House and vehicles damaged in grassland fire

Several houses in Maunleigh were evacuated as a precaution

A house and a number of vehicles have been damaged during a large fire in Nottinghamshire.

Police were called to a report of a grassland fire on Breckbank, at about 14:55 BST on Saturday.

There were no reports of any injuries but several houses in nearby Maunleigh were evacuated as a precaution.

A man, 19, and a boy aged 17 have been arrested on suspicion of arson and released on bail while investigations continue.

The boy was also arrested on suspicion of possessing cannabis with intent to supply.

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service said people were allowed to return to their homes at 16:30.

A man and a teenage boy have been arrested on suspicion of arson

Police closed Barringer Road, Old Mill Lane and Ravensdale Road while the fire was brought under control.

Sgt Joseph Hall, from Nottinghamshire Police, said: "We would urge anyone who witnessed what happened or has any information at all that could assist our inquiries to get in touch.

"This incident should serve as a reminder to everyone about the dangers of lighting fires in grasslands, especially in hot weather like we're experiencing this weekend."