Accidental Cause Suspected After King’s Head Pub Fire

The King’s Head pub in Market Harborough is closed after a fire which is believed to have started accidentally.

Fire crews were called to the Church Street premises shortly after 10.15pm last night, following reports of smoke in the loft area.

The blaze was in a roof void between the ground and first floors and caused damage to the pub, but no one was injured.

The blaze caused damage to the pub, including near the bar area

Four fire crews and two fire officers attended the incident and remained at the scene for several hours, with firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used to fight the blaze.

The blaze caused damage to the pub, including near the bar area

The pub was closed at the time of the fire and will remain shut today. A decision on when it can reopen will be made after a full assessment of the premises.

A spokesperson for Star Pubs, which owns the pub,  said: “We can confirm there was a fire at The King’s Head in Market Harborough. There were no injuries. The pub has been secured, but we’re unable to say when it will reopen at this stage.”

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said gas and electricity were isolated, with the incident brought under control shortly after 4am. Crews carried out a further inspection at 8am.

A spokesperson added: “The damage was moderate and the cause is believed to be accidental.”

The blaze caused damage to the pub