Crews tackle large scale fire in Bishop Auckland

Fire crews in County Durham are currently dealing with a large fire at a retail park in Bishop Auckland - with roads in the area closed

Author: Ellie KumarPublished 19th Feb 2026

Fire crews in County Durham are currently dealing with a large fire at a retail park in Bishop Auckland - with roads in the area closed.

County Durham and Darlington Fire And Rescue service say;

"We are currently in attendance at a large-scale fire at Tindale Retail Park in Bishop Auckland.

"We ask that businesses and properties in the area keep their doors and windows closed due to the level of smoke and urge people to stay away from the area.

"Motorists who have to travel near the area should keep windows closed, turn off air conditioning and keep their air vents closed."

While Durham Police have also shared a statement;

"People are being advised to avoid the Tindale Retail Park area in Bishop Auckland due to a large scale fire.

"A road closure has now also been put in place between the roundabout at McDonalds and the roundabout at Sainsbury's.

"Motorists are being advised of poor visibility in the are due to smoke caused by a car fire.

"Emergency services are currently in attendance.

"Please find an alternative route."

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