FIRE CREWS were at the scene of what eye-witnesses have called a 'huge' fire some miles east of Headington tonight.

The blaze, which was first tackled by firefighters at about 6pm, was at a barn in the village of Forest Hill.

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One barn opposite Jonathan Hill Woodwind Repair and Restoration went up in flames, with a second later catching fire.

Emergency services have now closed the main route through the village, with Main Street cordoned off, as the fire is tackled.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said residents living near to Forest Hill Farm should keep their windows and doors shut as a precaution.

A spokesperson said residents should be aware of a 'large plume of smoke' from the fire.

As the fire broke out eyewitnesses contacted the Oxford Mail to say the 'huge' fire could be seen from the A40.

These pictures were sent in of the blaze just after 6pm.

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Three fire pumps have since been spotted at the scene and eyewitnesses said the fire appears to still be burning but under control as of 7.30pm.

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The fire service has been contacted for further information.