Two vehicles have crashed causing 'minor injuries' near to a major tourist attraction in Dorset.

Police officers and paramedics rushed to the scene at around 3.22pm after a crash involving two vehicles near to Lulworth Castle.

It is not known how many people were injured in the incident but the B3070 at East Lulworth is blocked is blocked whilst the vehicles are recovered.

There is heavy traffic in the area and motorists should find alternative routes if possible.

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "We were called today at 3.22pm to report of collision involving two vehicles on the B3070 in East Lulworth

"Officers attended with ambulance service and minor injuries were reported

Recovery has been requested for both vehicles and the road is blocked,"

South Western Ambulance Service has been contacted for more information.