A UNIVERSITY rowing club has been left devastated after its boathouse caught fire last night. 

A video shared on social media showed the Van Mildert College boathouse engulfed in flames. 

The extent of the damage is unknown.

A post from Durham Rowing Club read: "Devastated for Van Mildert College, Durham tonight after learning of the fire in their boathouse. 

"We will help where we can while you recover and rebuild stronger in any way that we can. We're here for you."

 

Dozens of people pledged their support to the rowing club, with one person saying: "Absolutely devastated for my old club tonight. With no electrics and a wet evening I can only assume the worst. Some respite knowing that @durham_uni has one of the biggest collegiate level rowing communities that always help out wherever possible."

More to follow.

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