AN investigation has been launched after a blaze at a factory in Winnington on New Year's Eve.

Firefighters were called to the commercial building at Western Way, off Winnington Avenue, at around 11am.

Three fire engines were called to tackle the fire, which was found in a work space in the factory unit.

Police attended to manage traffic.

The fire is thought to have been started deliberately.

Anyone with any information should call Cheshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.