Firefighters called to tackle burning haystack

A large pile of hay which is on fire behind a wooden fence with fields all around.Image source, Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service
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The fire covered several hundred metres of ground in addition to the main haystack

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Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a farm that spread from a field and sent a large haystack up in flames.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue service was called to scene near Bucknell at 17:00 BST on Monday.

The fire covered several hundred metres of ground in addition to the main haystack, but firefighters confirmed it was brought under control within one hour.

The cause of the fire was unknown and crews worked with the farmer overnight to allow it to burn under control. No injuries were reported.