Despite countless warnings having been issued about the dangers of climbing West Bay's fragile cliffs, people have been pictured risking their lives, and the lives of others, by clambering all over the famous landmark during the Easter break.

Photographer Graham Hunt snapped these photos of people relaxing, climbing and even picnicking at the base of the cliffs on East Beach during the Bank Holiday weekend.

Others were caught at the top of the cliffs peering over the edge.

A fresh warning has been issued to those visiting the coast.

A spokesman for West Bay Coastguard said the coastguard 'is not here to be the constant voice of doom pointing out the potential dangers of everything' but that they 'want everyone to be aware of the local hazards, use good judgement, common sense, and take home only happy memories.'

The spokesman said: "We want people to visit the coast and have a fantastic time doing it. The Jurassic Coast is a beautiful place to come and visit, but it is also an ever-changing and dynamic natural environment. Coastal erosion that can cause rock falls, landslides and mudslides is a natural part of this environment, and these can happen at any time and without warning.

"The truth is that we just don’t know when the next cliff fall might occur - it could be in the next 50 seconds or the next 50 years."

Last summer, heavy rain triggered two huge cliff falls at West Bay in the space of a week.

In 2012, Charlotte Blackman was killed by a rockfall as she walked along the Jurassic Coast at Burton Bradstock.

The coastguard spokesman said: "It’s the unpredictability of these dangers which poses the greatest risk to the public, and people have lost their lives in the area of coastline where these pictures were taken.

"However there are some really simple things you can do to keep you and your family safe.

"Read all of the local signage and safety information - there is very clear signage on the beach and at the base of the cliffs which clearly states 'Danger of Rockfalls,' 'Keep Clear of Cliffs,' 'Serious Risk of Injury or Death.'

"We are seeing people all of the time right on the very edge of the cliff peering over, or sat on the cliff edge with their legs dangling, all trying to take the perfect photograph or selfie. This is very dangerous and we have to ask the question 'what photograph is worth risking your life?'

The coastguard urges you to dial 999 and ask for the coastguard if you find yourself in difficulty, if you see something that gives you cause for concern or even if you are just not sure.