The former Westmount college in Folkestone Road was severely damaged by fire on Sunday afternoon. It was the third time fire crews had been called to the building in less than 24 hours.
On Saturday, while other fire-fighters were still dealing with the blaze which devastated the former United Reformed Church building in the town, less than a mile away, crews were called to reports of smoke coming from Westmount. Twice they put the fires out.
But at about 2pm on Sunday, flames and smoke were seen coming from the roof and windows, and it took several hours to bring the blaze under control.
There have been many reports in the past of children and youths gaining access to the building, which has been empty for a long time.
Safety inspectors will now be called in to decide whether the building should be demolished.
Former Westmount College Severely Damaged By Fire
Monday, 24 September 2007
More news...
- DDC shortlisted for Keep Britain Tidy's Network AwardsThursday, 15 December 2022Dover District Council has been shortlisted for a Keep Britain Tidy Local Authority Network Award. The 'Great British Spring Clean Award 2023' recognises promotion, engagement, and delivery of The Great British Spring Clean Campaign.DDC shortlisted for Keep Britain Tidy's Network Awards
- Dover choir to give Christmas concert at St Paul's Roman Catholic ChurchMonday, 28 November 2022
An award-winning Dover choir will be giving their Christmas concert next month - the first with their new musical director.Dover choir to give Christmas concert at St Paul's Roman Catholic Church - The Big Dover Jobs & Skills FairThursday, 6 October 2022Over 600 jobs will be on offer along with a host of skills and training opportunities at the Big Dover Jobs & Skills Fair at the Port of Dover's Cruise Terminal Two on Tuesday, 18 October.The Big Dover Jobs & Skills Fair