The London Fire Brigade has issued another warning about fire safety after a grass fire in West Wickham.

Four fire engines and 25 firefighters attended a field on Layhams Road shortly after 1pm where approximately five hectares of barley was alight.

Five hectares is about the size of five football pitches.

After being called at 1.16pm, the fire was brought under control by 3.05pm.

Crews from Woodside, Addington and Beckenham attended the scene.

After the fire, an LFB spokesman said: "During the hot weather we are attending a large number of grass fires across London.

"We’re asking the public to take care not to drop cigarettes or matches on dry grass and to keep a very close eye on barbecues.

"Dropped glass can also start fires as the sun can magnify the sun’s rays.

"Grass fires can quickly spread and cause serious damage, so if you see grass smouldering, please call 999 immediately.”