SUPPORTERS of a boxing club devastated by the Morton Mill fire have launched a £5,000 appeal as they seek a new home.

Fox ABC was established by Jimmy Lewis more than 40 years ago.

But last week trainers and fighters saw decades of memories and vital training equipment go up in smoke.

Club backers are now hoping a Go Fund Me appeal will begin to help get Fox ABC back on its feet.

One club official said the fire had not only left boxers without a gym but "thousands and thousands of pounds worth of equipment, priceless photographs, trophies and belts" had also been lost.

He added: "Jimmy Lewis started this club 40+ years ago and we can’t let it die now. I know times are hard at the minute with the Covid 19 situation but if anyone could be kind enough to help us I’m any way big or small we will be forever grateful."

Donations to the appeal so far have already topped the £2,200 mark and pledges can be made online at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuilding-of-fox-abc