FOUR eggs have now been laid by the famous black swans in Dawlish.

The town’s iconic swans, which have been a feature since the early 20th century, have had a difficult few years but seem to be bouncing back.

The population was hit by an outbreak of Avian flu in 2020 which claimed the lives of 11 birds.

But since April 2011, the town has been actively trying to boost the population again since a breeding pair were brought in from Hull.

Now, the nesting site on the Brook has a couple nesting on at least four eggs.

Dad Bert is seen today dutifully looking after the eggs.