Fire At Former Mushroom Farm Near Great Bowden Thought To Be Deliberate
Written by HFM News on 17th September 2021
It is believed a large blaze at a former mushroom farm near Great Bowden was started deliberately.
A large derelict building at the site on Welham Lane was well alight when 999 calls were made just before 10pm last night.
Fire crews from Market Harborough, Wigston, Desborough and an aerial ladder platform from Birstall were sent to tackle the blaze.
They remained at the scene all night and Police are still at the site today.
A spokesperson for Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service told Hfm: “The cause is believed to be deliberate ignition by persons unknown, however Fire Investigation is currently underway.”
Police are appealing for information about the fire – call 101 and quote reference 21*540053 if you can help.
Aerial photo of the damaged building Pic: Andy Carpenter
Pic: Desborough Fire Station
Aerial photo of the damaged building Pic: Andy Carpenter
Pic: Desborough Fire Station
Pic: Desborough Fire Station
