Firefighters tackle blaze at historic hotel

Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at the former Raven Hotel

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at a historic former hotel in Droitwich Spa.

Flames have been seen rising from the top of the Raven Hotel, in St Andrews Street, on Sunday.

Hereford and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service said six fire appliances had been sent to the scene alongside "other specialist vehicles".

It advised people to stay clear of the area and recommend that those living nearby close all windows and doors.

Emergency repair work to stop the building collapsing had been completed in March

On social media, Richard Morris, leader of Wychavon District Council, said: "This is so sad. This is our town's history, 1452."

Councillor Neil Franks said: "I'm utterly horrified to watch our Raven Hotel burning."

In March, the council said emergency repair work to stop the collapse the former hotel in Droitwich Spa was almost complete.