Fire breaks out at Brean pub

Bosses at the pub said it started in the back rooms of the Beachcomber

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 9th May 2024

A pub in Somerset say they're closed today and will be tonight - after a fire broke out earlier this morning.

The Beachcomber in Brean say it started in the back rooms.

They add fire crews are on the scene - and everyone is safe.

In a statement, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said: "We were called at 11:15 to reports a building fire in Brean, Burnham on sea.

"There are currently 12 appliances along with an aerial platform and an incident command unit on scene.

"Crews are currently working to extinguish the fire."

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