THE owners of The New Inn, in Sidley, say they are devastated after a fire ripped through the upper floor of the building late last night (18 November).
The owners said on social media: “As you have probably seen there has been a massive fire at the pub tonight, but main thing is Everyone is ok.
But we are Absolutely devastated. A faulty tumble dryer seems to be cause. Upstairs is ruined, kitchen downstairs is ruined.
All the hard work down the drain it feels right now. But everyone got out safe and that is the main thing
The Pub will be closed for a couple days but the pub itself is okay. Amazing work by the fire team as well, without their quick and incredible work, the whole building would be gone!”
Four fire engines were in attendance from Bexhill, Hastings Bohemia Road, Hastings The Ridge and Pevensey along with an Aerial Ladder Platform.
Crews used six Breathing apparatus, thermal imaging cameras and two hose reel jets to extinguish the fire.
All persons were accounted for and two people were handed over to the care of the ambulance service.
A concerned resident has created a fundraiser to support the pub.
Danielle Nowak set up the page on GoFundMe says: “Lewis and Zoe have poured their heart and soul into creating a community hub in Sidley at the New Inn and a Pub for everyone to enjoy and feel safe and comfortable in.
They have put blood sweat and tears into making the best they can of the New Inn from refurbishing the whole pub, brand new menus and food to fun family-friendly nights out.
All of this got taken in a flash last night. When a faulty tumble dryer in the upstairs flats caught fire. It has ruined the flats and the pub’s kitchen.
Repairs are not going to be cheap if you can spare even £1 that will help. Get the pub back up and running.”
Anyone who wants to donate can donate here.
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