A popular North Yorkshire theme park has announced today on social media that some areas of the theme park will be closed due to "circumstances beyond our control".

Flamingo Land in Malton, North Yorkshire, announced the news on social media this morning much to the dismay of visitors who were planning to attend.

The park took to Facebook to confirm the Dinostone Park and Swoosh areas will be closed today, which includes both rides and attractions.

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Currently, the reason for this is unknown.

A social media post from the park said: "We are very sorry however due to circumstances beyond our control, some areas of the park will be closed today.

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"Rides and Attractions in the Dinostone Park and Swoosh area of the resort will not operate.

"Any guests with pre-booked tickets who wish to visit on an alternative day can do so at no extra cost by emailing our customer services team."

The Northern Echo has contacted Flamingo Land for more information.