Appeal after vandalism at Derbyshire beauty spot

The council said the vandalism took place over the bank holiday weekend

Part of a popular tourist area has been targeted by vandals, prompting an appeal for witnesses.

Derbyshire Dales District Council said a ranger spotted ground on High Tor, near Matlock Dale, had been dug up, which is believed to have happened between Friday evening and Monday.

Some of the stones "may have been thrown over the cliff edge", the council said.

Rangers will repair the site, and the damage has been reported to police.

The council said it was welcoming any witness statements from members of the public about "anything suspicious" they may have seen in the area over the bank holiday weekend.

Some of the stones loosened by vandals could have been thrown over the cliff edge, the council said