A huge fire ripped through Penarth RFC's clubhouse (Image: Penarth RFC)

A Welsh rugby club has been left in a "state of shock" after a "devastating" fire destroyed its clubhouse. Emergency services were called to Penarth RFC's ground early on Monday morning (December 1) after receiving reports that the clubhouse was "well alight".

Images circulating on social media show huge flames coming from Penarth Athletic Club on Lavernock Road, with some parts of the building left destroyed. Multiple fire crews attended the incident at around 5am, with the fire brought under control just under three hours later.

The club said: "Absolutely devastating news to bring you this morning about our beloved Club House. We are all in a state of shock as it's such a hub of the community for so many people

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