Flames ripped through 500 tonnes of hay in a large barn blaze that took nearly a day to put out.

More than 100 firefighters tackled the fire at a farm in Limekiln Lane in Bishop’s Waltham.

The fire started in a barn containing approximately 500 tonnes of baled hay and quickly spread to neighbouring barns on the property.

The ferocious blaze took approximately 19 hours to extinguish.

Crews were called at 6.15pm on Monday evening and the stop message was received at 1pm on Tuesday.

A spokesperson from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire Service said: “Over 100 firefighters worked tirelessly alongside the farmer to bring the blaze under control, using jets, hose reels, and specialised foam to extinguish the flames and prevent further spread.

“By early afternoon today (Tuesday), the incident was scaled down.

“Crews remained on-site to ensure the area was thoroughly dampened and secure.”