SCARY pictures appear to show firefighters tackling a blaze at a barn in Arborfield last night. 

Few details are known about the fire but dramatic photos show a handful of emergency responders trying to hose down the flames on Thursday evening (December 2). 

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The Chronicle understands fire service personnel from Whitleywood and Wokingham were on hand to put out the flames. 

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A social media post from a local resident suggested the barn set alight near the Henry Street Garden Centre, but this is not verified yet. 

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The Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service has been contacted for comment.