This summer, you can rent a beach hut at Budleigh Salterton.

Running from April 1, until October 23, the new scheme by East Devon District Council includes five large huts and seven small ones. The new huts were put in place last week, replacing the broken structures from last season.

EDDC Budleigh and Raleigh ward Councillor Paul Jarvis said: “This can only be a step forward in sharing our wonderful resources. Both locals and visitors can both enjoy the use of the huts, giving them all a truly unique Budleigh experience.”

Cllr for Budleigh, Tom Wright, added: “It will be wonderful to be able to offer these bright new beach huts. After two dreadful years an omen of things to come.”

A small beach hut for a day will cost £35 and £110 for the week. A large hut for the day will cost £40 and £120 for a week.

To hire a hut or make inquiries about availability, contact Budleigh Information Centre on 01395 445275 , email info@visitbudleigh.com or use the booking inquiry form on www.lovebudleigh.co.uk or www.visitbudleigh.com