A golf club in Essex has been destroyed after a huge fire as emergency services rush to the scene. West Essex Golf Club in Waltham Abbey went up in flames just before 3pm on Monday, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Six fire crews and roughly 60 firefighters reportedly attended the 125-year-old course.
They confirmed that no one was injured and all staff were accounted for and taken to a safe place outside the building. An Essex County Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: “Firefighters were called to a fire at a golf club in Waltham Abbey this afternoon (Monday 5 January).
“When the first fire crews arrived they confirmed everyone was accounted for and no one was injured. They requested additional fire engines to support.
“The building, which measured approximately 25m x 15m, has two storeys. The fire is affecting the whole building. Around 60 firefighters are at the scene, working hard to tackle the fire.
“Essex firefighters are being supported by nearby fire crews from London Fire Brigade and Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service.”
The golf club was was founded in 1900 by Scottish golfer James Braid.
It’s roughly 15 miles northeast of Central London and covers parts of Epping Forest.
It boasts an 18-hole championship course, practice facilities, a pro shop, and clubhouse.
The clubhouse contains function rooms and hosts weddings and private events.