EIGHT fire engines were called to a farm in Bradford on Avon last night, after fire broke out in a barn at Bearfield Farm, off Ashley Road.

Around 50 sheep which were in the barn at the time, and although some were moved to safety sadly some died in the fire.

The flames destroyed about 500 tonnes of hay which was being stored in the barn.

It is believed the fire started in an adjacant building and spread to the barn. It was spotted by members of the public, who dialled 999, just after 11.30pm. 

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said 65 firefighters were involved in the initial operation to bring the blaze under control.

Firefighters from Malmesbury were still on the scene on Tuesday morning, making sure there were no hotspots which could have re-started the blaze.

Firefighters from Bradford, Corsham, Trowbridge, Devizes and Royal Wootton Bassett were first on the scene, with relief units from Chippenham, Calne, Westbury and Pewsey taking over during the night.