Watchroom Collection

GLC-LFB New Lewisham fire station appliance room
The appliance room of the newly commissioned Lewisham Fire Station, located in Lewisham High Street, SE London. Showing Lewishams appliances, a pump-escape, pump and emergency tender

LCC-LFB Holloway fire station appliance room
Station 76 was Holloway fire station, North London, located in Mayton Street, opened in 1907. Here its self propelled pump and pump-escape stand ready in the appliance room

The watchroom of Southwark Fire Station, London. Although this had a telephone switchboard serving the adjacent headquarters of the Brigade

Watchroom at Fire Brigade HQ, Southwark
Watchroom at Metropolitan Fire Brigade headquarters in Southwark Bridge Road, with men manning the switchboard and monitoring the fire alarm control board where calls for assistance were received

LCC-LFB new Clapham fire station, Old Town SW4
The fire appliances attached to the new Clapham fire station, Old Town SW4, in their appliance bay. In the background is the station watchroom

Watchroom at 55V sub-station, London, WW2
A man and two women at work in the watchroom of 55V LFS sub-station, London, during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

Two men on switchboard at LFB HQ
Two men taking calls on the switchboard at LFB HQ. Date: 1925

Map of London with fire stations marked, Lambeth HQ
Map of London with all the fire stations marked, in the control room at Lambeth HQ

Two men on switchboard at LFB HQ
Two men taking calls on the switchboard at LFB HQ

The watchroom of Southwark Fire Station, London. Although this had a telephone switchboard serving the adjacent headquarters of the Brigade

Map of London with fire stations marked, Lambeth HQ
Map of London with all the fire stations marked, in the control room at Lambeth HQ

Watchroom at Fire Brigade HQ, Southwark
Watchroom at Metropolitan Fire Brigade headquarters in Southwark Bridge Road, with men manning the switchboard and monitoring the fire alarm control board where calls for assistance were received

Watchroom at 55V sub-station, London, WW2
A man and two women at work in the watchroom of 55V LFS sub-station, London, during the Second World War

LFB Fire Station watchroom
Fire Station watchroom, London Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB Brigade headquarters station watchroom
The watchroom of Southwark Fire Station. Although this had a telephone switchboard serving the adjacent headquarters of the Brigade

LCC-MFB Streatham fire station wireless van
Whilst the new Streatham fire station was being built, a sub-station was employed to serve the local area. Seen here is the interior of the horse drawn mobile MFB wireless van that housed

LCC-MFB Firemen in switchboard & control room
Watchroom at Metropolitan Fire Brigade headquarters in Southwark Bridge Road, with men manning the switchboard and monitoring the fire alarm control board where calls for assistance were received

LCC-LFB diesel dual-purpose appliance
The dual-purpose Merryweather pump from Southwark fire station (D62) standing in its appliance room. The station watchroom can be seen in the background

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The watchroom, a vital hub of activity in the world of firefighting. From the GLC-LFB New Lewisham fire station appliance room to the LCC-LFB Holloway fire station appliance room, these rooms serve as command centers for brave firefighters ready to respond at a moment's notice. Step into the watchroom of Southwark Fire Station, located in bustling London. Here, dedicated individuals tirelessly monitor emergency calls and dispatch teams with precision and efficiency, and is here that lives are saved and disasters averted. At the Watchroom of Fire Brigade HQ in Southwark, another group of heroes work diligently to coordinate resources across the city. Two men manning switchboards ensure seamless communication between stations and headquarters, ensuring that help reaches those in need swiftly. During World War II, even amidst chaos and destruction, the Watchroom at 55V sub-station stood strong in London. This historic site served as a lifeline during one of humanity's darkest times. A map displayed proudly at Lambeth HQ showcases all fire stations marked throughout London. A visual representation of preparedness and readiness to protect this great city from any threat that may arise. In Clapham's Old Town SW4 stands LCC-LFB new Clapham fire station - its watchroom serving as an anchor for this vibrant community. From here, firefighters embark on their courageous missions day after day. The watchrooms mentioned above are not just physical spaces; they symbolize dedication, bravery, and selflessness exhibited by those who choose to run towards danger when others flee. They represent hope for those facing emergencies or trapped within perilous situations. So next time you hear sirens blaring or catch sight of flashing lights racing through your neighborhood streets – remember the watchrooms where it all begins – where heroes gather to protect our beloved city: London.