Fire at St Andrew's Hospital, Thorpe St Andrew, believed to be arson

Emergency crews were called the scene early on Thursday morning

Police believe a fire at a derelict hospital was started deliberately.

Norfolk Constabulary said an "incident of arson" at the former St Andrew's Hospital in Thorpe St Andrew, near Norwich, was reported at 05:38 BST on Thursday.

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service sent seven fire appliances and an aerial ladder platform.

Police said no-one was believed to be injured, and they are appealing for witnesses.

They added that "emergency services remain at scene and a cordon is in place while investigations continue."

Police said a cordon was in place while investigations continued