ARSONISTS started a fire in the grounds of Over Hall Community Primary School yesterday evening. 

Firefighters were called to the school grounds in Ludlow Close at 6.43pm yesterday, Monday.

The crew found a small grass fire which is believed to have been started deliberately. 

A spokesman for Cheshire Fire Service said: "One fire engine attended from Winsford. Firefighters used a water back pack to extinguish a small grass fire in the grounds of Over Hall Community Primary School.

"The fire is believed to have been started deliberately and anyone with any information is asked to call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."