North East Wales Search and Rescue was called out in the early hours of Tuesday morning to search for the man, who had disappeared at 11.40 on Monday night.

Low overnight temperatures on Monday meant that there was concern for his safety and because of this, a full scale search was launched.

The mountain rescue team from RAF Valley joined the search and rescue team, and the elderly man was found at 6.30 am, cold but otherwise fine.

Team leader Iain Ashcroft said: "We were contacted by the police and a full scale search was launched. He was found by one of the search and rescue dogs. It's always nice to find the person safe and well and get a good result for the team.

"This was the 16th callout we've had so far this year. Normally we have about 26 a year but last year we had 48, which was a record."

The North East Wales Search and Rescue Team consists of more than 40 volunteers and exists to help those who are missing or in need of rescue in North East Wales and neighbouring counties such as Cheshire and Powys.

The team provides a 24 hour, 365 days a year service and operates both in mountainous terrain as well as in more suburban areas.

Members take great pride in the service that they offers to the local communities, and makes a real contribution to saving life. It is a registered charity, like all mountain rescue teams.

It operates two vehicles that are fully kitted out with search, rescue and first aid equipment. The team is self-financing and relies on fund-raising efforts by members.