Devastating drone footage shows the true scale of damage caused to Thornton Manor after a fire ripped through the building.
The popular wedding venue on Manor Road, in Thornton Hough, Wirral, went up in flames shortly after 9pm on Saturday as fire crews rushed to the scene.
Guests were evacuated from the hotel by emergency services as firefighters worked "night and day" throughout the weekend to tackle the blaze.
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Drone footage filmed by Mister Drone UK shows the extent of the damage caused to the roof of the building, which is completely destroyed in parts.
Manor Road remains closed in both directions today and an investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service said they were called to a fire on Saturday involving the boiler room which was put out before fire crews arrived.
However after further inspection, crews found the fire had spread to the roof space.
Josh Griffiths, general manager at the Thornton Manor Estate, told the ECHO the fire is being investigated by the relevant authorities.
He said: "We will endeavour to contact all our brides, grooms and event organisers as soon as possible.
"Finally, we would like to thank everyone for all their support and patience during this difficult time."
Incident Commander Ben Ryder, from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, said: "On Saturday evening fire crews attended a large fire at Thornton Manor, fortunately staff and guests were evacuated safely from a wedding reception being held and no one was hurt.
"The incident was prolonged and extremely challenging, with firefighters working at height in difficult weather conditions in a complex grade 2 listed building.
"Firefighters worked relentlessly night and day throughout the weekend to ensure the fire was fully extinguished and I would like to express my thanks to them for their persistence and determination.
"Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service remains at the scene and a full investigation is being carried out."
