The Warehouse Taproom bar in Setchey closed following fire

The blaze broke out at The Warehouse Taproom Bar and Restaurant in Setchey shortly after 8pm on Thursday.

Fire crews from King's Lynn, Terrington and Downham Market quickly made their way to the scene in Garage Lane. 

The Warehouse Taproom (Image: The Warehouse Taproon)

Tackling the fire for more than three hours, they used water jets to put out the flames, finally getting the scene under control at 11.13pm.

A spokeswoman for The Warehouse confirmed there was no staff at the business at the time of the fire. 

The fire was contained to the kitchen area which has been left "significantly damaged".

"We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Norfolk Fire Service and Police for their swift and professional response," she said.

Daniel Clark, director said: "This is obviously a difficult situation for us, but we are incredibly fortunate that no one was hurt.

"We are overwhelmed by the support we've received and it’s this sense of community that keeps us strong.

The Warehouse in Setchy (Image: The Warehouse)

"As a team, we will move forward together, and we are determined to reopen and continue providing the great service our customers know and love."

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It has been confirmed that both Beers of Europe and The Warehouse Antiques were untouched by the fire and remain open.

She added: "Thank you for all the kind messages of support left here, sent to our page and to members of the Clark family directly, it means so much to us.

"It has been overwhelming, my phone hasn't stopped ringing with people supporting us.

"It's not all negative here as we know we will be back, we are a strong and united time and look forward to welcoming everyone back as soon as possible"