A LARGE boat ended up grounded on Mudeford Spit over the weekend after being moored overnight.

Beachgoes were surprised to see the Rodman 1250 yacht on the shore near Hengistbury Head on Sunday morning.

It was reported that it was moored overnight on Saturday and ended up grounded on the sandy beach the next day.

Bournemouth Echo: The boat ran aground near Hengistbury Head over the weekend. Picture: Julie McHamishThe boat ran aground near Hengistbury Head over the weekend. Picture: Julie McHamish

High tide was not due until 10pm on Saturday night and it was still on the beach on bank holiday Monday.