Fire at Eastbourne Pier confirmed as accidental as crews scale back response - Updated: 13:20 30.08.2026

Sunday, 30 August 2026 11:26

By Philip Keeler

Fire at Eastbourne Pier - Credit: Philip Keeler

A fire which broke out on Eastbourne Pier this morning has been extinguished, with firefighters confirming the blaze was accidental.

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said a stop message was received at 12.03pm today, Sunday 30 August, meaning the incident had been brought under control and no further resources were required.

Fire crews tackle blaze on Eastbourne Pier

Road block in place as emergency service deal with fire - Credit: V2 Radio's Philip Keeler

Four fire engines remained at the scene shortly after midday, although the service said the response would be scaled back shortly.

Firefighters were originally called to the pier at 10.24am following reports of a fire.

At the height of the incident, six fire crews and an aerial ladder platform were sent to the scene.

East Sussex Fire and Rescue on scene outside Eastbourne Pier entrance - Credit: V2 Radio's Philip Keeler

The pier was fully evacuated as firefighters wearing breathing apparatus used firefighting foam to tackle the blaze and prevent it from spreading to other parts of the structure.

Gas and electricity supplies to the pier were isolated and Sussex Police was also requested to attend.

The cause of the fire has now been confirmed as accidental.

Earlier this morning, V2 Radio's Philip Keeler was on the scene and sent this report:

Video taken earlier this morning by V2 Radio's Philip Keeler

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