Multiple engines from West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service fought to stop a fire at the building in Arundel high street yesterday evening.
The incident is reported to have affected the Norfolk Arms Hotel in the town.
An aerial platform could be seen inspecting chimneys on the roof of the building at around 6.30pm yesterday.
Arundel High Street was closed for parts of the evening while crews tackled the incident.
A spokesperson for West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service said: “We were called to reports of a chimney fire at a property on High Street, Arundel, at 3.27pm on Friday (November 10).
“Joint Fire Control mobilised two fire engines and the aerial ladder platform to the scene. Upon arrival crews quickly got to work tackling the fire. The road was closed temporarily to allow crews to work safely.
“Reinspections using thermal imaging cameras were carried out throughout the night to ensure there were no further hotspots.”
1. Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel
Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel Photo: Eddie Mitchell
2. Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel
Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel Photo: Eddie Mitchell
3. Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel
Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel Photo: Eddie Mitchell
4. Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel
Firefighters called to tackle blaze at historic West Sussex hotel Photo: Eddie Mitchell