Fire at the Newbury Travelodge - London Road Newbury
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Firefighters from the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Services attended the Travel Lodge in London Road Newbury, shortly after 8.00am this morning (Monday) after a report of smoke issuing from the roof.
Two pumps attended and the fire was confined to an electrical intake on the roof. The blaze was extinguished using carbon dioxide extinguishers.
Parkway was closed for a short period, but had fully reopened by 10.00am
Stop PressFor lovers of Fish & Chips, a new fish and chip restaurant will soon be opening in one of the new units under the Travelodge.
Dine in and takeaway facilities will be available.