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.
Plans finalised for new skatepark at Miners’ Welfare Park
It's been designed to suit skateboarders, scooters, in-line skates, and BMX riders.
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)
Morrisons in Hinckley evacuated
A fire engine is at the supermarket.
Young people spotted climbing and jumping on the roofs of Nuneaton buildings
"We would also urge parents to please check where their children are playing."
New £1.1m NHS facility in the centre of Hinckley opens
It has ten treatment rooms and two large treatment gyms.
Face masks required in some parts of Leicester's hospitals
They have not yet asked for masks to be worn in all areas.
‘Spooktacular Saturday’ returns to Hinckley
It will take place in Hinckley’s Britannia Shopping Centre.
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Kenny with all his usual stuff for a Saturday
Noon - 5:00pm
Steph plays the best tunes for your weekend.
Can't Get Enough
Jennifer Lopez
When Smokey Sings
ABC
Sun Street
Katrina & The Waves
Waffle House
Jonas Brothers