04-07-2025
- General
- North Wales Chronicle
Owner of fire-hit Anglesey hotel speaks of devastating loss
The fire at The Harbour Hotel in Cemaes Bay, on Anglesey, broke out last night (Thursday, July 3).
North Wales Fire and Rescue Service were alerted at just before 11pm. Four crews and an Aerial Ladder Platform appliance attended.
No injuries were reported but Isle of Anglesey County Council say "The building is unsafe and there is risk of it collapsing."
Leah Fitton and Ben Owen have run hotel since just before Covid hit in 2020.
Leah posted on social media: "As many of you will have heard, there's been a devastating fire at The Harbour. It's not just a business - it's been my home, my life, and has always held a special place in my heart, for so many years. Seeing it like this is absolutely heartbreaking. its not just a devastating loss for myself, but for our village!
"I'm holding onto one thing - everyone is safe. For that, I am endlessly grateful.
"I want to say a massive thank you to the emergency services who responded so quickly and did everything they could to protect us.
"Thank you for all your kind messages. I'm sorry I haven't been able to get back to everyone! Your kindness and support mean more than I can say.
"Who knows what the future holds for The Harbour, but for now, I just want to say thank you to everyone, from the bottom of my heart."
A spokesperson for the fire service said: "We were called to a fire at a hotel on Bridge Street, Cemaes at 10.56pm last night.
"All guests and staff were evacuated safely after alarms were activated.
"The fire caused substantial damage to the property.
"The cause of the fire is currently under investigation."
A road closure was put in place in the early hours of this morning on Bridge Street.
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A spokesperson from Isle of Anglesey County Council said that barriers had been set-up around the hotel perimeter to stop public access.
They added: "The building is unsafe and there is risk of it collapsing."
Bridge Street re-opened about 9am this morning.
The local authority said: "Two-way traffic lights will have to be in operation as the area in front of the Harbour Hotel has been closed off due to the risk of loose slates falling from the roof.
"The first entrance to the Gwelfor Estate which is within the scope of the traffic lights remains closed for the time being until further notice."
