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News Release

Issued: 29.07.09

At: 09:25AM

For immediate release

Open Day at Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station

Firefighters from Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station extend an invite to everyone to its annual open day at Nottingham Road, Melton on Saturday 1 August 2009 10am - 4pm.

This will be a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a day out with lots of things to see and do and to learn about the work of the fire service.

On the day there will be a vast array of attractions and displays. These will include a BBQ, face painting, hair braiding, mini fire engine rides, fire safety demonstrations, fire engines and other vehicles. There will also be an attendance by the Police Community Safety Team and the Air Ambulance Team. Other attractions will include a road safety presentation.

Phil Batten, Watch Manager at Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station, said:

“Here at Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station, we really look forward to the opportunity to host open days and welcome the community.

Throughout the open day there will be a lot of activities for the whole family to enjoy as well as demonstrations to see, most importantly it will give local people the opportunity to meet the firefighters who help to protect this community.

This event has all the makings of being a fun and positive event, with plenty to see and take part in, and all the money raised throughout the day will be going towards the Fire Fighters Charity and Air Ambulance Trust.”

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Notes to News Desk

Interviews

Phil Batten, Watch Manager at Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station and Shane Mousley, Firefighter, will be available to interview on the day.

The open day will be held at Melton Mowbray Fire and Rescue Station, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0NN on Saturday 1 August, from 10am - 4pm.

We would appreciate your assistance in promoting this event to help make it a success.

All members of the media are welcome on the day, please confirm your attendance by contacting Corporate Communications on the number below.

Contact Information

For more information please contact:

Corporate Communications

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

Tel 0116 287 2241