A fire has broken out at Blackpool Tower and six fire engines have been called to the scene. 

Pictures and videos have been shared on social media appearing to show the blaze coming from the top of the structure.

The incident was first reported at around 2.15pm today.

Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said six fire engines and a drone team are in attendance and are asking people to “stay away from the area”.

The fire can be seen at the top of the tower, which is known as the Blackpool Tower Eye and is the highest observation deck in North West at 380 feet.