Barnet fish and chip shop to rebuild after fire
Fresh Fry on Western Parade was damaged on Friday 30 October 2026, with owners planning to reopen.
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Fresh Fry, a family-run fish and chip shop located on Western Parade in Barnet, sustained damage from a fire on Friday 30 October 2026. The incident occurred at 9:40 am and was extinguished by 10:35 am. Two residents occupying the flat situated directly above the shop were safely evacuated by emergency services.
A spokesperson for the London Fire Brigade confirmed that the fire affected only a small portion of the ground-floor premises. The shop, which has been a fixture in the community for 24 years, announced its temporary closure following the incident. Owners stated their intention to rebuild and resume operations.
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The fire occurred the day after the shop's founder, Sam, was admitted to hospital on 29 October 2026 for triple-bypass surgery. In a statement, the family expressed gratitude for the community's support and confirmed their commitment to reopening the establishment, stating, "We will be back soon."
The owners also conveyed thanks to their staff members who attempted to contain the fire before the arrival of the fire brigade. No reopening date has been provided at this time.
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+What happened at Fresh Fry on Western Parade?
A fire occurred at Fresh Fry, a family-run fish and chip shop on Western Parade in Barnet, on Friday 30 October 2026. The fire damaged a small part of the ground floor. Two residents from the flat above were evacuated safely.
+When will Fresh Fry reopen?
The owners of Fresh Fry have announced plans to rebuild and reopen the shop following the fire. However, no specific date for the reopening has been provided at this time.
+Was anyone injured in the fire?
No one was harmed during the fire at Fresh Fry on Western Parade. Two residents from the flat above the shop were evacuated safely by the London Fire Brigade.
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