Firefighters remain at scene of fire in derelict pub

A derelict building. The roof is burned down. There is an aerial ladder platform in front of the building. There is fire tape in the front of the image. The sky is grey with grey clouds. There are bushes on either side of the building. Stephen Richards

At 03:50, Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service confirmed two crews remained at the blaze, with an aerial ladder platform

Firefighters remain at the scene of a fire in a derelict building.

They have been on scene at the blaze at Boslowick Inn on Prislow Lane in Falmouth, Cornwall, since 21:30 GMT on Tuesday.

The fire service said the blaze was contained by 23:00 and crews were still on scene on Wednesday morning.

Devon and Cornwall Police have closed the lane and said a full investigation would be carried out.

A street dimly lit by street lights. On the road are four fire officers. Behind them is a large orange fire and orange and grey smoke. Stephen Richards

Devon and Cornwall Police said Prislow Lane had been closed while emergency services responded

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