Fire Estates Manager is the only publication dedicated exclusively to the professionals who manage, maintain, and futureproof the built environments of our nation’s fire and rescue services.

In an era where safety, sustainability, and smart infrastructure are redefining how emergency services operate, the role of estate managers has never been more critical. Whether overseeing complex refurbishments, navigating compliance with ever-evolving fire safety legislation, or championing net-zero initiatives across fire stations and training grounds, your work is shaping the future of frontline support.

Fire Estates Manager is here to support and celebrate that mission.

Official Magazine of Fire Station Design Conference

Fire Estates Manager is the official magazine of the Fire Station Design Conference, with a printed copy available at the conference.

We are also delighted to work with and support the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) National Fire Estates Group (NFEG) and sponsor its Annual Conference.

Each issue will bring you:

• In-depth features on estate strategy and project delivery
• Interviews with fire service leaders and estate professionals
• Guidance on funding, procurement, and regulatory compliance
• Innovation spotlights — from sustainable builds to innovative technology integrations

We have some excellent articles, including Refurbishing Fire Stations to Provide Healthy and Inclusive Workplaces by Emily Frith, Senior Estates Improvement Manager for HIWFRS and Managing the Contaminants Issue Operationally by Chris Thornton, Operational Station Manager for London Biggin Hill Airport, who examines the steps fire stations can take to reduce contaminants. The Design and Management of Estates for the Future in a World of Dynamic Change, utilising Tom Yearsley’s 20 years of experience working with various fire estates and capital projects teams.

We also examine the role of fire station doors in emergency response, the laundry facilities at one of Sweden’s most modern training and educational facilities for firefighters, and the latest technical rescue training centres in the UK.

That was all featured in our first issue. Our next issue will be out in July 2025, followed by October 2025, January 2026, and April 2026. Please subscribe below to receive the next edition of Fire Estates Manager magazine directly into your inbox.

We aim to create not just a magazine but a platform: a space where knowledge is shared, best practices are highlighted, and challenges unique to fire estate management are discussed openly and constructively.

We’re proud to be part of your professional journey and are here to listen, learn, and grow with you.