Emergency services were called to attend a fire at the historical Langgarth House at around 5:30 pm this evening (Saturday).
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have six appliances tackling the fire at St Ninians Road. Police Scotland are also in attendance.
Built in 1897, Langgarth House was one of four great villas designed by architect William Leiper. The building was previously owned by Stirling Council but now lies empty and boarded up.
Local politicians have spoken out about the blaze. MSP Evelyn Tweed said: “Terrible sight to see the once beautiful Langgarth House at Old Viewforth on fire this evening.”
Neil Benny, Scottish Conservative Councillor for Stirling West, said: “Sad day for Stirling to see one of the great houses go up like this.”
MP Alyn Smith said: “A sad sight at the old Langgarth House at Old Viewforth, grateful to @fire_scot and @PoliceScotland in attendance keeping everyone safe.”
More information about Langgarth House can be found at The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum website. The page says: “It would be a shame if Langgarth were lost to Stirling.”
The cause of the fire is currently unknown as police and fire services clear the scene.
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