These photos were taken from the scene of a blaze in Derbyshire – which forced police to evacuate a number of properties.

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) were called to the scene of a large blaze at a church on Chapel Street, Kilburn, Belper – attending the incident at 12.24am today (Friday, September 11).

Supported by an aerial ladder platform, crews worked overnight to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading. DFRS have now returned to the scene ahead of a planned re-inspection, following reports of smoke coming from the building.

Alfreton firefighters are currently damping down hotspots and monitoring conditions. A joint police and fire investigation is scheduled to take place later today.