A school had to be evacuated this morning after a fire broke out in the roof.

Children and staff at Manorbier VC School, in Station Road, were evacuated to Buttyland Caravan and Camping park nearby.

A spokesperson for the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said: “Today, Monday 10th October at 11.15 am, crews from Tenby, Pembroke Dock, Haverfordwest and Milford Haven were called to reports of a roof fire at Manorbier VC Primary School, Manorbier, Tenby.

“Property has been evacuated and crews are currently still in attendance with the incident ongoing.”

A spokesperson for the local authority said: “Pembrokeshire County Council is aware of a fire at Manorbier Church in Wales VC School and can confirm that all children and staff are safe.

“Parents and carers are asked to please collect learners from Buttyland Caravan Park using the Norchard Lane route as the usual route to the school is currently closed.

“Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service are in attendance.”

“Following the fire at the school today, continuity arrangements are being progressed and all children will undertake online learning tomorrow.”