Forty hay bales went up in flames after a suspicious fire near Dover.

The blaze broke out at about 9.30pm on Friday, August 12.

Officers attended the scene in Barfrestone Road, Barfrestone, along with firefighters who extinguished the flames.

Witnesses are now being asked to come forward as it is thought to have been started deliberately.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/158959/22.

You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.