Beach festival organisers issue sun safety advice

Those attending Port Erin event are urged to stay hydrated and wear suncream

Organisers of the Port Erin Beach Festival are urging those attending to stay safe in the sun as temperatures are set to rise again today.

Ronaldsway Met Office is forecasting highs of 27 degrees celsius.

The event takes place today and tomorrow and will include a five-a-side football contest, a dog show and stalls from a number of local organisations.

Those behind the festival are asking those attending to stay hydrated, wear suncream and hats and to avoid leaving pets in cars.