Derelict Sheffield pub 'The Royal Oak' destroyed in suspected arson attack
Published 25th Mar 2026, 12:52 GMT
A derelict pub in Sheffield was gutted last night in a suspected arson attack.
The Royal Oak pub, in Blackburn Road, off of the M1, has had a turbulent history, but most recently was sold at auction in April 2025 and boarded up by its new owners.
The Star understands the buyers intended to renovate and rent out the pub to other businesses.
However, plans suffered numerous set backs, including a series of break-ins by vandals and youths in late 2025.
Now, The Royal Oak has been torched in a suspected arson attack.
South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue crews attended the derelict pub at 1.36am on Tuesday, March 24. Officers believe it was started deliberately.
Photos show how the original sign has been destroyed with extensive damage throughout the ground and first floors.
South Yorkshire Police has been contacted for a comment.