Just a tick — take time to find out about Lyme disease

Tips on preventing tick bites include wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants and using insect repellent

After being outdoors in areas with high grass, woodland, or sand dunes it's wise to check your body for bites.

People enjoying outdoor activities during the June bank holiday are being advised to take precautions against tick bites which could lead them to contracting Lyme disease.

Ticks are most active during the warmer months of summer and autumn and are often found in areas with high grass, woodland and sand dunes.