Two fire engines were sent to the scene.
Leicestershire Fire and Rescue attended a fire at a derelict building in Barrow Upon Soar today and now believe that it was set alight on purpose.
The property on Sileby Road has 6 square meters of damage to the rear end of the ground and 1st floor.
Emergency services sent one appliance from Loughborough and another from Western to put out the flames.
It was confirmed a 12:49 that the fire had been extinguished.
Irish Clothing Company in Loughborough closes
Iris Clothing Company in Loughborough closes
The circus is coming back to Loughborough
For the fifth year running, Pinder’s Circus will be making their comeback to Southfields Park.
3000 saplings already planted in new wood
Tree planting is continuing at the new Nanpantan Woodland!
The Outwood and Queens Park in Loughborough will be closed
The Outwood and Queens Park in Loughborough will be closed due to high winds
Former Council leader made Honorary Freeman
Former Charnwood Borough Council leader made Honorary Freeman
Loughborough Events 2026
Charnwood Borough Council has revealed its event programme and is investing around £160,000 over the next two years to ensure they continue to be free to attend, and there is plenty for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Hundreds of school children perform Leicestershire "big sing"
Hundreds of primary school children from across Leicestershire filled De Montfort Hall on Saturday 14th March to perform in Big Sing 2026: Voices in Harmony.
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