Helen Skelton flaunts her incredible figure in a skimpy black bikini as she shares throwback snaps from her family holiday in France

She recently returned from enjoying the sun in the south of France with family and friends.

And Helen Skelton showed off a stunning bikini-clad figure in a slew of throwback snaps from her trip this week.

Taking to Instagram, the 40-year-old Blue Peter star posted a sweet montage of the outing as she made the most of the scorching weather.

Helen looked sensational in the skimpy black two-piece as she hit the beach with children Ernie, eight, Louis, six, and Elsie, two – who she shares with ex-husband Richie Myler, 33.

The large group seemed to have a great time as they paddled in the water before enjoying snacks on the sand.

Mom: Helen looked sensational in the skimpy black two-piece as she hit the beach with kids Ernie, eight, Louis, six, and Elsie, two

Helen captioned the post: ‘France 23. Because no one makes photo albums anymore… (maybe I should) good times with good people xxx’.

Earlier this week she was back showed off her ageless figure in holiday photos to celebrate mom Janet’s birthday.

Helen was wowed by the cut-out garment, which was accessorized with vintage brown shades, a necklace and small hoop earrings.

The sweet photo captured mother and daughter enjoying the sun on the beach, as Helen flashed a huge smile for the camera.

Meanwhile, mother Janet is right behind her, wearing a light blue shirt, straw hat and black sunglasses to hide from the heat.

‘HAPPPEEEE BIRTHDAY… to the most selfless, cheerful grandma we know. We love you, thanks for the cake @jillrmoa #birthday #granny #memories #motherbear,” (sic) the TV star captioned her post.

It comes just weeks after Helen officially split from her rugby player husband Richie, 16 months after their high-profile split.

The TV star was granted a decree nisi, announcing the end of their ten-year marriage, with the couple receiving confirmation of this by post.

Holiday: Taking to Instagram, the Blue Peter star shared a sweet montage from the outing as the group made the most of the scorching weather

Fun in the sun: They all seemed to be having a great time as they paddled in the water before enjoying snacks on the sand

Style: Helen then donned a chic white summer dress as she explored the city

Together: The TV star enjoys the outing with her family and friends

Bonjour: Helen captioned the post: ‘France 23. Because no one does photo albums anymore… (maybe I should) good times with good people xxx’

Strictly star Helen announced her split from England and Leeds Rhinos rugby league star Richie last April.

Since the end of their marriage, Richie has had a baby with new girlfriend Stephanie Thirkill, 32, the daughter of Leeds Rhinos president Andrew.

Helen and Richie are now waiting for an absolute decree to be granted that will legally seal the end of their ten-year marriage.

This is a legal formality once a decree nisi has been granted and will be issued by the court as neither party is contesting the divorce.

News of Helen’s divorce came as she revealed major changes in her life, including putting her former marital home up for sale and quitting her show on BBC Radio 5 Live so she can spend more time with her children.

It’s official: It comes just a week after Helen officially split from her rugby player husband Richie Myler, 16 months after their high-profile divorce

‘But she no longer closes herself off to anything. She is open to new adventures in every way and strives to say ‘yes’ to more things that fascinate her.’

Born and raised in Cumbria, Helen co-presented the BBC children’s program Blue Peter from 2008 to 2013 and has been a presenter on Countryfile since 2014.

The TV favorite also starred in Strictly Come Dancing last year, where she made it to the final.