Firefighters tackle blaze at Harvester restaurant in Stanway

Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a Harvester restaurant.

Crews were called to the eatery in London Road, Stanway, near Colchester, at 00:50 BST where there was a “rapidly developing fire”.

Firefighters brought the blaze under control but the building has been left significantly damaged.

Incident commander Jeremy Tuckwell said: “Crews are expected to remain at the scene for some time. Road closures remain in place, so please avoid the area throughout the morning.”