A massive fire has ripped through one of London's finest listed mansions in Barnet, with more than 70 firefighters battling to save what they could of the historic property.
Grade II-listed Hollybush House, a magnificent Georgian building located on Hadley Green Road, was engulfed in flames in the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday.
The London Fire Brigade released pictures showing the extent of the blaze at the property, which had been undergoing extensive renovations at the time of the incident.
Ten fire engines were deployed to tackle the fire at the mansion, which is situated in one of Barnet's most affluent streets.
Grade II-listed Hollybush House, a magnificent Georgian building located on Hadley Green Road, was engulfed in flames in the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday
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The entire roof, as well as the first and ground floors of the detached house were alight, according to the London Fire Brigade.
The structure subsequently suffered a partial collapse as the fire tore through the building.
Despite the severity of the blaze, there were no reports of any injuries.
One of the Brigade's 32-metre turntable ladders was used at the scene as a water tower to tackle the fire from above.
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Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters have been called to a fire on Hadley Green Road
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The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with fire officials remaining at the scene.
The property is located on a prestigious road which has seen properties sell for an average of £1.75million in the past year.
Hollybush House dates back to the late 18th century and is set in 2.23 acres of gardens, featuring three sun terraces, a pond and a large heated swimming pool.
The sprawling Georgian mansion sold in 2020 for £4.5million, highlighting its significant value in London's premium property market.
London Fire Brigade released more photos in the early hours of the morning
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Control Officers took the first of eight calls reporting the fire at 1.10am, prompting the mobilisation of crews from Southgate, Barnet, Finchley and surrounding fire stations to the scene.
In an update shortly after 7am, the London Fire Brigade confirmed that firefighters had managed to bring the blaze under control by 4.48am.
Despite containing the fire, crews remained at the scene to dampen down hotspots and ensure the fire was fully extinguished.
The operation involved firefighters from multiple stations across north London working together to tackle the significant blaze at the historic property.
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