Town centre building damaged in fire

A three-storey building in Newark town centre has been severely damaged by a fire.

Firefighters from Newark, Collingham, Southwell and Brant Broughton tackled a blaze at a building on the corner of Barnbygate and Appletongate which broke out on the second floor at around 1am today.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue said two people were led to safety but no-one was reported to have been injured.

It said the second floor was severely damaged by fire and the first floor flat was severely damaged by smoke, fire and water run-off.

The ground floor, occupied by Jon Brambles Estate Agents, has been damaged by smoke and water run-off and will be closed until January 2.

Firefighters used eight breathing apparatus, four hose reels and a nine-metre aerial platform ladder to tackle the blaze.

Mr West added that crews would be in the town today to reassure residents and members of the public following the fire.