THERE has been a 'significant' rockfall from a cliff in west Dorset.

Rocks fell on East Beach, West Bay yesterday, prompting warnings to stay clear from the top and base of cliffs.

Rangers are carrying out an inspection to make sure the site is safe and to put signs in place.

A spokesman for Bridport Fire Station said: "There has been another significant rock fall on East Beach, West Bay.

"Always stay clear from the top and base of cliffs. Rockfalls can happen any anytime and without warning".

A spokesman for Dorset Council said: "This is a minor fall that was not from full height of the cliff. Our rangers will check the site and make sure signage is in place.

"Rock falls and landslips are part of the geological nature of the Jurassic Coast. Wave action will slowly break down and move the material along the coast. This will become shingle and sand on our beaches.

"People should not be near the cliff edges or bases and should not climb the rock fall, which is still unstable"