UK Dog Surfing Championships – in pictures

Event held at Branksome Dene Chine Beach in Bournemouth

Marina White and her dog Coco warm up before racing in Bournemouth, England, where the fourth UK Dog Surfing Championships is being held on Branksome Dene Chine Beach. Getty

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - JULY 23: A competitor dressed as Scooby Doo and their dog warm up before the racing, on July 23, 2022 in Bournemouth, England. The UK Dog Surfing Championships is being held for its 4th year, taking place at Branksome Dene Chine Beach with dog surfing heats and family entertainment throughout the day. (Photo by Finnbarr Webster / Getty Images)

The event features a 'doggy' paddleboard race. Getty

Elizabeth Wilkinson in action with her dog Diogie. PA

Elizabeth Wilkinson (dressed as Queen Elizabeth II) with her dog Diogie run down the beach towards their paddle boards. PA

Competitors take part in a heat. PA

More action from the beach. Now in its fourth year, it is expected to attract up to 3,000 people. PA

A loose dog runs up to the finish line. PA

Dogs are all checked to make sure they are happy in the water - but any dog can enter. PA

The competition is believed to be the UK's only dog surfing event. PA

Marina White and her dog Coco (L) take part. PA

A competitor and their dog race towards the finish line. PA

Hugh McNally and his dog Scout. PA

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