Bomb disposal experts have been called to Heacham following reports of ordnance on the beach.

Eastern Daily Press: Bomb disposal experts have been called to Heacham following reports of ordnance on the beach. Photo: Harry RutterBomb disposal experts have been called to Heacham following reports of ordnance on the beach. Photo: Harry Rutter (Image: Archant)

Norfolk Police said it was called to the scene by the coastguard at 4.30pm on Saturday after a 'metal cylinder' was found.

Photographs from the scene show a rusted object between some rocks, cordoned off by police tape.

An RAF bomb disposal team was sent to the beach to deal with the device.

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