Two parks have closed this afternoon after strong winds battered the county.

Holt Country Park and Pretty Corner Woods in Sheringham have closed as a safety precaution after 50mph winds hit north Norfolk.

The closure comes as the winds have blown branches and debris on to the paths.

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Pretty Corner Woods by Sheringham.Pretty Corner Woods by Sheringham. (Image: NNDC)

The parks, operated by the North Norfolk District Council, will be closed for as long as the strong winds continue.

News of the reopening will be posted on the relevant social media.

Gale-force winds have caused lots of disruption in the north of the county, with a widespread power cut disrupting more than 300 homes near Fakenham and a fallen tree blocking the A148.