A fire at a Grade II listed former farmhouse caused substantial damage to the building and was being investigated by police.

The fire started around 16:00 GMT on Monday in the empty building just off Fusiliers Way in Warwick.

The district council said it was “deeply saddened” by the news. The fire service would continue to monitor the building and 24-hour security would be maintained, he said.

Council officers would make the remaining structure safe and prevent further damage, he added. Anyone with information is asked to contact Warwickshire Police.