Firefighter prepares for Ultimate Rowing Challenge to Raise Funds for Charity
Firefighter Marco Capella, based at Newport Pagnell is preparing to take on the ultimate test of endurance next June, joining five others known as ‘Team ROWMADS’ in an unsupported rowing challenge around Great Britain, starting at London Bridge. The challenge, set to take place in June 2026, will see the group tackle a demanding journey designed to raise awareness and funds for a variety of charities. Marco has […]
Fire Investigation CPD Day : One Team for all communities
Our tier two Fire Investigators are made up of colleagues within the Thames Valley area; Buckinghamshire, Royal Berkshire and Oxfordshire. They carry out regular training and development days to maintain their specialist capabilities, share knowledge and best practices. On Thursday 23 October, staff from all three Fire and Rescue Services within the Thames Valley came together […]
Celebrating International Control Room Week 2025
This week marks International Control Room Week (27 October – 2 November 2025), a time to shine a spotlight on the incredible work done by the team in our Thames Valley Fire Control Room. While fire engines and crews are often the visible face of our service, behind every successful incident response is a calm, focused […]
Walk around the Chilterns In Fire Kit
This October, a team of determined firefighters from Amersham Fire Station will be stepping up to a remarkable challenge, walking a full marathon wearing their operational fire kit. That’s 26.2 miles of grit, heart, and heavy gear, all in support of two incredible causes close to the crew’s hearts. The challenge, taking place on 11 […]
Celebrating Success: People Awards 2025
On Friday 18 July, our BFRS family came together for our annual People Awards event, a night dedicated to recognising the outstanding contributions and achievements from our members of staff. The event this year was hosted at the Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury. This year, we had 10 awards categories, each award acknowledged colleagues who had gone […]
Ultimate open water challenge
Meet Emma, she first started open water swimming in 2011, her initial goal was to swim a mile in the River Thames. Since then, she has continued her passion and completed many swims including a challenge from Jersey to France! Emma will be aiming to swim the English Channel later this year in August. This swim is approximately 21 […]
Celebrating Dedication: MK Inspiration Awards 2025
The unwavering commitment of our crews at Broughton and West Ashland Station Commander was celebrated in style this weekend (Saturday 20 June), as colleagues from both stations were recognised at the MK Inspiration Awards 2025 – taking home not one, but two honors. These awards shine a spotlight on the innovative and community-focused work being […]
Connecting with our Community: Our First SEN(D) Open Day
We’re proud to share that earlier this week (Monday 16 June), we hosted our first ever dedicated Open Day tailored for children and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEN(D))—and it was nothing short of inspiring. This event was held in collaboration with our blue light colleagues at Thames Valley Police and South Central […]
Red Watch High Wycombe take on UKRO RTC challenge
It was sirens, strategy, and sheer determination on display last Saturday (14 June 2025) as Red Watch High Wycombe took part in the UKRO Road Traffic Collision competition held by Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. Teams from across Fire Services throughout the country gathered for a day of pressure-packed scenarios designed to push crews beyond […]
Celebrating our people: Women in the Fire Service Awards 2025
We are incredibly proud to share that two of our female firefighters have received national recognition for their outstanding contributions to our fire service. Their dedication, resilience, and leadership exemplify the evolving role of women within the emergency services inspiring future generations of firefighters. Meet Leigh She was nominated and WON the Dany Cotton Inspiring […]
Stay Safe on the Water: Boat Fire Safety Tips for 2025
Fire can spread rapidly on a boat—even surrounded by water. Since April 2021 we have attended 16 incidents involving houseboats, nearly half of those were fires. Sadly, in 60% of those fires, the boats were completely destroyed. And only 40% of the boats had a working smoke alarm on board. As we mark Boat Fire […]
Community mosaic reveal at Blue Light Hub
We are thrilled to unveil our community mosaic. The Blue Light Hub building was opened in 2020, this state-of-the-art facility integrates Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS) with Thames Valley Police (TVP) and South-Central Ambulance Service (SCAS), fostering greater collaboration between emergency services. In September 2024, we began this exciting collaborative project, working in partnership […]
Ten years of Control Room collaboration across Thames Valley fire services – Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire
This month marks ten years since the launch of the Thames Valley Fire Control Service (TVFCS), which provides 24/7 emergency call handling and dispatch for three neighbouring fire services. Based in Calcot, Reading, TVFCS is the place all 999 calls are taken for fire and rescue incidents across the whole of the Thames Valley area, […]
Honoring Our Heroes: Distribution of King’s Coronation Medals and Coins
In a heartfelt celebration of dedication and service, we are thrilled to announce that earlier this year, the King’s Coronation Medals and Coins were distributed to our firefighters and support staff who have completed five years of exemplary service. This recognition not only commemorates the coronation of our King but also honors the unwavering commitment […]
Urban Search and Rescue training hosted by BFRS
Last week we were proud to host 12 Fire Service and Rescue Services with USAR (Urban Search and Rescue) capabilities at our training venue in Westcott, the Services were from: This national training event is carried out four times a year in different venues to quality assure and requalify search dogs and handler teams across […]
Fire Station Open Days 2024 – Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Fire Station Open Days this year!
Be #WaterWise this summer
Two near-miss incidents reported in one afternoon in June!
New firefighting equipment launches today in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes
Ensuring our firefighters are in the best position to provide you with the best response should you need it
Put your skills to good use – help keep Aylesbury safe!
Find out more about life as a firefighter with Aylesbury On-Call crew
Out and about on the river
Meet our water rescue teams!
Ever wondered what goes into a successful rescue from height?
Our firefighters train for the unexpected!
#IWD2022, let’s beat the bias
The bias starts at a young age, let’s #BeatTheBias and use our voice to ensure girls and women are equal partners in this world and in the fire service.