If you want to find out more about the Nottinghamshire fire service – readers can view mansfieldfiremuseum.org.uk and arrange to visit the museum for a closer look at more retro photos, artefacts, service appliances and industry history.
Here are 16 retro snaps from our archives...
5. Traffic Collision Awareness in Ashfield
Pupils from schools in the Ashfield area at Ashfield Fire Station witnessing a 'rescue' from a vehicle in a Road Traffic Accident. It was all part of a Traffic Collision Awareness Day. But which year? Photo: Tony Stocks
6. Firefighters in 1980
Nottinghamshire fire and rescue crews from 1980. Recognise anyone? Photo: National World
7. Worksop Fire Station
Firefighters demonstrated how they deal with RTAs. Pictured; Russ Dolby (firefighter) with local kids in 2007. Photo: National World
8. Worksop, 2007
Worksop, Bridge Street. Firefighters were out in town collecting for their Christmas Toy Appeal in aid of disadvantaged children in Bassetlaw. Members of White Watch including Watch Manager Nick Hopkins and firefighters Paul Matthews, Neil Scaife, Bob Mould and Paul Wyld. Year - 2007 Photo: Rachel Atkins