Many people are able to work at home thanks to computers and the widespread use of the internet.

Now enthusiasts have made it possible for people to go surfing on the beach.

The service, called PiertoPier, is being offered free. It relies on donations, volunteers and the latest technology to keep going.

It's ideal for freelances who have the time to nip out of their home and on to the shingle on warm days.

And the service could be tempting for other workers to leave the office and slip away to catch up with their email while topping up the tan.