Three families were made homeless when a fire spread through three thatched cottages in High Street, Codford, yesterday evening.
Firefighters remained in the village all night and by this morning the blaze had been put out.
No-one was injured in the blaze which started just before 5pm.
Ten crews from stations across the county battled the fire and were praised by villagers who set up a table to serve refreshments to the crews.
Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Command support manager Ade Hurren reported on Twitter at 3am: “Out at Codford as relief officer but will be here some time yet.”
Earlier the a fire service spokesman said: “We are working very hard to try to save the thatch in Codford. There are now around 10 pumps, a control wagon, and damage control vehicle.”
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here