London Fire Brigade Collection

Firefighters and hoses, LFB annual review, Lambeth HQ LFB150
London firefighters from East London demonstrating mass jets during the Annual Review display at the Brigades headquarters. Lambeth, SE1

LCC-MFB Red Cross Street fire station and engine, London LFB150
Red Cross Street fire station, City of London, built by the London County Council (LCC) and opened in 1900. It was one of four fire stations (plus a river station at Blackfriars)

Firefighter jumping into a safety net during a drill LFB150
Firefighters in a display at Lambeth HQ, London, on 28 July 1937, following a presentation of certificates for bravery by Mr E Cruse, Chairman of the London Fire Brigade Committee

LCC-LFB firefighters change from brass to cork fire helmets LFB150
Two firemen in the foreground wearing new style cork helmets and Proto Mark IV breathing apparatus sets. The man on the right is from Station 34, Shadwell

The Duke and Duchess of York reviewing the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common (litho)
1597723 The Duke and Duchess of York reviewing the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common (litho) by Rowlandson, George Derville (1861-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Old Fish Street Hill and the Monument to the Great Fire with members of the London Fire Brigade, London, England, 19th century. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Fireman from The London Fire Brigade seen here at Camberwell, London, during a raid on the city on the 8th - 9th December 1940

CJ9 9667 Mike Cotton, Leyland TLM Metz Turntable Ladder Fire Appliance
Mike Cotton, 1937, Leyland TLM Metz Turntable Ladder Fire Appliance, Victory Parade, Goodwood Revival 2021, Goodwood, Chichester, West Sussex, England, September 2021

Parade of the London Fire Brigade before the Prince of Wales (engraving)
1626527 Parade of the London Fire Brigade before the Prince of Wales (engraving) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The great fire near London Bridge, Saturday 22 June 1861 (coloured engraving)
602575 The great fire near London Bridge, Saturday 22 June 1861 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great fire near London Bridge)

Review of the London Fire Brigade, Distribution of Medals (engraving)
1596905 Review of the London Fire Brigade, Distribution of Medals (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Review of the London Fire Brigade)

The London Fire Brigade at Practice on the Thames Embankment (engraving)
1588591 The London Fire Brigade at Practice on the Thames Embankment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The London Fire Brigade, Steam Fire-Engine going to a Riverside Fire (engraving)
1596662 The London Fire Brigade, Steam Fire-Engine going to a Riverside Fire (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The London Fire Brigade)

Review of the London Fire Brigade in Hyde Park (litho)
1627481 Review of the London Fire Brigade in Hyde Park (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Review of the London Fire Brigade in Hyde Park)

Holborn End of Fetter Lane, London. The fireman put out yet another fire, after an air raid during World War Two. **Picture damaged but scanned as found** Picture taken 10th May 1941

Firemen The London Fire Brigade, taking a well earned break with some sandwiches, during another call out during The Blitz of London

Firemen The London Fire Brigade, after successfully putting out a South East London fire during The Blitz of World War Two

A fireman from The London Fire Brigade. Name unknown. No actual date for this picture, but Mirrorpix will suggest 29th December 1940, which was the height of the Blitz on London

Firemen The London Fire Brigade. Checking their oxygen masks during the Blitz on London. World War Two.. No actual date for this picture, but Mirrorpix will suggest 29th December 1940

Timber yard fire. Walinden Road, Hackney, London. This picture shows two types of branch being got to work. 1. The single hose type, . 2

Firemen aboard a fire engine, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1929. Firefighters with brass helmets pose on a turntable ladder vehicle

Firemen inside a fire engine, Kingsland Road Fire Station, London, 1935. Streamlined fire escape vehicle with crew in breathing apparatus

Crew in breathing apparatus, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1934. Fire engine with ladder and fire hose visable

Firemen aboard a foam tender, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1929
Firemen aboard a foam tender, Cannon Street Fire Station, London, 1929. Firemen with brass helmets sit aboard a vehicle equipped with a hose and large drum containing foam

Fireman using a hose, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Fireman on a training exercise using a hose, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firemen in brass helmets demonstrating motor fire escape vehicle ladder and first aid spray

Firemen aboard a motor fire escape vehicle, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Firefighters in brass helmets sit on a fire engine equipped with a removable ladder which could be

Firemen demonstrating hoses worked by a petrol motor pump, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1909
Firemen demonstrating hoses worked by a petrol motor pump through top windows onto the courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909

Firemen in brass helmets aboard a motor hose tender, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Moustached firemen pose on a vehicle; one is ringing the bell

