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Several dozen firefighters tackled a blaze at one of Manchester's most historic buildings in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday). The drama unfolded at the iconic Midland Hotel in the city centre shortly before 4am.
The alarm was raised after a fire broke out at one of the entrances. Greater Manchester Fire Service (GMFRS) said the fire involved a doorway and trellis.
Five fire engines were called to the scene and some donned breathing apparatus as they tackled the flames. Crews were on the scene for over an hour and a half.
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The Grade II listed building was built at the turn of the 20th century for a cost of £1 million, the equivalent of around £120 million in today's money, opening in 1903.
It was built by the Midland Railway as a hotel for passengers on their rail line which terminated at the nearby Manchester Central Station, which has now been converted into an exhibition and convention centre.
It was the setting of a meeting between Charles Rolls and Henry Royce in 1904 which led the formation of Rolls-Royce Ltd. It has also played host to numerous famous faces down the years including royalty.
It also acts as the base for senior politicians during party conferences held at Manchester Central including the Conservative Party's annual gathering last September.
It is due to host the Michelin Guide awards ceremony on February 5.
The entrance involved in the fire leads to the Mount Street Dining Room & Bar, run by the hotel, on Mount Street, at the side of the building.
Scorch marks and fire damage could today be seen around the doorway, which remains cordoned off with both police and fire service tape.
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