The fire broke out at a property in the Bryansford Road area, known locally as ‘Myrtle Lodge’ at around 4pm on Monday. Police believe the fire was started deliberately and are appealing for anyone with information to come forwardAn arson attack on an historic building in Newcastle, Co Down has been described as “devastating.” The fire broke out at a property in the Bryansford Road area, known locally as ‘Myrtle Lodge’ at around 4pm on Monday. Police have since said they believe the blaze was started deliberately, and officers are appealing for information. “At this time we believe that the fire has been started deliberately and would ask that anyone who may have witnessed suspicious behaviour to contact police.”