Coronavirus: Lewes restaurant ‘left with no option but to close’

Bill’s restaurant in Lewes has been ‘left with no option but to close’ in wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
By Jennifer Logan
Published 19th Mar 2020, 19:34 BST
Updated 19th Mar 2020, 19:56 BST
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The restaurant in Cliffe High Street shut its doors to customers at 7pm tonight (Thursday, March 19).

A statement on the restaurant’s website reads: “It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that due to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and the advice from our government and the World Health Organisation, we are left with no option but to close Bill’s Restaurants as of 7pm on Thursday, March 19, until further notice.

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“This extraordinary measure has been taken in the interest of both employee and guest safety which are of utmost importance to us.

Bill's restaurant in Cliffe High Street, Lewes, has closed its doors in wake of coronavirus. Picture: Google Street ViewBill's restaurant in Cliffe High Street, Lewes, has closed its doors in wake of coronavirus. Picture: Google Street View
Bill's restaurant in Cliffe High Street, Lewes, has closed its doors in wake of coronavirus. Picture: Google Street View

“During this time, we will continue to communicate via social media, our website and via our newsletter.

“We look forward to reopening, when we are able, and to welcoming you back to the restaurant.

“May we take this opportunity to thank you for the fantastic support and loyalty you have shown to us during this unprecedented time.

“With very best wishes, The Bill’s Team.”

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