Vandals have forced a playground in a popular park to close for repairs.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: St George's Park is off limits because of vandals who have damaged the surface Photo: Liz CoatesSt George's Park is off limits because of vandals who have damaged the surface Photo: Liz Coates (Image: Liz Coates)

The playground in St George's Park, Great Yarmouth, was closed this morning (Tuesday August 6) as soon as the damage to the play surface was discovered.

The apparatus - a magnet for families in the summer holidays - has been sealed off for repairs.

It is hoped it can re-open on Friday August 9.

A spokesman for Great Yarmouth Borough Council said the play surface had been damaged in three places and that the police were aware.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Matting has been ripped up by vandals at St George's Park Picture: Liz CoatesMatting has been ripped up by vandals at St George's Park Picture: Liz Coates (Image: Liz Coates)

Anyone who knows anything about the incident, or the identity of the offenders, is asked to contact Norfolk Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.