Walker in his 70s is killed by cattle while visiting National Trust property

By JOSHUA HAINING, NEWS REPORTER Published: 20:53, 13 July 2026 | Updated: 20:54, 13 July 2026 A walker in his 70s was trampled to death by cattle while visiting a National Trust site today.  Emergency services rushed to Felbrigg Hall, near Cromer in Norfolk at about 11.45am. Sadly, the man died from his injuries on the parkland grounds. Following the death, the National Trust site has closed for the rest of the day and tomorrow. A police spokesperson said: 'Despite efforts to save him, a man in his 70s sadly died at the scene.' 'His next of kin have been informed. Officers are investigating alongside colleagues from the Health and Safety Executive.' A National Trust spokesperson said: 'Emergency services were called to the parkland at Felbrigg Hall on Monday 13th July after a member of the public was seriously injured while walking.  'Despite the efforts of the paramedics, the person tragically died at the scene.  A man was killed by cattle at Felbrigg Hall, pictured, located near Cromer in Norfolk today The site's grounds span 520 acres and include woodland, a lake and a walled garden The property which was built in the 17th century, was donated to the National Trust in 1969 'We are shocked and deeply saddened by this news, and our thoughts and condolences are with their family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.' This is not the first death to occur on the Norfolk estate. In 2007, Daniel Mullinger, 11, was killed by a 23-metre long tree branch that fell on him, while visiting the estate on an orienteering trip with his school. Felbrigg Hall was built in the 17th century and was donated to the National Trust in 1969.  Its grounds include 520 acres of woodland, a lake, and a walled garden.