Arsonists are believed to have started a blaze at a derelict mill, once used for chemical production.
Two floors of the mill in Albert Street, whitworth, were severely damaged at 11.35pm last night.
Four fire engines and a support pump were at the scene for more than three hours.
A police and fire investigation is now taking place to establish the cause of the blaze.
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