A fellowship of excellence across Fire Safety, Rescue, Engineering, supported by our Military and Paramedic partners.
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The Worshipful Company of Firefighters

Welcome

Promoting the development and advancement of firefighting, fire prevention, life safety, and the exchange of knowledge across the profession.

We are proud to support the traditions of the City of London while fostering fellowship, professional excellence, and service within the fire and safety community.

The Worshipful Company of Firefighters

The prime objective of the Worshipful Company of Firefighters is to promote the development and advancement of the science, art, and practice of firefighting, fire prevention, and life safety.

The Company also encourages good professional conduct and the exchange of knowledge between Members of the Company and others working in allied fields. In addition, it maintains the traditions and customs of the City of London and supports the Lord Mayor and Aldermen in matters relevant to the life and dignity of the City.

Fire News

Fire News

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) has once again joined forces with NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight and Community Pharmacy

The campaign builds on a successful joint initiative delivered in 2024, which saw fire safety resources distributed to hundreds of pharmacies, GP surgeries and care providers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Emoll…

Company News

Company News

Common Hall 2026

The Worshipful Company of Firefighters Common Hall was held on Friday 3rd July 2026 in St Mary-Le-Bow Church, City of London.  This is the occasion when we bear witness to the sworn Declarations of the incoming Master an…

The Worshipful Company of Firefighters - Liveryman's Dinner 2027

Events

The Worshipful Company of Firefighters - Liveryman's Dinner 2027

Our Dinner for Liverymen is an exclusive, private gathering hosted by The Worshipful Company of Firefighters that is restricted strictly to its Liverymen only.

Past Disasters historical newspaper archive

On this day

Tropical Storm Linda

2 November 1997 · Mekong Delta, Vietnam · Cyclone

Linda struck southern Vietnam, sinking fishing fleets and causing more than 3,000 deaths or disappearances.

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Registered charity 1182241

The Worshipful Company of Firefighters Charitable Trust

Closely associated with, but operating as a separate entity from the Worshipful Company of Firefighters, the Charitable Trust has ten Trustees who are responsible for all aspects of its operation and are all members of the Worshipful Company.

The Charitable Trust recognises that the world of the fire industry and the Fire and Rescue Service is changing at a considerable pace. It will shortly review its current core charities and consider what more can be done in the youth and young persons sector, supporting responsible and good citizenship for future generations.

Next Steps

If you are interested in joining, or would simply like to learn more about membership, we would be pleased to hear from you.

The Membership Committee can provide further guidance on eligibility, the different routes to admission, and the steps involved in making an application.

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