A 1960s chalet which blighted a historic castle has been demolished.

West Norfolk council last year agreed the house on the Lynn Road at Castle Rising, near King's Lynn, could be knocked down.

The property, called Flintstones, stood next to the ruins of Castle Rising.

Eastern Daily Press: The chalet which stood next to Castle RisingThe chalet which stood next to Castle Rising (Image: Google)

Castle Rising Estate said it represented "an aging and poor example of late 20th century architecture" which was at odds with its setting.

It has been given planning permission for a pair of "traditionally-styled" cottages where it stood.

It said in a planning statement they would offer "a sympathetic opportunity to develop the site" and remove "an ageing and arguably detrimental structure".

Eastern Daily Press: Castle Rising, near King's LynnCastle Rising, near King's Lynn (Image: Ian Burt)

English Heritage describes the castle, owned by Lord Howard of Rising, as "one of the largest, best preserved and most lavishly decorated keeps in England, surrounded by 20 acres of mighty earthworks".

It was built in the middle of the 12th century by the Norman lord William d'Albini.