A large cordon has been placed around Nottingham Castle due to a “police incident”.

Officers have closed a number of roads and footpaths leading to the landmark in the city centre, with forensic officers at the scene.

Nottinghamshire Police warned of closures in Hounds Gate, Maid Marian Way, Standard Hill and Lenton Road in a statement on social media on Saturday morning.

The force has been contacted for further information about the nature of the incident.