Firemen demonstrating motor steamer hoses, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firefighters in brass helmets demonstrate the use of hoses

Firemen aboard a motor steamer, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1909. Firefighters with moustaches and brass helmets sit aboard a fire engine

Firemen demonstrating the magirus ladder, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. A fireman perches at the top of an extendable ladder

Firemen demonstrating a horse-drawm escape vehicle, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Uniformed firemen demonstrating a horse-drawn escape vehicle in courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Ropes, extendable fire escape and fire bell visable

Fire engines at Cannon Street Fire Station, City of London, 1913
Fire engines at the motor fire escape, Cannon Street Fire Station, City of London, 1913. Interior of the appliance room showing vehicles with ladders

Fire engines and equipment at Cannon Street Fire Station, City of London, 1913. Cannon Street Fire Station: motor fire escape

Demonstrating how to pick up an unconscious person, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910
Firemen demonstrating how to pick up an unconscious person, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, London, 1910. Firefighters practise techniques for rescuing people overcome by smoke

Firemen carrying out scaling ladder drill, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1910
Uniformed firemen carrying out scaling ladder drill in courtyard, London Fire Brigade Headquarters, 1910. Firefighters practise using ladders

London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Southwark, London, 1911
Exterior of old London Fire Brigade Headquarters, Southwark, London, 1911. Eastern fac ade of the Victorian Gothic building, seen from the north

London Fire Brigade Headquarters, seen from the street, Southwark, London, (c1900-c1935?)
Exterior of old London Fire Brigade Headquarters, seen from the street, Southwark, London, (c1900-c1935?). Fire station with tower which was used for pracise; the headquarters were built in 1877

At the telephone, London Fire Brigade, c1900 (1901). The London Fire Brigade is the statutory fire and rescue service for London. It was formed by the Metropolitan Fire Brigade Act of 1865

London fires, 1887. Lookout at the Central London Fire Brigade Station, Southwark Bridge Boad. A print from The Illustrated London News, 19th Febuary 1887

Eyre Massey Shaw, British firefighter, 1871. Artist: Carlo Pellegrini
Eyre Massey Shaw, British firefighter, 1871. Captain Shaw (1830-1908) was head of the London Metropolitan Fire Brigade from 1861-1891. Cartoon from Vanity Fair. (London, 3 June 1871)

Firefighter releasing boy with head stuck in railings LFB150
Firefighter using railing expander to release a boy who has got his head stuck between railings

LCC-LFB Warehouse fire, Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey, London LFB150
A major docklands fire at Butlers Wharf, Bermondsey, SE London, happened during a particularly cold spell for March. The attack on the fire by a large number of firefighters

LFB Firefighters wearing breathing apparatus LFB150
Firefighters wearing Proto Mark IV oxygen breathing apparatus sets, seen here at the Regional Headquarters station, Lambeth, SE1. Date: 1941

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"London Fire Brigade: A Legacy of Bravery and Service" In the heart of London, a group of fearless heroes stands ready to protect and serve. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) has been an unwavering symbol of courage in the face of danger for over a century. With their iconic red fire engines and firefighters donning their protective gear, the LFB is always prepared to battle raging infernos. Their powerful hoses unleash torrents of water, quenching flames that threaten lives and livelihoods. Each year, the LFB's annual review showcases their tireless efforts to keep London safe from fires. At Lambeth HQ LFB150, history comes alive as visitors explore the rich heritage of this esteemed institution. The historic LCC-MFB Red Cross Street fire station and engine stand as testaments to the brigade's enduring legacy, and is here that countless brave men and women have answered emergency calls with unwavering dedication. During drills at LFB150, one can witness breathtaking moments as firefighters leap into safety nets from towering heights. These exercises demonstrate their commitment to honing their skills and ensuring they are always prepared for any situation that may arise. Over time, traditions have evolved within the brigade. From brass helmets to cork ones, each change reflects advancements in firefighter safety while preserving a sense of tradition cherished by all members. The Duke and Duchess of York once reviewed the London Fire Brigade on Clapham Common—a momentous occasion etched in history forever captured in lithographs. This event showcased not only royal recognition but also highlighted the invaluable service provided by these brave men and women. Looking back even further into history reveals captivating scenes such as Old Fish Street Hill with members proudly representing the London Fire Brigade during 19th-century England—an era where firefighting techniques were still being perfected. From Camberwell to every corner of London, dedicated firemen from The London Fire Brigade risk life and limb daily to protect the city and its inhabitants.