Converted former Doncaster pub goes up in flames

A former pub converted into a snack shop and convenience store went up in flames this morning.
By Claire Lewis
Published 28th Mar 2019, 07:59 GMT
Updated 28th Mar 2019, 08:03 GMT
A former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnightA former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnight
A former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnight

The blaze at the former Plant pub on Hexthorpe Road, Hexthorpe, was discovered at 4.25am.

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A former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnightA former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnight
A former Hexthorpe pub was damaged by fire overnight
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When crews arrived the building was engulfed in flames, which could be seen shooting through the roof.

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At the height of the blaze there were three fire engines and an aerial ladder platform at the scene.

The pub has been converted and now houses a snack shop and a convenience store.

More to follow.