Police were forced to walk along the beach to tell tourists to move their vehicles after cars were left blocking emergency access to the seaside.

Hundreds of people have slowly began returning to the coast over the last week after Prime Minister Boris Johnson relaxed lockdown rules.

But officials were left enraged when motorists parked their cars over access to the beach for emergency vehicles.

Police later took social media to remind people to be considedrate.

Alford & Mablethorpe Police said: "This picture is of an access to the beach for emergency vehicles, it is not for show and it definitely is not a car park so people don't have to walk so far to the beach.

"Today we have had to walk along the beach getting people to move their vehicles to clear access in case there is an emergency.

"We should not have to do this, please have a bit more consideration for everyone's safety."

People were quick to condemn the actions of the motorists online.

Davina Louse said: "You’re doing an amazing job, every body in this town appreciates it!

"If people had brains they’d be dangerous."

Theresa Geoff said: "People are selfish and ignorant, personally I would like to see them issued with tickets - they would perhaps remember that in the future."

Owen Stokes said: "The issue is the government say the beaches are open and you’re welcome to travel to them but then the car parks are all closed. It’s a confusing situation.

"If allowed, people will travel.

"Maybe the local councils and the government should follow the same sets of rules."