OUR dads mean everything to us, with many supporting their loved ones and family prior and during the coronavirus pandemic.

This is why we launched the Bournemouth Daily Echo Father's Day 2021 competition, to put the spotlight on doting dads, playful papas, new dads and well-loved fathers.

Loving family members from across Bournemouth and Dorset have been telling us all about their dads and partners who are fathers and just how much they mean to them.

The entries for the contest are now in and we're looking for votes from our readers to decide which beloved dad should be crowned this year's winner.

Peruse our gallery of 25 local dads, all of whom are contenders for the coveted prize.

The winner will scoop £50 of vouchers and will make a special appearance in the Bournemouth Daily Echo and online.

Fill in the voting slip in today's paper to cast your vote.