IF there's a free boat ride going, then Bradley the dog is up for it.

When her owner Tim Cox, of Teign Seasports Southwest, based at Teignmouth harbour, decided to try out a new attraction, Bradley leapt on board as well.

Tim was putting a demonstration stand- up paddle board – set to become the new craze for the summer – through its paces, and Bradley hitched a ride across the harbour as well.

'She has always been around the water, and just loves it. Bradley has been on every type of boat, and as I pushed off, she jumped on and enjoyed the trip,' said Tim, whose wife Sue took the picture.

'These boards originated in Hawaii and came into this country about two years ago. They are multi-purpose and can be used for surfing and paddling, and are becoming more and more popular.

'With Bradley on board, it just showed how stable they are.'