Neighbours next to Rosary cemetery just off Rosary Road describe shocking scenes of drug use, bonfires on gravestones and human waste being left at the burial ground.

And they are calling on Norwich City Council to take action to protect the site.

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One woman, who lives near the cemetery and does not want to be named, said: "There are constant problems.

"There's always been a problem around here with drugs and anti-social behaviour.

"In the past we have had people coming in and building bonfires on gravestones.

"There have been wild campers up there.

Those who live near the cemetery say that there are people who camp by the chapel on the site (Image: Jack Warren, Newsquest) "Human faeces and lavatory paper.

"Our local council does the best they can.

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