Human faeces being left on Snowdonia paths

Thousands of visitors have, as always, made the hjourney to the top of Snowdon over Easter weekend.

But, those caught short while out walking have been, according to social media reports, trying to hide the mess under stones and in paper cups along the Llanberis path.

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In another report, a woman claims to have seen a man defacating on the mountain's railway line while she was out leading a hike.

Some visitors have complained that the cafe and toilet at the summit of Snowdon are closed.

But, Snowdonia National Park Authority has stressed that there are toilets at the start of all the main paths that lead to the top and people should use them before setting out.

The authority's engagement officer, Helen Pye, said: "Snowdon is a national nature reserve and so it's really quite a special and fragile environment. But we also welcome tourists and want people to enjoy the area.

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"There are facilities at the bottom of all the main paths up Snowdon.

"This is unfortunately a small minority that perhaps aren't as well prepared, let's say and get caught short. Most of the visitors to Snowdon are fantastic, they come well prepared and use the facilities before they set off."