Devastating fire at the Osborne View pub in Hill Head hear Fareham - latest updates

There are devastating scenes in Hill Head after a fire ripped through a much-loved pub in the early hours of this morning (Thursday, February 22)
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Emergency services remain on the scene following the fire at the Osborne View in Hill Head Road which lead to staff being evacuated at around 2.30am.

For all the latest see below:

Fire at the Osborne View

Key Events

  • Sadness at devastating fire
  • Roads around the area remain closed
  • An investigation into the cause will begin

Clear up operation continues

The clear-up and investigation into the cause of the fire continues today

Look back at the pub's history

The Osborne started life as a hotel - and has a famous fan!

Firefighters tackle the blaze at The Osborne View pub in Hill Head, a once favoured spot of Sir Alf RamseyFirefighters tackle the blaze at The Osborne View pub in Hill Head, a once favoured spot of Sir Alf Ramsey
Firefighters tackle the blaze at The Osborne View pub in Hill Head, a once favoured spot of Sir Alf Ramsey

"Rest in peace the Osborne View" - residents react

Residents have spoken of their sadness following this morning's devastating fire

Fire service gives an update

Incident Commander Simon Whelan gave an update live from the scene of the fire in Hill Head

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