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Man fatally injured by cattle at National Trust site

Katy Prickett
News imageHanne Siebers/National Trust Felbrigg Hall, a multi-storey Jacobean-style stone, flint and brick built building with large mullioned windows and very tall chimneys. In front of it is grass covered in yellow daffodils and above it is a bright blue sky.Hanne Siebers/National Trust
The man was in Felbrigg Hall's parkland at the time of the incident, according to the National Trust

A man has died after being seriously injured by cattle while visiting a National Trust property.

Emergency services were called to Felbrigg Hall, near Cromer, at about 11:45 BST, Norfolk Police said.

"Despite efforts to save him, a man in his 70s sadly died at the scene," a spokesperson for the force added.

"His next of kin have been informed. Officers are investigating alongside colleagues from the Health and Safety Executive."

A National Trust spokesperson said "a member of the public was seriously injured while walking" and "despite the efforts of the paramedics" died at the scene.

"We are shocked and deeply saddened by this news, and our thoughts and condolences are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time," they added.

News imagePA Media A black rectangular sign mounted on metal gate railings features a white oak leaf logo and "THE NATIONAL TRUST" at the top, with the words "FELBRIGG HALL" written below it in a large, clean, white serif font.PA Media

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Felbrigg Hall was donated to the conservation charity in 1969, and its grounds include a lake and 211 hectares (520 acres) of woods.

It has been closed for the day, according to its website.

A Health and Safety Executive spokesperson said: "We are aware of this incident and making inquiries, working alongside Norfolk Police."

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