Exeter City FC release statement following fire
The club thanks the fire service for extinguishing the blaze.
Last updated 13th Nov 2025
Following last night's fire, Exeter City FC has released this statement:
"Exeter City Football Club can confirm a small area of the stadium was damaged by fire last night."
"The fire is understood to have broken out in the St James Road and Well Street corner of the stadium and caused damage to the temporary building which houses the stadium’s control room."
"The alarm was raised just after 10pm and the fire was attended by more than five fire crews who brought the flames under control within two hours. "
In an update at 12:42 Exeter City FC said : "The cause of the fire at St James Park which damaged a small area of the stadium is currently under investigation.
"The fire, which broke out in the St James Road and Well Street corner of the stadium, caused damage to the buildings which house the stadium’s control room and medical room. Both areas have been damaged by the fire and the adjacent Adam Stansfield Stand has suffered some fire and smoke damage.
"The fire service believe it was an accidental fire and is investigating the cause, which has not yet been confirmed.
"The control room is critical to matchday operations, as it is where the safety team is based and the location from where the CCTV and supporters are monitored. We are working hard to ensure the home game against Burton Albion takes place on November 22 as scheduled.
"Thank you to the members of the public who reported the incident and for the fast response of the fire crews who brought the fire under control preventing further damage.
"We will continue to assess the damage today and will update when we have more information."
The Exeter City Supporters' Trust added: "Thanks to their quick and professional response, the blaze was fully contained within two hours, preventing more significant damage.
"An assessment of the affected area will take place today to determine the full extent of the damage and any necessary repairs.
"The Club and Trust would like to express their sincere thanks to the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service for their rapid and effective action, and to everyone involved for their support and cooperation."