Condoms and lingerie were left strewn across a popular beauty spot after what a disgusted councillor believes was a "sex orgy".

The discovery was made at Gorrell Valley Nature Reserve in Whitstable by Ashley Clark, who took pictures of the mess left behind by randy revellers.

The Conservative, who represents Seasalter ward, found the rubbish on Saturday morning between Benacre Wood and the standing stones in the reserve - formally known as Duncan Down.

He believes the mass of litter - which included knickers, condoms, empty cider cans and a Pringles pot - "told a story of events that had taken place earlier".

There was also broken glass scattered on the grass where a bottle appeared to have been thrown at one of the standing stones.

It follows a similar incident last July when beer bottles, drugs and a burning fire had been left behind at the scenic open space.

Cllr Clark, who is also secretary of the Friends of Duncan Down, said it took him about an hour to clear the litter.

"Generally on the nature reserve the litter situation has improved over the last year," he said.

"I think that is largely due to the fact that the majority of people respect this place and are prepared to help out by putting any items in the dog bins which can be used for general litter.

"People are much more conscientious about picking up dog mess too. While many things can be forgiven over time, the deliberate smashing of glass is an act of wanton criminality in an area frequented by families with young children and dog walkers.

"There is no need for anyone to bring alcohol onto a nature reserve."

The lead councillor for open spaces says he is aware other "totally unacceptable" behaviour that happens on the seafront.

He has urged anyone who witnesses similar incidents in the district to phone police on 101.

Complaints about litter in the town have dominated headlines over the past year, particularly during the summer, and many have pitched ideas on how to tackle the issue.

Furious locals have also complained about anti-social behaviour, speeding cars and nitrous oxide-use in central Whitstable.

PSPOs were introduced by the city council to address concerns about boozed-up youngsters wreaking havoc across the town.

They allow police or the authority's enforcement officers to dish out on-the-spot fines to rule-breakers.

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