Thirty firefighters were rushed to Temple Newsam Estate yesterday where the farm's barn was tragically up in flames.
Yesterday, 11 May 2023, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue were called to Temple Newsam Estate where an incident occurred.
At around 9am they received the call and were rushed to the scene where the farm's barn was on fire.
Thirty firefighters alongside eight fire appliances and one aerial platform were involved in fighting the fire.
They reported at the time: "Fire crews from across our area are currently dealing with a barn fire on the Temple Newsam estate in Leeds.
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"We have more than 30 firefighters dealing with this on-going incident, as we work to bring the fire under control, and to ensure it is contained and does not spread.
"We understand the barn was being renovated, and as a result we can confirm there are no animals on this part of the site at this time, with no livestock harmed in anyway.
"We are working with our emergency services partners and the local authority. It is too early to speculate on the cause of the fire, but this will be investigated in due course."
Temple Newsam Estate took to social media, asking visitors to stay well away from both the house and the estate.
Due to an incident at Temple Newsam, we ask all members of the public not to visit the estate today
In a tweet, the estate said: "Due to an incident at Temple Newsam, we ask all members of the public not to visit the estate today"We apologise for any inconvenience caused."
The farm remains closed today however the house has thankfully reopened and is accepting visitors.
To find out more about Temple Newsam and some of the amazing events they have on this Summer, take a look at their website.
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Leeds Railway Station entrance FINALLY reopens after four-year delay
Clementine Hall
It's the moment we have all been waiting for...the entrance to Leeds station has finally reopened.
The £46.1m Leeds Station Sustainable Travel Gateway has been in the works since 2022, with the original target for completion set for autumn 2025.
A number of set backs meant that the opening was delayed time and time again, with the most recent hurdle being that one of the lifts was broken.
But now, all the hard work and patience (or lack thereof) has paid off because the entrance has finally reopened.
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Other than the swanky new stairs and lift that will take you straight to Bishopgate Street from the front of the station, there's also a new taxi rank that will also come into operation today.
The new taxi rank will allow hackney carriages to pick up there as well as the current location on Princes Square at the rear of the station.
The Leader of Leeds City Council, Councillor James Lewis, said: "Leeds as a city is booming, and one of the truest indicators of our ongoing growth and appeal is the ever-rising number of people using our railway station. Currently, Leeds Station handles more than 27 million passengers a year, with footfall inside the station rising six percent year on year and is now busier than before COVID.
“It is fundamental that we have a station that is not only easily able to meet current demand but is also fit for the future, providing a welcoming gateway for the many millions of passengers travelling into our city.
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“At the same time, it is vital that our station gateway is a safer and more accessible environment for everyone who uses it. We have worked in close partnership with groups from across our city to ensure that these new facilities provide a much-improved experience which is more pedestrian-friendly and allows people to board taxis much more safely.”
Clementine Hall -
12th May 2023 
