Visitors going to Wollaton Park have been reminded to "enjoy the beautiful deer from a distance" after a man was pictured hand feeding a stag.
Snaps taken by a wildlife photographer, who does not wish to be named, show a man petting and feeding a deer on Monday, May 18 at around 4.30pm.
Last year, visitors were warned against approaching the deer after pictures emerged of people taking selfies with them.
In November 2018, a similar warning was issued after more pictures emerged of people getting too close to the animals.
Visitors have been reminded the deer are wild animals and their behaviour can be unpredictable.
Nottingham City Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, Councillor Dave Trimble, said: “Most people who visit Wollaton Hall and Park sensibly enjoy our beautiful deer from a distance, observing the many prominent and substantial signs around the park advising of the risks to themselves and the animals in getting too close.
“It’s disappointing that there are still some people who choose to ignore these signs or apply common sense, risking injury and unsettling the deer. We would simply remind people that the deer are wild animals whose behaviour cannot be predicted, and should be left in peace to roam and observed from a distance.
“If anyone has any concerns about an animal or the way visitors are behaving around the deer, they should report this to a member of staff and we will investigate.”
