Local Fire Stations Bishop Auckland
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History and Background
Bishop Auckland, the principal market town of the Wear Valley, is centrally situated in Durham County. This central situation gives the town a large catchment area for both retail and employment opportunities. The residence of the Bishop of Durham is located in Auckland Castle in the Bishops Park.
The Fire Station at Bishop Auckland was originally situated in Bondgate but, in 1954 the premises were deemed inadequate and plans were set in motion to build a replacement on the new Woodhouse Close Estate. The new building at Watling Road opened in 1956 with temporary dormitory accommodation. The Station was completed in 1964.
Extensive refurbishment has taken place and the Station has been allocated extra personnel to crew a Heavy Rescue Vehicle and a Water Borne Rescue Craft - these are available to the rest of the County.
Appliances and Equipment
- 1 Rescue Water Tender Ladder
- 1 Water Rescue Ladder
- 1 Volvo FL10
- 2 Landrover L4V
- Evinrude Outboard Motor for the Emergency Rescue Boat
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