Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service – Multiple Projects

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) set out to modernise its ageing estate.

The aim was to meet today’s standards for safety, inclusivity and community service.

Delivering better stations together

Our work with RBFRS began in 2016 with the redevelopment of Hungerford Community Fire Station – the first step in their wider estate transformation programme. The scheme brought the fire service, Thames Valley Police and South Central Ambulance Service together under one roof, setting a benchmark for future collaborative, community focused facilities.

We were later appointed under the Service’s Strategic Asset Investment Framework to provide full interdisciplinary support across their capital programme. This has included project and cost management, architecture, MEP and structural engineering, and sustainability consultancy, from small refurbishments to full station rebuilds.

At the Learning and Development Centre in Reading, we oversaw the demolition of outdated facilities and delivery of a new two-storey modular building. Off-site construction kept disruption to training to a minimum, and the scheme is targeting BREEAM Very Good to support RBFRS’s sustainability goals.

At Crowthorne Community Fire Station, we managed the demolition and rebuild on a tight, constrained site. To maintain 24/7 operations, we designed and delivered a temporary fire station within the grounds of Wellington College, repurposing an existing building to house appliances and crews throughout construction.

At Slough Fire Station, we led extensive refurbishments focused on inclusivity, contamination control and improved working conditions. The project overcame tight spatial constraints and unexpected structural issues while keeping the station operational.

Across all sites, our team adapted to RBFRS’s dynamic needs. We maintained uninterrupted operations while delivering high-quality, future-fit infrastructure shaped around modern values, including equality, diversity and inclusion, sustainability and community engagement.

High-performing, inclusive and resilient

These projects have delivered modern, inclusive and fit-for-purpose facilities that reflect RBFRS’s strategy and identity. Improved layouts, energy-efficient systems and accessible public spaces all contribute to a safer, more inclusive and more sustainable service environment.

Built to serve people and communities

Our work has helped RBFRS bring their estate vision to life – modernising facilities, strengthening community access and supporting positive cultural change. Through close collaboration and a clear understanding of operational realities, we’ve become a trusted extension of their team, helping create places that support their people and protect their communities.