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Town Hall reopens after fire

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Friday, 22 May 2026 at 19:44

Loughborough Town Hall has reopened to visitors after a fire earlier this week.

Police were called at just after 7.30pm on Wednesday 20th May about a fire had been started in the toilets of the building.

Officers attended with colleagues from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service.

A statement from the Town Hall on Friday said that after detailed assessments and checks on the building it was deemed safe for the venue to reopen.

A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. He has since been released on bail and an investigation is continuing.

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