Staff at a popular St Helens pub have been praised for evacuating customers before the building went up in flames.
Fire crews were called to the Colliers Arms on Pimbo Road on Monday evening at around 6.30pm.
It is believed that a large blaze broke out on the first floor of the property before spreading to the roof a short time later.
Shortly after the fire began, staff at the pub reportedly evacuated all customers to safety and have been praised on social media for their actions.
One woman, who was inside the pub at the time of the fire, posted: "Massive well done to the staff who got us all out safely and without panic."
Hundreds of other customers also took to social media to support the owners and staff and to praise the long-running pub.
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On Facebook, one woman said: "Oh no, love this place. Wonderful pub.
"Big hugs to all the staff. Glad everyone is ok."
Another said: "Hope everyone is ok! One of our favourite places to eat out locally xx"
One person also said: "Oh nooo this is so sad. We hope there ain't too much damage.
"Hope nobody has been injured. Our thoughts are with u xxx"
No one was injured in the fire.
Four fire engines were sent to the scene, two from Merseyside and two from Lancashire, as well as one of Merseyside's combined platform ladders.
A spokesperson for Merseyside Fire and Rescue said: "The fire involved the first floor and the roof of the property.
"Four firefighters wearing breathing apparatus entered the property and used two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.
"Crews inspected the roof space for hotspots, with a team of firefighters from Lancashire damping down.
"It is believed the fire started accidentally."
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In 2015, The Colliers Arms was named as one of ECHO readers favourite St Helens pubs due to the quality of their home cooked food.
