Great Fire of Warwick
- When
- 1694
- Where
- Warwick, Warwickshire
- Episodes
- 1
The Great Fire of Warwick occurred on 5 September 1694, destroying much of the medieval town centre. Within five hours, 460 buildings were lost, leaving 250 families homeless. The town was subsequently rebuilt with notable 18th-century structures.
Episodes
Background and detail
Event Overview. On 5 September 1694, a major fire struck Warwick, a market town and county seat in Warwickshire. The blaze rapidly consumed a significant portion of the medieval town centre, resulting in widespread destruction of the built environment.
Impact and Reconstruction. The fire destroyed 460 buildings within five hours, rendering 250 families homeless. In the aftermath, the town was rebuilt with fine 18th-century buildings, including the Collegiate Church of St Mary and the Shire Hall, which define its current character.
Sources
- Warwick Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-04
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