Bedford TK Pump Escape, 15 RUR, carrying a Merryweather Steel Escape, is parked on the approach road to St Albans Fire Station of Hertfordshire Fire Brigade. At the rear can be seen part of a Bedford CA van Patient Transfer Ambulance; the County of Hertfordshire operated a joint service.                  (Maurice Cole)

On the run with County Borough of Hastings Fire Brigade until the late 1960s, this Austin Towing Vehicle has a well laden appearance. These stalwart vehicles served on in many brigades as Salvage, Foam or Chimney Tenders, or indeed reserve Pumps for many years beyond their intended life.            (Maurice Cole)