A VEHICLE in West Bagborough was set deliberately on fire, the fire service has said.

Two fire appliances from Nether Stowey and Taunton were sent to Lydeard Hill Road at 11.16pm last night to reports of a vehicle fire.

On arrival, crews confirmed one vehicle well alight.

A hose reel jet and breathing apparatus were used to extinguish the fire.

The cause of the fire was believed to be deliberate.

Police were also in attendance at the scene.