TWO 'disorientated' people were led to safety by the Coastguard after they became stuck in the mud as thick fog descended on Burnham-on-Sea beach.

Burnham Coastguard were called to the beach at 5.48pm on Monday (December 30) after receiving a report that two people were stuck in the mud and calling for help.

The pair had been enjoying a fresh walk along the beach while visiting the area when the thick fog descended and enveloped them which left them disorientated with no visible lights or landmarks to head towards.

As they continued to walk they wandered towards the mud and at that point they called for help.

They called 999 and asked for the Coastguard. BARB Search & Rescue were also sent to the incident.

A spokesperson for Burnham Coastguard, said: "As we gathered more info the persons in difficulty were still on the phone to our Coastguard Operations Centre (CGOC) which is based over in Milford Haven and they told them that a local fisherman had heard them calling and went along to assist them back to safety of the beach and a pathway back onto the clearer roadside.

"We caught up with them just by Trinity Rise and ensured they were OK and were not in need of any medical assistance.

"They were very thankful to the fisherman and explained how the fog had come in so quickly and was like nothing they had experienced before.

"With all persons safe and well and off of the beach we were able to stand down and return to station, but not before we had a visit to the Christmas lights for a photo.

"Who doesn't love a bit of Christmas spirit.

"A big well done to the fisherman who helped the two ladies back to safety, his local knowledge saved the day for two very worried visitors. Another fine example of Burnham's wonderful community.

"As always if you are in difficulty along the coast, dial 999 and ask for the Coastguards.

"Have a happy and safe New Year."