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SUMMER solstice celebrations passed off peacefully this morning despite the largest crowds for several years.
The sun rose at 4.58am today on the longest day of the year, and 24,094 people were counted at Stonehenge - 6,000 more than last year - and about 1,000 at Avebury.
There were four arrests at Stonehenge for public order offences.
Police said that fewer cars were taken to Stonehenge than last year, and that they were pleased that people had taken advice to use public transport.
Supt Dave Bennett from Wiltshire Police said: "We are pleased that another summer solstice has passed off peacefully.
"There have been no incidents of note.
"Yet again attendees have not been able to see the sunrise fully given the unpredictability of our British weather but at least it has remained dry."
And at Avebury, grey conditions did not cloud the spirits either. Scott Green, the National Trust's property manager thanked all involved in making the solstice a peaceful and enjoyable celebration for so many and for using public transport.
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