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06 Sept 2025

Birmingham forced to close training ground after fire causes damage

Birmingham forced to close training ground after fire causes damage

Birmingham have been forced to close their Wast Hills Training Ground following a fire in the early hours of Friday morning.

A club statement said there were no injuries during the incident, but the facility has been closed until further notice, disrupting preparations for Saturday’s Championship match away to Wigan.

The statement said: “The club can confirm that Wast Hills Training Ground has suffered damage as a result of a fire.

“Hereford and Worcester Fire Service attended the scene and remain on site following the discovery during the early hours of Friday 3 March. No one was injured.

“Staff and players have been contacted and the facility remains closed until further notice.

“The club will continue to liaise with the emergency services and will make no further comment at this time.”

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