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.
Leicestershire Rugby great retires after winning second world cup
The England Rugby player, Emily Scarratt has announced her retirement after winning her second Rugby World Cup in September.
Appeal for Witnesses or Dashcam following a fatal collision in Hathern
Officers appeal for information following a fatal collision in Hathern
Plan to scrap our local councils could save £44m a year
Plans to replace ten local and district councils in Leicestershire with three unitary authorities have been published.
'Largest' ever Loughborough Fair is in town next month
The 804th edition of Loughborough Fair is due to be the biggest yet.
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)
Woman threatened during burglary in Loughborough
"Did you see or hear anyone or any vehicles in the area around that time?"
Loughborough athletes will compete at World Triathlon Championship Finals
A total of 18 competitors from the University will represent their nations.
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