A woman who went missing from her home has been found safe and well.

The 46-year-old woman was last seen at her home in Bridport, at 12.15am today when she went to bed. She was reported missing at 3.07am when it was discovered she was no longer there.

Her phone and handbag have been left at home.

Officers launched a major search for her in the local area, assisted by the NPAS helicopter.

She was later found safe and well in the Bridport area.