A woman had to be rescued from the shoreline near Flamborough after getting into trouble.

Bridlington Coastguard teams were called to Thornwick Bay at 9.30pm after being alerted by a member of the public.

A search was undertaken and the woman was located near the shore at the popular beauty spot.

The rescue helicopter was sent to the scene while ambulance crews also attended.

Coastguard helicopter responding to an emergency

A Coastguard spokesman said: "We were called the Thornwick Bay at 9.30pm after reports a woman was in the water.

"A short search was carried out and she was found at the shoreline.

"Bridlington rescue team managed to locate her and take her to safety but the lifeboat was not needed.

"It was clear she needed immediate medical attention and she was taken by helicopter to Hull Royal Infirmary. The rescue was completed by 1.10am."