Cotswolds pub closed due to fire ‘until further notice’

The Carpenters Arms in Fulbrook, Burford announced that the pub had suffered a fire on Monday, April 13 at about 9.15am.

No staff or patrons were harmed in the fire but the business owners reported ‘significant damage’ to the venue.

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It has now had to close ‘until further notice’ while damage is assessed and repairs planned, with no timeline currently in place for its reopening.

The Carpenters Arms, Fulbrook, Burford (Image: Google)

A statement from The Carpenters Arms said: “It is with great sadness to announce that a fire has occurred at the pub, causing significant damage to the premises.

“Thankfully, everyone is safe, but the building has sustained enough damage that it will need to remain closed until further notice.

“The team is working closely with the relevant authorities and contractors to assess the situation and begin repairs as soon as possible. Updates will be shared once there is a clearer timeline for reopening.

“Thank you to the local community, emergency services, and loyal customers for the incredible support and understanding during this difficult time.

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“The team looks forward to welcoming everyone back once it is safe to do so.”

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed crews attended the blaze.

A spokesperson said: “Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service was called on Monday, April 13, at 9.16am, sending four fire engines – two from Witney, one from Charlbury and one from Oxford’s Rewley Road fire station – to Carpenters Arms, Fulbrook, Burford.

 “Crews used a hose reel jet to extinguish a small fire in a utility room. They departed at 11am.”

The Carpenters Arms is a family-run pub owned by Tom and Siobhan, a husband and wife duo who met while working in the hospitality industry, and describes itself as a “warm, welcoming, family-focused pub, centred around our local community”.