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Caravan Fire Claims Father, Daughter: Cause Undetermined
9 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Father and 10-year-old daughter died of smoke inhalation in a caravan.
- An inquest could not determine the exact cause of the fire.
- Discarded cigarette or electronic device were possible causes.
A devastating fire in a caravan at Golden Beach Holiday Park tragically resulted in the deaths of Lee Baker, 48, and his 10-year-old daughter, Esme. The pair succumbed to smoke inhalation on April 5, 2025. An inquest held at Lincoln Coroner's Court heard that while the fire's severity prevented a definitive cause from being identified, investigators suggested possibilities such as a discarded cigarette or an electronic device.
The investigation by Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue found no evidence of cooking or deliberate ignition. Remnants of electronic devices were discovered, but their role in the fire could not be confirmed. Police confirmed there was no third-party involvement, concluding the fire was an accident. Mr. Baker and Esme were reportedly in good spirits after spending time at a local pub.
Assistant coroner Lindsay Tasker officially recorded both deaths as accidental. Tributes described Lee Baker as a kind, generous, and hard-working man who deeply cherished time with his daughter, stating they "lived for each other." The holiday park itself was found to have a comprehensive safety policy and a good compliance record.
