Key Points
- A massive fire broke out around 11:30pm on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the former Forum shopping centre on West Road in Irvine, Ayrshire, destroying the Irvine No1 Celtic Supporters Club.
- The blaze forced the closure of the adjoining Rivergate Shopping Centre, with emergency services remaining on site into Tuesday.
- Police Scotland launched a formal investigation to establish the cause, with no reported casualties.
- Upcoming events at the club, including ‘A Night With Broony’ and St Paddy’s Night, face uncertainty due to severe damage.
Irvine (Glasgow Express) February 4, 2026 – A huge blaze that ripped through the Irvine No1 Celtic Supporters Club in the former Forum shopping centre has prompted a police probe amid suggestions it was deliberate.
Emergency services rushed to West Road in Irvine around 11:30pm on Monday after reports of the fire, which quickly engulfed the largely disused building housing the popular Celtic fans’ venue. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service deployed six fire appliances and two height vehicles, with crews working overnight to extinguish the flames.
What caused the devastating fire at the Celtic Supporters Club?
Police Scotland received a report of the fire at around 11:50pm and has launched enquiries to determine the cause, according to a spokesperson. A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson confirmed firefighters were alerted at 11:34pm to a commercial building on fire at Low Green Road, with three appliances and one height vehicle still at the scene the following day.
As reported by STV News, the blaze damaged the old Forum shopping centre and a Celtic supporters’ club based within it, with local reports indicating partial destruction of the premises.
How has the fire impacted the local community?
The fire forced the closure of the neighbouring Rivergate Shopping Centre, with a social media post from the centre urging locals to avoid the area and find alternative routes to the train station or offices. All stores remained shut except for the Asda and an outside Greggs unit, disrupting daily routines in North Ayrshire.
What events were affected by the blaze?
The Irvine No1 Celtic Supporters Club had scheduled high-profile gatherings, including ‘A Night With Broony’ featuring former Celtic captain Scott Brown on March 20 and a St Paddy’s Night with live music on March 13. Organisers have not confirmed if these will proceed, relocate or be postponed following the severe damage.
What are the next steps in the investigation?
Emergency crews continued to secure the site on Tuesday afternoon to prevent flare-ups, while Police Scotland’s enquiries remain ongoing. The incident has sparked discussions on the safety risks of vacant properties like the Forum, disused since 2016 but still hosting community events.
No casualties were reported, and authorities have urged the public to stay clear as investigations continue into the origins of the blaze.
