The Mayor of Skegness has welcomed the boost brought to local businesses by a busy Bank Holiday weekend.

As well as all the popular attrcations, crowds were able to enjoy a number of special events, including the 50th anniversary celebration of The Village Church Farm Museum Robbo’s Skegness Scooter Rally ad a Star Wars Day at the Hildreds Centre.

Councillor Jimmy Brookes said it had been “really good” to see both visitors and residents out supporting shops, cafés and attractions, with the warm weather helping to draw crowds.

He said busy periods such as Bank Holidays are vital for the local economy, adding that it was encouraging to see people making the most of what Skegness has to offer.

Enjoying the sun at a Star Wars Day at the Hildreds Centre in Skegness.

placeholder image — Enjoying the sun at a Star Wars Day at the Hildreds Centre in Skegness.

"Skegness continues to be a popular destination and that support means a lot to our local economy and the people who live and work here.” he said.

Meanwhile, Skegness Area Business Chamber has also commented on the importance of the visitor economy.

Chair Paul McCooey said the hospitality sector plays ‘a critical role’ in the town, welcoming support measures but adding that further reform of the business rates system is still needed to ensure fairness for all businesses.

He said: “Whilst these proposed changes will take some pressure off this sector and is welcome we will continue to argue for fundamental reform of the Business Rates system so that is can be fair to all business”