A group who became trapped in a mine near Bradford on Avon were lost for 10 hours.

The group were found trapped on the other side of a gated entry point of a local mine by the fire service.

Fire services were called out at around 10.30pm on May 11 along with MOD Police and a cave rescue team.

A spokesperson for Bradford on Avon Fire Station said: “At around 2230hrs last night we were mobilised alongside an officer, MOD Police and a cave rescue team to a rescue of persons trapped inside a local mine. 

“After some difficulties locating the trapped / lost persons, we eventually found them on the other side of a gated up entry / exit point. 

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“They explained that they had walked for miles to get to where they currently were and had been lost for approximately 10 hours. 

“After exhausting all other options, the decision was made to cut the persons out. 

“Crews used small tools, electric tools (including a saw) to remove the grate and eventually free them and returned home station at around 0300hrs. 

“We’d like to express to members of the public NOT to enter any mines or caves. 

“Not only is it very easy to get lost, it also hosts numerous other risks including, unsafe structures / risk of roof collapse and potentially unsafe Radon levels.”