Claire Sweeney, 51, looks sensational in a plunging green maxi dress in sun-soaked Barbados

Claire Sweeney certainly didn't have the January blues as she hit the beach in sunny Barbados on Thursday. Gorgeous: Claire Sweeney, 51, certainly didn't have the January blues as she hit the beach in sunny Barbados on Thursday The stylish frock featured tiered ruffle detailing as well a racy plunging neckline. Beach babe: The actress looked gorgeous in a stylish green dress as she enjoyed a stroll on the sand during her stay on the stunning Caribbean island Stunner: The stylish frock featured tiered ruffle detailing as well a plunging neckline, as she appeared to go braless beneath it The stunner sported a glamorous palette of make-up for the outing and styled her blonde tresses into loose curls. Chat: She met up with friends who were soaking up the sun in swimsuits Pricey: She toted her essentials in a £1,440 YSL beach bag and accessorised with a selection of gold jewellery Paddle: Claire later enjoyed a paddle as she took in the magnificent views 'The plan is to start going to the gym and hot yoga five days a week, because it's amazing for weight loss and strengthening my core.' Posh: While away, Claire has also been enjoying meals out at Mango Bay restaurant, where she rang in the New Year and the famous Lonestar Leggy: She put on a very leggy display as she strolled along the shore Family getaway: The star has been holidaying with a group of friends and her son Jaxon, seven, who is her son from a past relationship with her ex Daniel Reilly 'I'm a stone overweight at the moment but that'll come off.