Fire erupts during filming for Rings of Power in Windsor as cast and crew flee

03 April 2023 , 17:05

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The charred remains of a building could be seen (Image: Maureen McLean/REX/Shutterstock)

A huge blaze on the set of the Lord of the Rings TV series has caused cast to flee in full costume.

Thick smoke can be seen billowing into the air in photos shared on social media from Bray Studios near Windsor, Berkshire, today.

Actors dressed as orcs could be seen after being evacuated while site staff were watching the fire, which started in a single story warehouse.

Fire crews rushed to the scene - less than three miles from the Royal Family's Windsor Castle estate.

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service told the Mirror firefighters remained on site after being dispatched just before 12.30pm.

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Police at the scene of the fire (Maureen McLean/REX/Shutterstock)

A statement said: "At 12:26pm on Monday, 3 April, we received reports of a fire at Bray Studios near Windsor.

"At this time, Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service crews from Bracknell, Slough and Maidenhead Fire Stations have been sent to the scene.

"Upon arrival, crews discovered a fire in a single storey warehouse. Firefighters remain at the scene of the incident. Further updates will be provided when available."

A fire broke out today in a building at Bray Studios in Windsor where the Amazon Lord of the Rings filming is taking place (Maureen McLean/REX/Shutterstock)

Filming for the Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power second series got underway earlier this year.

A castle courtyard has been constructed at the studios as part of the shoot for the Amazon series.

The architecture, including towers with Celtic knot-style patterns and covered passages, has led fans to believe it is for scenes in the elven region Lindon.

Actress Morfydd Clark as Galadriel in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (AMAZON PRIME)

The first series of the Tolkien prequel was released on the streaming service last year and reportedly cost £1billion.

It received mixed reviews, though five series are planned.

Ryan Merrifield