Much has been said and written over the improvements at Boscombe seafront over the past couple of years, but I must say – having seen the work going on steadily from the huge sand pyramid at the beginning of the year to the completion of the Urban Reef café and other much needed amenities – how amazing it has all turned out.

My wife and I had lunch there last week on a beautiful sunny day, and caught the atmosphere of enthusiasts enjoying the new watersports facilities adding to the general excitement of the place.

So well done, Bournemouth council, and let’s see more improvements to allow us to compete with other resorts both home and abroad.

Terry Lafferty, Stony Lane Christchurch