A LISTED 17TH century building in Birmingham, which has recently been used as a swingers venue, went on fire last night.

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Firefighters worked through the night to put out the blaze.

It’s understood that the building was empty at the time as it was closed for the Christmas period.

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Twenty-two firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service were called to the blaze.

Stratford House suffered damage to its timber roof beams and upper rooms.

Stratford House fire - Birmingham PA WIRE PA WIRE

The cause of the fire is unknown at this stage.

Stratford House fire - Birmingham PA WIRE PA WIRE

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