Arsonists destroy Colne school's treasured forest area

Heartbroken staff and parents of Lord Street Primary School have slammed 'sick' vandals who burnt down their Forest School.
By Faiza Afzaal
Published 19th Jun 2020, 09:36 BST
Updated 19th Jun 2020, 09:38 BST
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The devastating blaze destroyed the treasured area along with the shed which contained the forest school kit.

Firefighters tackled the blaze yesterday evening (Thursday). Thick, black billow of smoke could be seen for miles around. A joint investigation between the fire service and police is under way.

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Furious parents have taken to Facebook to voice their anger. One wrote: "Absolutely sickening and senseless. These degenerates should be made to clear and rebuild it again and pay for the equipment lost including their parents who are ultimately responsible for their delinquent children." While another said: "Absolutely disgraceful. What is wrong with youths today?"

The fire destroyed the outdoor area. Picture by Ella LouThe fire destroyed the outdoor area. Picture by Ella Lou
The fire destroyed the outdoor area. Picture by Ella Lou

The destruction of the Forest School has caused a lot of upset in the area and a fundraising page has been set up to rebuild the precious outdoor area. Anyone wishing to donate can do so by clicking hereIf you witnessed any suspicious activity in the run up to the outbreak of the fire, please call police on 101 quoting log number 1389.