Mine valley fence to stop bikers

A valley in Cornwall is to be fenced off in a bid to stop motorcyclists from using the Mining World Heritage site.

The county council says the valley at Wheal Maid, near Carharrack, and its 19th Century remains need protecting.

The council says the damage scrambler bikes cause is unacceptable - and illegal - and it is to close off the whole valley to them to stop it.

Local people say bikers' noise and dust also causes problems. Carrick Council and police are supporting the plan.

The county council said although some bikers would be frustrated, it was doing all it could to provide other legitimate sites in the county.