Four Essex men broke strict Covid rules as they drove hundreds of miles to Wales in a bid to climb Snowdon. 

Welsh Police took to Twitter yesterday to slam the four men - who have now been reported for Covid-19 offences and are set to face fines. 

Essex residents are supposed to be staying home for all but essential travel under Tier 4 restrictions.

Tier 4 restrictions are also in place in Wales, meaning residents should only leave their homes for a small number of reasons including exercise, work, education, childcare and medical reasons.

The tweet said: "4 males who had travelled from Essex (Tier 4 area therefore essential journeys only) to climb Snowdon have all been reported for COVID-19 offences Wales is at Level 4.

"Please StayHome All visitors will be welcomed back when it is right and safe to do so Keep Wales Safe"