HIGHCLIFFE Castle will be closed temporarily from Wednesday, April 13 to Sunday, April 17.

Due to a staff shortage the Castle and shop will be closed to visitors.

The Tearooms, grounds and car park will be open as normal.

Children’s trail sheets will still be available from the Castle porch area.

The Castle will reopen from Monday April 18.

A BCP Council spokesperson said: "Highcliffe Castle and shop is unfortunately closing from tomorrow until Monday 18 April when it will reopen.

"The Tearooms, grounds and car park will be open as normal.

"Thank you for your understanding."