The owner of a 17th century home in Devon, which has been severely damaged by fire, today said he was determined to rebuild it.
Fire crews have spent much of the day at Sydenham House near Okehampton after the fire broke out last night. An investigation into the cause is continuing.
REPORT: Serious fire at Sydenham House near Okehampton
More than 60 firefighters from across Devon and Cornwall were at the scene of a serious fire at Sydenham House near Okehampton in Devon last night. The roof of the 17th century building is in danger of collapse.
Crews used water from a nearby lake to battle the flames. Richard Lawrence was at Sydenham House.