The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park was hit by two separate incidents of fly-tipping over the Easter bank holiday weekend, with waste dumped at two popular car parks.

Items including a freezer, window frames and a range of other objects were abandoned at the National Park Authority's car parks at St Govan's and Stack Rocks.

National Park Authority head of delivery, Charles Mathieson, said: "Fly-tipping is illegal and can damage the environment as well as putting human health at risk. It is very disappointing that people would dump this waste anywhere, let alone at these two iconic sites in the National Park.

"Disposing of the litter required a total of 12 hours of staff time, which meant they were diverted from their normal duties. As some of the waste was hazardous, staff had to wear protective clothing in order to ensure the litter was disposed of appropriately."

Fly-tipping is a crime and could land offenders with a fine of up to £50,000 and even result in imprisonment. Householders must also ensure their waste is disposed of by a registered waste carrier.

Dyfed-Powys Police and Pembrokeshire County Council's Environmental Health department have been informed.

To report fly-tipping on National Park Authority land please call 0845 345 7275.

To report all other fly-tipping incidents contact Pembrokeshire County Council on 01437 764551.