by Michael DeFroand

Firefighters have been tackling a major barn fire in Station Road, Pluckley.

Six fire engines, a water unit and other co-ordinating vehicles have been at the scene at Stanford Bridge Farm after being called at around 9.30am Friday.

Up to 40 firefighters have been battling the blaze, which has seen a large amount of straw destroyed.

Surrounding buildings are being coolled to prevent the fire spreading to them. The building is believed to be used as agricultural storage.

There are no reports of any casualties. The cause is as yet unknown.