Clean up to begin after fire at Surrey sports club
Hazards remain after Thursday's fire destroyed a derelict building
People are being warned to stay away from the scene of a fire that destroyed a former pavilion at a Surrey sports club.
Surrey Fire and Rescue say the blaze broke out at Weston Green Sports Club in Thames Ditton on Thursday evening (2 April).
The Old Cranleighan Society, which owns the site say the area should start to be cleared today (7 April) following delays due to the bank holiday weekend.
A spokesperson for the society warned people against going to to have look at the damage:
" The fire brigade have highlighted that there are significant hazards including exposed debris, sharp materials, and potential risks from lingering smoke and fumes.
"This includes the grass pitches on the Weston Green site which may also have been affected by debris which may not be immediately apparent.
"For your safety, please do not enter or approach the property under any circumstances. Please in particular ensure that dogs and children do not go onto the affected area."
The main Old Cranleighan Club and clubhouse remains open.