People in Norfolk are being warned about rogue traders offering tree cutting and garden work.

The warning from Norfolk County Council comes after a homeowner in Attleborough received a knock at the door by "a man claiming be working nearby and offering to trim trees and general garden work".

In a second case, two males approached a person in the Necton area offering to cut trees overhanging their garden.

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They were driving a white Nissan Cabstar pickup.

A spokesman for the council said: "Our advice is never deal with doorstep cold callers and never agree to have work done on or around your property if approached in this way.

"When looking to have work done only deal with reputable companies you have researched and chosen yourself and have obtained a written quotation from."

If people see cold callers operating in Norfolk they have been advised to contact the council through the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 0808 223 1133 or Norfolk Constabulary via 101.