Fire crews called to historic Loughborough bellfoundry

Tuesday, 30 January 2024 11:52

There was a fire in the stove roof.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service were in attendance at Loughborough's Bellfoundry this morning (30 January)

David Potter, Trustee of the Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust, said: "There was a small fire in the stove roof that was swiftly dealt with by trained staff. They managed the situation until the fire brigade arrived and resolved the matter."

John Taylor & Co in Loughborough is the last major bell foundry in the UK.

Fosse 107 has contacted Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service for a statement.

Video credit: Cllr Jewel Miah

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