Coastguards and the ambulance service worked together to help a 63-year-old woman suffering a medical emergency on Eype Beach.

West Bay Rescue Coastguard officers were alerted by Solent Coastguard just before 3.45pm on Monday.

The South Western Ambulance Service was on its way, along with the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

A spokesman for West Bay Coastguard Rescue Team said: "Officers from West Bay quickly responded to the station to gather their equipment and rescue vehicle, then immediately headed for Eype.

"On arrival, officers along with the paramedics, located the casualty and care was provided by the ambulance crew. Thankfully, the air ambulance was not required and was stood down by the ambulance team on the ground.

"The casualty was assisted from the beach and back to the waiting ambulance at the Eype car park. The team was then stood down to return to station.

"We wish the casualty a full and speedy recovery.

"Have a great time on the coast this summer, but if you find yourself in difficulty, or if you see something that gives you cause for concern, then do not hesitate, dial 999 and ask for the coastguard."

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