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.
'Largest' ever Loughborough Fair is in town next month
The 804th edition of Loughborough Fair is due to be the biggest yet.
Warning from police about scam text
It is related to winter fuel payments.
Police and Crime Commissioner says hate crime will not be tolerated
It is National Hate Crime Awareness Week (11–18 October 2025)
Woman threatened during burglary in Loughborough
"Did you see or hear anyone or any vehicles in the area around that time?"
Loughborough athletes will compete at World Triathlon Championship Finals
A total of 18 competitors from the University will represent their nations.
Halloween cinema event coming to Loughborough
One of the films on show is Hocus Pocus.
Loughborough Diwali lights switch-on plans
The lights will be switched on at 7pm.
Face masks required in some parts of Leicester's hospitals
They have not yet asked for masks to be worn in all areas.
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