The Beachcomber. A seaside cafe closed by fire and asbestos.


The Beachcomber Cafe, on the sea front at Teignmouth, Devon, UK, was closed several years ago following a Bonfire Night fire engulfing the kitchen and eventually the whole building. As restoration started, asbestos was discovered and refurbishment ceased. A combination of a high lease cost plus extortionate business rates has seen it remain unoccupied.


Size: 4592px × 3064px
Location: Teignmouth, Devon, UK
Photo credit: © Rob Groves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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