This morning, the serene village of Arborfield Cross was disrupted by a major fire at a historic local pub, The Bull Inn, leading to road closures and emergency services springing into action. The incident, which occurred on April 9, 2024, saw flames engulf the outbuildings of the beloved establishment, drawing immediate response from the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service and Thames Valley Police.
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As firefighters battled the blaze, police cordoned off surrounding roads to facilitate the emergency operation and ensure public safety. Witnesses reported visible damage to the pub’s outbuildings, with charred holes marking the structure’s sides visible from Swallowfield Road. The aftermath also revealed extensive damage to the outdoor fixtures and furniture in the pub’s beer garden, a space cherished by locals for leisurely afternoons.
