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LCC-MFB Tooley Street fire station, Bermondsey
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LCC-MFB Tooley Street fire station, Bermondsey
Located at 164-165 Tooley Street, SE1, this station still stands today although it was closed operationally in 1928 and the building sold off. It was opened in 1879, having replaced the earlier Tooley Street station which had stood on the same site since 1861
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This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, showcases the historic Tooley Street fire station in Bermondsey, London (SE1), which was opened in 1879. At the time, this fire station was a vital part of the London County Council's Metropolitan Fire Brigade (LCC-MFB) network, providing essential firefighting services to the local community. The imposing red-brick building, located at 164-165 Tooley Street, had replaced an earlier fire station that had stood on the same site since 1861. The architecture of the station reflects the Victorian era, with its tall, arched windows, intricate brickwork, and distinctive chimney. Despite its rich history, the Tooley Street fire station was closed operationally in 1928, and the building was eventually sold off. Today, the station still stands as a testament to the past, a reminder of the vital role that firefighters played in protecting the people and properties of London during the Victorian era. The London Fire Brigade, which was formed in 1865, played a crucial role in the development of London's firefighting services. The brigade, which was responsible for fire prevention, firefighting, and fire safety education, underwent significant expansion during the late 19th and early 20th centuries to meet the growing needs of the city. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique insight into the history of London's firefighting services and the important role that fire stations like Tooley Street played in protecting the city and its people.
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