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Morning high tide pounds the shore as gulls stand their ground
Waves rolled up the pebble beach at sunrise while two gulls barely moved.
The rising morning tide pushed foaming waves all the way up the pebble beach at first light.
Two gulls resting on the shore only stepped back a few paces as the surf crept closer.
Coastal walkers are advised to check local tide tables and warnings before heading out.
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