Shop Owner ‘Devastated’ After Fire

The owner of Tea Room and gift shop in Desborough has been left devastated after it was badly damaged by fire last night.

An electrical fault with a dishwasher is being blamed for starting the blaze in the kitchen at Lucy’s Tea Room on the High Street, which then spread.

Inside Lucy’s Tearoom in Desborough.
PIC: ANDY CARPENTER

Lucy Clements has spent the past 14 years building up her business and told Hfm despite the devastation, she is determined to bounce back:

Lucy Clements and partner Kane Skewis outside Lucy’s Tearoom in Desborough.
PIC: ANDY CARPENTER

Three fire crews were called to tackle the blaze just before 7.45pm.

Lucy says she has been overwhelmed by customers and the community, who have offered help and support:

Inside fire damaged Lucy’s Tearoom in Desborough.
PIC: ANDY CARPENTER

Three fire crews were called to tackle the blaze