Suspected arson attack at historic mansion

Credit: Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service

Police say a fire at the Grade-two-listed Woolton Hall in Liverpool was a suspected arson attack.

They're appealing for witnesses who may have seen anybody acting suspciously in the area.

Fire crews battled through the night to stop the blaze spreading from an outbuilding to the main Hall, which was built in 1704.

Credit: Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service
  • Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.