LIKE many people who live in picturesque Dorset will know, it can sometimes look even more beautiful from the sky.

In recent months, many have started taking snaps of the county from a whole new angle, as drone technology enjoys it's first foray into the mainstream market.

As reported in the Echo, The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and tourism board VisitEngland has launched the 400ft Britain challenge as a way to “celebrate the beauty of the countryside” while educating drone owners on how to safely use the technology.

Drones have become increasingly popular among amateur users but safety concerns have been raised following more than 40 reported “near-misses” involving aircraft in 2016.

So the CAA came up with a competition that would educate amateur drone users whilst showing off the countryside at the same time.

Photos should be taken from no more than 400ft and can be entered in to the competition using the hashtag #400ftBritain on social media such as Instagram and Twitter.

Follow these steps to make sure you are flying safely and legally: Make sure you can see your drone at all times and don’t fly higher than 400 feet Always keep your drone away from aircraft, helicopters, airports and airfields Use your common sense and fly safely; you could be prosecuted if you don’t.

Drones fitted with cameras must not be flown: within 50 metres of people, vehicles, buildings or structures over congested areas or large gatherings such as concerts and sports events Entries from Dorset may be featured in the Echo as and when they are sent to organisers.