A large fire broke out near a popular Darlington gym yesterday as fire crews worked into the night to extinguish the blaze.

Fire services could be seen attending a large property fire on Haughton Road, Darlington on Friday evening (May 26).

The incident saw flames and plumes of smoke coming from the building, with eyewitnesses saying the blaze could be seen from across Darlington.

Read more: Darlington Fire LIVE: Huge blaze near Bannatyne Gym

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The incident took place near Bannatyne gym.

Meanwhile, some eyewitnesses reported seeing ash falling over nearby streets.

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In an image sent to the echo, the smoke and fire could be seen from Darlington cricket pitch.

Pictures of the aftermath showed the blackened and burnt building being attended to by the fire service. 

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The Northern Echo have contacted County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (CDDFRS) for more information on the incident.

The Northern Echo have contacted Durham Police for more information on the incident.

Here are some of the pictures capturing the blaze below:

 

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