Come and see what we do – and meet the people who serve your community every day.
Our Open Days are a chance to find out more about the work of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and to meet the firefighters and teams behind it.
Friendly, welcoming and designed for all ages, they’re perfect if you’re curious about fire engines, interested in future roles, or simply looking for a great free family day out.
Why visit an Open Day?
🚒 Explore our fire engines and equipment and see how they’re used
👩🚒 Meet our firefighters and operational crews
🧯 Learn vital home and community fire safety tips
🔥 Activities and demonstrations throughout the day
🧭 Meet the Fire Cadets and find out how young people can get involved
🏢 Meet our non-operational teams too – from community safety to training and support staff – because we’re much more than emergencies
Upcoming Open Days
Farringdon Community Fire Station
Saturday 18th May
Join the team at Farringdon for a lively, family-friendly Open Day with plenty to see and do. A great chance to meet your local firefighters and the wider service in the heart of the community.
Swalwell Community Fire Station
Thursday 20th June
Come along to Swalwell Community Fire Station and discover how we work with and for our community – from emergency response to prevention and education.
Important travel information:
There is no on-site parking at these locations. Please plan to arrive on foot, by public transport or use nearby public parking where available.
More than emergencies
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is proud to be part of the communities we serve. Open Days reflect everything we do – not just responding to incidents, but preventing them, educating, supporting young people, and working with partners to keep people safe and well.
Whether you want to ask about fire safety in your home, explore volunteering or cadets, understand careers across the service, or simply say hello – there’s a place for you here.
Plan Your Visit
- All events are free to attend
- Suitable for families and children
- Staff will be on hand to guide you and answer questions
- We aim to make our events as accessible and welcoming as possible
Please follow signage and instructions on the day, and remember no onsite parking is available at any location.
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