“The maximum sentence for arson is life in prison”

A blaze near Sheffield’s derelict former ski village was started deliberately.

Firefighters from Rivelin, Lowedges, Penistone, Stocksbridge and Dearne stations tackled blaze in fields on Musgrave Road, near the ski village, yesterday evening.

They were deployed at around 6.14pm and spent more than three hours at the scene before leaving at 9.51pm.

A large fire which took place near to Sheffield’s derelict ski village is understood to have been started deliberately | South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue

placeholder image — A large fire which took place near to Sheffield’s derelict ski village is understood to have been started deliberately | South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue posted online: “We received lots of 999 calls last night about a fire in fields on Musgrave Road, Sheffield - close to the site of the former Sheffield Ski Village.

“Five fire engines responded to this fire, which was started deliberately.

“The maximum sentence for arson is life in prison.”

Anyone with information should call Firestoppers on 0800 169 5558.