A Butlin's holiday camp has been forced to close to Bank Holiday visitors after reports of a sickness.

The popular Bognor resort has had to turn away day visitors after a number of sickness incidents were reported by guests.

Butlin's said it was taking the “precautionary measure” to close to day visitors from today until Tuesday.

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"We'd like to reassure you that the health of our guests and team remains our number one priority," a message posted at the resort said.

Visitors already checked in and families arriving for half term stays will be allowed to stay on the 60-acre West Sussex site.

A Butlin’s spokesman said: “We have had a very small number of sickness incidents reported on resort. In line with our strict hygiene and cleaning standards we have introduced a number of enhanced service measures, so as a precaution we have taken the difficult decision to close our day visits this weekend. We’ve contacted all guests to inform them.”