An asylum seeker was filmed giving the finger to protesters outside a migrant hotel before being ushered away by police.

The young man was headed towards the The Chine Hotel in Boscombe, Bournemouth, which was surrounded by a group of 40 anti-migrant protesters.

The late 19th century hotel is known for its stunning sea views and was a favourite of celebrities including Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy and Dame Vera Lynn.

As he approached the building with an officer, one protester asked the man out loud, 'where are you from mate?'

The migrant then flicked a cigarette towards the group before shouting back at them.