Beauty spot blighted by 'waterfall' of Prosecco and Costa cups created by 'half-wits'

Bank Holidays draw crowds of walkers to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), many of whom will queue patiently for their turn to take a summit photo. Most will pause for a drink, a bite to eat and some well-deserved rest.

Whether intentionally or not, some will contribute to the litter problem that has marred the mountain in recent years. The British Mountaineering Council (BMC), one of several groups striving to keep the peak rubbish-free, suggests that many items are discarded unintentionally.

"In our experience, most people will try to pick up what they have dropped," said a spokesperson. "But they can't if their litter has blown out of reach and in an inaccessible location."

One such site is the Trinity Gullies on Clogwyn Y Garnedd, located just below Yr Wyddfa's summit. Comprising three separate gullies, the central climb is among Wales' most renowned winter climbs. It's a spot where seasoned mountaineers meet casual walkers, reaching the summit to be welcomed by crowds taking selfies and enjoying picnics, reports North Wales Live.

The BMC labels the Trinity Gullies as one of the nation's "most iconic and environmentally significant locations". However, recent photos have exposed a shocking sight. Scattered across sections of the 300-metre cliff face are heaps of brightly coloured clothes, plastics and food wrappers.

The shocking state of littering in parts of the Welsh countryside has sparked outrage among locals and visitors alike. Online, one individual expressed their dismay, saying: "How sad to see such amazing parts of the Welsh countryside being ruined by humans." Another person commented on the situation, stating: "Regardless of how many people tab up there each year, that amount of rubbish is absolutely deplorable. Shame