Fortnum and Mason's Newquay beach huts damaged by storms
The luxury retailer says it hopes to have them open again as soon as possible
Last updated 3rd Aug 2023
Luxury retailer Fortnum and Mason says its beach huts in Cornwall have suffered significant - but cosmetic - damage after bad weather yesterday.
The luxury huts were hit at Watergate Bay in Newquay, but the firm says it's hoping to reopen them as soon as possible.
In a statement, it said, "Due to an unexpected storm during high tide yesterday evening at Watergate Bay, the platform surrounding our Fortnum’s Beach Huts has sustained significant but cosmetic damage.
"Before launch, all health and safety measures were approved by an accredited body that has since ensured that the base platform remains structurally intact.
"And because we’re determined that nothing should get in the way of our customers enjoying a wonderful summer Beach Hut experience, we are now completing additional checks on the structure and working to correct the cosmetic damage before re-opening to the public as soon as we can – hopefully when there is a bit more sunshine!"