Firefighters are working to extinguish a woodland fire in Tunbridge Wells.

Crews were called just after 2pm to reports of the blaze which is believed to have covered an area of around five acres of land in Sprivers Wood, Brenchley.

The flames have been extinguished using hosereel jets and flex packs. The fire service is still working to treat hotspots.

Horsmonden Road remains closed as a result of the incident and Kent Police are on scene to manage traffic.

Motorists are being advised to avoid the area.

More to follow.