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.
Do you know this man?
Police investigating an act of indecency at a music festival in Leicestershire have released an image of a man they wish to identify in connection with the incident.
New path improves access to beauty spot
A path leading to the Outwoods has been transformed thanks to a full-scale resurfacing project.
45 medals for Loughborough athletes at Commonwealth Games
Loughborough University-linked athletes have closed out the 2026 Commonwealth Games having won a mammoth 45 medals.
taxi driver praised for preventing further fraud loss
Quick thinking taxi driver praised for preventing further fraud loss
New aviary coming to Loughborough’s Queen’s Park
New aviary coming to Loughborough’s Queen’s Park
Three Fire Crews attend Garden Fire in Hinckley 25th July
Hinckley Fire caused damage to Outbuildings and trees due to an unattend soldering iron
Loughborough three parks have all been awarded the prestigious award,
The Rectory Wildlife Garden, Forest Road Greenbelt and Queen's Park all win Green flag awards
Tributes to former leader Nick Rushton
Leicestershire County Council pays tribute to former LCC Leader Nick Rushton who has sadly passed away
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