Fire Station Design Workshop 2026 Opens Delegate Booking
Fire and rescue services from across the UK to come together once again to share practical insight into modern fire station design and estate management.
Delegate booking is now open for the Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop 2026, returning on 12–13 October at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford-upon-Avon, following a sold-out 2025 event.
The two-day conference brings together estates managers, facilities teams, architects, consultants, contractors, and specialist suppliers to share practical insight into the planning, design, and delivery of modern fire stations and training facilities.
Last year’s workshop marked the event’s biggest year to date, with all tickets sold, exhibition space fully booked, and attendance increasing by 35% year-on-year. Delegates from 24 fire and rescue services joined more than 20 private sector organisations, reinforcing its position as a key event for those shaping fire service estates.
Fire Station Design Workshop 2026 Focuses on Modern Fire Service Estates
The 2026 programme will focus on the challenges currently facing fire service estates, including decarbonisation, maintaining and upgrading ageing facilities, adapting stations to evolving operational requirements, and responding to emerging risks such as PFAS contamination.
“Fire and rescue services across the UK are facing many of the same challenges, but opportunities to openly share experiences and practical solutions are still relatively limited,” said Marcus Carter, Events Co-ordinator at SHW Events. “FSDW gives delegates the opportunity to learn from other services, compare approaches, and take away ideas they can apply within their own estates.”
A key part of the event’s appeal is its collaborative format, with a strong emphasis on open discussion and knowledge-sharing between public and private sector attendees. This approach has helped establish FSDW as a must-attend event for professionals involved in fire station design, construction, and estate management.
With demand continuing to grow, the move to a larger venue for 2026 reflects both the event’s expansion and the increasing need for cross-industry collaboration in delivering modern fire service facilities.
Collaboration and Innovation in Fire Station Design
The Fire Station Design Workshop 2026 continues to support the exchange of practical expertise between fire and rescue services and industry specialists. Discussions throughout the conference will explore how modern fire stations can improve operational efficiency, firefighter wellbeing, sustainability performance and long-term estate resilience.
The event also provides opportunities for delegates to discover the latest products, technologies and specialist services supporting fire station infrastructure projects. Topics including energy efficiency, asset management, construction materials, station refurbishment and future-proof design strategies are expected to remain central themes across the programme.
Professionals attending the conference will benefit from expert presentations, networking opportunities and real-world case studies that address the evolving requirements of modern fire and rescue service facilities across the UK.
Booking is open now at Fire Station Design Workshop Website. Early booking is recommended.
