Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a disused pub in Canterbury.

The fire at the derelict building on Littlebourne Road broke out 1.30am this morning.

At its height around 20 firefighters and a height vehicle were needed to bring the flames at the former Mill House Tavern on Littlebourne Road under control.

The pub has been severely damaged but no injuries have been reported.

Meanwhile at Herne, two pumps were called to a church fire at 6.50am today on the A291 Herne Street.