An injured horse and its rider were taken to a 'place of safety' by HM Coastguard this afternoon (December 13) following an incident at Widemouth Bay.

A spokesperson from HM Coastguard said: "HM Coastguard responded to reports of an injured horse and rider at Widemouth Bay this afternoon, December 13. Bude Coastguard Rescue Team was sent to the scene at around 3.15pm to provide safety cover, ensuring horse and rider were both taken to a place of safety."