THE arrival of a beach in an East Lancashire town was so popular it reopened on Sunday.

Barnoldswick’s Golden Mile has again taken over the Town Square, dubbed “Britain’s best inland beach”.

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As you would expect, there were donkey rides for the little ones, a surf simulator, treasure trails and a crafty corner.

There was even a performance by Barlick Brass Band and organisers hastily arranged for the event to run an extra day.

A spokesman for the event said: “Due to popular demand, and through a generous offer of some extra volunteering, Barnoldswick Beach was open on Sunday.”

Barnoldswick Beach is open from 10am to 4pm, Monday to Saturday until August 30.

It is free – organisers are collecting for Barnoldswick in Bloom with a suggested donation of £1 for each child.