A SEATON woman was joined by around 50 friends and family for her baptism in Seaton sea.

Julia Hatten, who has been a member of Seaton Baptist Church for years, decided to make a public declaration of her faith.

Julia, who is pregnant, said she wanted to do it before her baby was born.

She said: “It was a bit scary as I’m not that keen on water but afterwards I felt so peaceful and close to God.”