Vandals have caused £30,000 worth of damage to the castle

Councillors are set to make an order banning the consumption of alcohol at Flint Castle following complaints by neighbours and visitors.

There have been reports of bottles and cans being thrown about and damage to the 13th-century structure.

On Tuesday Flintshire County Council's executive board is being asked to designate the castle an alcohol-free zone.

It means no-one will be able to drink at the castle on the bank of the Dee Estuary and police will be able to confiscate alcohol if they find anyone doing so.

Welsh monuments agency CADW says vandals have caused £30,000 worth of damage at the site.

And North Wales Police say the castle has historically suffered from minor vandalism as it has been a known area for youngsters to congregate and drink.

Both organisations are backing the introduction of the ban under the Criminal Justice and Police Act 2001.

Consultation has taken place about the proposed order and there has been no opposition.