One of the most fun things to do on a sunny summer day is to go to the beach - or the next best thing.

In previous years, families have flocked to the sand pit in Coate Water for a day of sandcastles and sun lollies by the lakeside.

Our latest gallery brings together snapshots from the nineties and noughties of a popular part of the play park area.

Swindon Borough Council recently renovated the space to make it a more attractive attraction for little ones and more inclusive and accessible to children with additional needs.