The devastating fire that broke out in the early hours of March 18 at The Angel Inn on North Street in Midhurst has left the community in shock. The iconic pub and hotel, which has been a part of the town’s history for generations, was destroyed by the flames, leaving the owners and staff reeling.
In a statement released on social media, the owners of The Angel Inn expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community in the wake of the fire. They also expressed their relief that all of their Ukrainian families, who lived at the inn, managed to escape safely, although they now face the daunting task of starting over.