The Devon Cricket Foundation is devastated to learn of the fire that has occurred at Heathcoat CC this morning.

The clubhouse at the ground has been completely destroyed as a result of the fire.

A club-endorsed GoFundMe page has been set up to help raise funds to rebuild the pavilion.

Speaking on the news, Devon Cricket Foundation Managing Director, Matt Theedom, said:

"Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to everyone associated with Heathcoat Cricket Club. Having supported the club and witnessed the hard work, blood sweat and tears that went into building the clubhouse, it’s heartbreaking to see.

"I have no doubt that the Devon Cricket community will rally around to support Heathcoat and its members at this distressing time. The Devon Cricket Foundation and England & Wales Cricket Board will of course be supporting the club to recover and get back on its feet as soon as possible."

In a statement, Heathcoat Cricket Club said:

"Many of you will have already heard the devastating news that the club house at Heathcoat Cricket Club at Knightshayes has been destroyed by fire.

"On behalf of everyone at the club we wish to thank Devon and Cornwall Fire Brigade for their assistance and efforts to control the fire. At this stage it is too early to define the cause.

"Everyone connected to the club and in the cricketing community are deeply shocked and saddened by these events. We were incredibly proud of our remarkable clubhouse, however a club is more than just a building, a club is defined by its community and rest assured we will rebuild the Clubhouse.

"We will keep everyone updated as and when we have any information and plans surrounding matches and bookings."