Wall collapses at fire-ravaged Eastbourne hotel

A wall has collapsed at a fire-ravaged hotel in Eastbourne - but officials say work to clean up the surrounding debris will continue.
The Claremont Hotel in Eastbourne today (Photo by Jon Rigby) SUS-200220-000008008The Claremont Hotel in Eastbourne today (Photo by Jon Rigby) SUS-200220-000008008
The Claremont Hotel in Eastbourne today (Photo by Jon Rigby) SUS-200220-000008008

Eastbourne council confirmed today (April 17) that on Sunday (April 12) a wall within the Claremont Hotel site collapsed.

The council said work will continue to clean up the debris and that structual engineers are evaluating the issue.

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A council spokesperson said, “A wall within the site collapsed on Sunday (April 12). Structural engineers are evaluating what additional temporary propping is required adjacent to the Burlington Hotel.

“Other work on the site and around it is continuing. This includes clearance of debris and cleaning that was suspended for a short time due to the Covid-19 crisis.

“All parties remain determined to achieve a reopening of the seafront road and normal access in the area, as soon as possible.”

The Claremont Hotel was all but destroyed in a devastating fire which broke out on November 22, 2019.

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Due to the architectural significance of the building, Listed Building consent was required to fully demolish it.

This was given on February 7 and demolition began on February 10 until the coronavirus pandemic affected the plans.

On April 3 the council said the contractors working on the Claremont Hotel had been contacted to clear the remaining debris as long as social distancing is adhered to.

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