Biggleswade Community Fire Station

11/09/2026

Remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice 25 years ago. May they RIP🇬🇧🇬🇧🇺🇸🇺🇸

09/09/2026

I thought it was worthwhile introducing the team of firefighters running the Tunnel to Towers run in New York on the 27th September.

First up is Vincent Archer, Ex London, current Biggleswade crew Commander at Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service .Vinny has run numerous Tunnel to Towers runs, and came up with the idea to run this year as a team.

Lee Campbell is up next, Crew Commander at Welwyn Garden City, rugby player and all round top fella.

Then we have Jordan Gilks, Crew Commander at Stevenage and self proclaimed Englands No.1 football fan.

Next is Andy Hymus, currently Crew Commander at Royston. Another footballer with a gammy knee, still on course for a PB in NY.

Then finally me, Budge Burgess. Instructor at Hertfordshire Training Centre and another Rugby fan!!

We are running in memory of all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice on 9/11, and all those who have sacrificed since.


Please donate to our charity fund raiser, contact me for the link on here as IT/social media skills are lacking!!

https://www.justgiving.com/page/budge?utm_source=FB&utm_medium=DT&fbclid=IwdGRjcAUE0vJwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNpeu17WIT2Zp2jwyz-hl8QCNpm8x2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6n3g9t6in2-tHbrGzM2o0gA6bA4FY8x7i3_HFKzwXmGem716y3NFW5GLzu3Q_aem_YRQV33EDJ66ZCAXfKo_rPA

Help MARK Burgess raise money to support Fire Fighters Charity

24/08/2026

21/08/2026

Not your average emergency call... 🐴

Crews from Biggleswade Fire Station along with Bedford Community Fire Station Station and Kempston Community Fire Station were on hand yesterday to help a horse stuck in the mud.

Thanks to their skill and teamwork, the horse is now back on all four hooves

18/08/2026

Please think twice before lighting an outdoor fire 🔥

Despite the cooler weather, Bedfordshire remains extremely dry and the fire severity index is still very high.

Since the Government emergency alert on 14 August, we've attended 37 outdoor fires, and more than 180 outdoors fires since the start of August.

Please avoid all activity that could start a fire. By taking simple precautions, residents and businesses can help protect their communities and reduce demand on emergency services.

Want the full story? Click the link in our comments to read the press release 👇

18/08/2026

We just want to give a shout out to some of the often unseen heroes: our Fire Control team ❤️

This weekend alone, they received 495 calls while supporting a major incident, ensuring that the right resources are sent to the right place at the right time, making this one of the busiest weekends this year.

So far this August, our Fire Control team have answered 1,281 emergency calls – already more than the 1,189 calls received during the whole of August 2025.

And then is on top of having handled a busy July – with more than 20 per cent more calls in July this year compared to last.

From taking 999 calls, mobilising crews, gathering critical information and supporting both those on incident groups and to members of the public calling in – the professionalism, resilience and ability of our Fire Control Firefighters to stay calm under pressure cannot be understated.

A big thank you to every member of our Fire Control team for your hard work, dedication and commitment during this exceptionally busy period. We could not do this without you

11/08/2026

An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been issued across much of England from 9am today (Tuesday 11 August) until 9am on Friday 14 August.

Hot weather can affect anyone, but older adults, young children and those with existing health conditions are particularly vulnerable.

To stay safe in the heat:

• Avoid the sun and strenuous activity between 11am and 3pm
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Keep curtains or blinds closed in sun-facing rooms
• If you're outside, stay in the shade, wear sunscreen and a hat, and carry water with you

Please also check in on family, friends and neighbours who may need extra support to stay cool and hydrated.

If you're concerned about your health or someone else's, call NHS 111.

11/08/2026

Biggleswade crews attended a large forest fire at the Holme fen nature reserve to assist our colleagues from Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue Service fire today as part of an effort with 20 fire engines and additional specials. 🚒🔥🚨🚁