Pipe burst floods medieval tunnel

The medieval tunnels have also been used as air raid shelters

An historic attraction in Devon has been flooded.

Exeter's medieval Underground Passages were flooded after a mains pipe burst releasing about about 60,000 litres of water.

Firefighters pumped out the floodwater over the weekend. Exeter City Council said it had not caused lasting damage.

The passages, which are a Protected Ancient Monument, were built in the 14th Century to bring fresh water to the walled city from nearby springs.

About 20,000 people a year visit the passages which should reopen on Tuesday.

The passages were also used as a shelter from German bombing raids during World War II.