Clun Fire Station Open Day
What’s on? Join us for a celebration at Clun Fire Station’s Open Day, as we commemorate the remarkable 75th anniversary of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service! Here’s what you can expect on the day: Fire engine displays: Witness the impressive fleet of fire engines up close and personal. Marvel at the state-of-the-art equipment and learn about […]
Bridgnorth Fire Station Open Day
What’s on? Join us for a celebration at Bridgnorth Fire Station’s Open Day, as we commemorate the remarkable 75th anniversary of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service! Here’s what you can expect on the day: Fire engine displays: Witness the impressive fleet of fire engines up close and personal. Marvel at the state-of-the-art equipment and learn about the […]
Shrewsbury Fire Station Open Day
What’s on? Join us for a celebration at Shrewsbury Fire Station’s Open Day, as we commemorate the remarkable 75th anniversary of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service! Get ready for a day filled with excitement, education, and entertainment for the whole family! Here’s what you can expect: Fire engine displays: Witness the impressive fleet of fire […]
Local firefighters take on epic bike ride in support of charities
3 firefighters from Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service and Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service will be setting off on a gruelling 1000-mile bike ride from Land’s End to John o’ Groats on Thursday 20 July. Rob Simcox (Shropshire), Alec Thomas (Shropshire) and Russ Brown (Staffordshire) are undertaking the journey to raise money for Macmillan Cancer […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service backs national Drowning Prevention Week campaign
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging parents to make sure their children know how to stay safe and enjoy the water this summer. Whether heading abroad this summer or opting for a staycation, the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), fears that families will head to beaches and inland water locations this summer, […]
Fire Service Issues Warning on BBQs During Hot Spell
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is urging the public to take extra care when using BBQs as the weather gets hotter. We are seeing temperatures rise and expect many of you will be getting out your BBQs or buying disposable ones. We’ve got some top tips to keep you, your loved ones and the environment […]
Local University to be home of Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service’s 4×4 driver training
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and Harper Adams University have reached an agreement that will see the Service’s 4×4 driver training take place on the University’s facility. This will provide SFRS staff with a safe environment to maintain their essential driving skills. Station Manager James Bainbridge said, “The location we used previously for the […]
Shropshire Area Manager Named Bright Light
The ‘Bright Light Award’ category recognises individuals who have led the way in their role in the fire service, acting as a shining example to others. This is through recruitment, retention or progression of women or enabling women to develop through access to opportunities and resources. Janette, who joined SFRS in March 2021, was nominated […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Introduces Body Worn Video Technology
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has announced they will be deploying body worn cameras in certain operations. The equipment is expected to be introduced over the next couple of months. Footage will be used for purposes of incident monitoring, fire investigation and fire safety enforcement and will be assigned to incident commanders, training instructors and […]
Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service Officer honoured in New Year Honours List
A Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) officer has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for Services to the Fire Service in The King’s New Year Honours List for 2023. Station Manager Tom Hatfield joined Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service in 2005 following military service with the Royal Engineers. He subsequently worked with West Midlands […]