TWO teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a disused coach was set on fire.

Two fire engines from Ulverston attended the scene of the fire on Ostley Bank in Barrow at 5.27pm yesterday (Tuesday).

Firefighters used four breathing apparatus and two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.

The Mail: Fire brigades attending the incident.Fire brigades attending the incident. (Image: Andy Braithwaite)Cumbria Police confirmed that two teenage boys were arrested on suspicion of arson. Both have been released on police bail.

Crews were on the scene for one hour and twenty-five minutes. 

The police said that inquiries continue.