A sand sculpture competition will be held at St Bees this weekend.

Part of a family fun day on Sunday, organised by Cumbria Wildlife Trust, anyone can take part for a donation of £3.

The sand sculpture competition begins at 11am.

Judging and prize-giving takes place from 12.30pm.

Other events include rock pool rambles, face painting, kite flying, sea watches and arts and crafts.

Sian Bentley, of Cumbria Wildlife Trust, said: "The competition is always a highlight of the day.

"You don't need any previous experience – all are welcome to take part.

"Whether you want to have a go at crafting a crab or designing a dolphin, the only rules are that the sculpture should be just made from sand and other natural materials found on the beach. Come and have a go!"

Prizes include a family ticket for a trip on the Ravenglass and Eskdale steam railway, tickets for Windermere Lake Cruises, Muncaster Castle, Tree Top Treks, Lowther Castle and Hayes Garden World.

  • At 11.30am and 1.30pm, rockpooling will take place.
  • At 12.30pm and 3pm, there will be a coastal birds walk
  • At 2pm, storytelling for children and Sea Watch, where people will be able to explore where seals and porpoises live in St Bees waters.

People are encouraged to post photos to social media, using the hashtags #beachedart,#marinemudness #NationalMarineWeek