the South of England (Photo: Andy Ball) Photo: Andy Ball
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