Fire Cadets

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service currently run the National Fire Cadets Programme in a number of fire stations across Merseyside for 13-17 year olds.

The aim of the Fire Cadets is to enable young people to gain skills and knowledge and have positive experiences in a fun, safe and secure environment, while developing life skills and inspiring positive life choices about their futures.

Activities include:

Practical Firefighting Drills
Fire Safety Awareness
Promoting Community Engagement
Fundraising
First Aid Awareness
Road Safety Awareness
Water Safety Awareness
Team-Building Activities

Cadets also work towards gaining certification and accreditation.

See some of our recent Cadets' activities here

There are currently five Fire Cadet units in Merseyside:

Wirral – Wallasey Fire Station (Thursdays 6-8pm)
St Helens – St Helens Fire Station (Tuesdays 6-8pm)
Sefton – Bootle & Netherton Fire Station (Wednesdays 6-8pm)
Liverpool – Croxteth Fire Station (Tuesdays 6.15–8.45pm)
Sefton - Southport Fire Station (Wednesdays 6.15-8.15pm)

Contact Details

Youth Engagement Team
Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service
Service Headquarters
Bootle
Liverpool
L30 4YD

Email: youthengagementteam@merseyfire.gov.uk