A large fire has caused significant damage to a renowned jewellery shop in the centre of Bath – Nicholas Wylde, situated in Northumberland Place.
Avon Fire and Rescue crews were called just after midnight after alarms sounded at the jewellers shop and members of the public reported seeing smoke and fire.
Three fire engines and a turntable ladder were sent to the four storey building in the city centre. When crews arrived they were faced with a fire involving the ground floor shop and first floor storage area.
Firefighters used water jets and hose reels to tackle the blaze. Crews in breathing apparatus were also involved in bringing the fire under control. Once the fire was out firefighters carried out regular inspections during the early hours of the morning to ensure there were no hot spots which could re-ignite.
The incident caused fire and smoke damage to both the ground and first floor of the business.
There was no one in the building at the time and there were no reports of any injuries. The cause of the fire will be investigated by fire teams.
