Fire breaks out at popular pier overnight

Fire crews left the pier at around 09:00 BST on Saturday

A fire broke out at Mumbles Pier during the early hours of Saturday morning.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said six fire engines were sent to the pier, in Swansea Bay, at around 03:52 BST.

Witnesses reported seeing smoke coming from the amusement arcades as well as a "burning smell".

There were no reported injuries, but the pier said its amusements and cafe would be closed until further notice.

Mid and West Wales fire service sent six fire engines to the pier during the early hours of Saturday

Mumbles Pier said on Facebook: "Our site will remain closed today, this includes the Amusements, Big Wheel, cafe and Copperfish, please be patient with us at this time. More information will be released shortly."

Chris Faulder, 61, from Gorseinon, Swansea, was out fishing when he saw fire engines travelling towards the pier at around 04:00.

"I didn't realise at first, as the area is so dark," he said.

"I could see the fire engines travelling closer, then there was a lot of smoke and a burning smell in the air.

"There was a small flame on the left side of the building, but mainly smoke covered the area."

He added: "I'm glad that no one was hurt."

In 2022, a nightclub at the base of Mumbles Pier was gutted by fire, though the pier itself was not damaged.