Overview

• Eight fire engines and specialist units battled the inferno after flames broke out at the vacant building on St Andrews Street around 4.45pm on August 10.
• Fire crews confirmed there were no injuries but described the Grade II-listed hotel’s timber-framed interior and roof as entirely consumed.
• A specialist fire investigation officer has joined West Mercia Police in a deliberate ignition inquiry at the site.
• Two girls aged 13 and 14 were arrested on suspicion of arson and released on bail as officers continue to gather evidence.
• Wychavon District Council said it will enforce recent court orders for urgent repairs and consider long-term plans to preserve any remaining elements of the historic property.