A cyclist has been seriously injured and a road was closed following a crash in north Norfolk.

The A149 Cromer Road in Antingham, south of Cromer, was shut to traffic due to the collision, which happened just before 6am today.

Norfolk Police asked drivers to avoid the area and find alternative routes.

A male cyclist and a car were involved in the crash.

The road was closed between Southrepps Road and Greens Road.

Emergency services including fire, police and ambulance crews attended the scene.

A police spokeswoman said the cyclist has sustained serious injuries but they are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing at this time.

They have been taken to hospital for treatment.

The road reopened at 9am.