HAMPSHIRE rescuers came to the aid of two boats in the Solent.

Crews from Lymington lifeboat station were called to Warden Lodge on the Isle of Wight to refloat a 34ft yacht. But soon after they sped to a yacht that had run aground at Newtown Creek, Isle of Wight, which was taking on water.

Both incidents took place on Saturday.

It is understood there were no injuries.