A hotel in Brimscombe has cancelled its planned New Year’s Eve fireworks display following a tragic house fire that claimed the lives of a mother and her two children on Boxing Day.
Burleigh Court confirmed the decision in a statement, saying it was taken out of respect for the family and their loved ones. Instead of proceeding with the display, the hotel will make a donation to support Tom, the children’s father, as he begins to rebuild his life after what the hotel described as an “unimaginable loss”.
A spokesperson said: “Following the tragic events in Brimscombe on Boxing Day, and out of respect for Tom, the wider family and all of those who mourn, we have taken the decision not to hold fireworks this New Year’s Eve.
“As we move towards the New Year, we are holding our community close and in our prayers, wishing everyone a gentle and peaceful transition into 2026 as much as possible.”
An online fundraising appeal has to date raised more than £250,000 to help support Tom. To donate to the fundraiser click here
