Firefighter Pass Out Ceremony 1986 | Southwark Training Centre

Ever wondered how London firefighters mark the end of their training? Step back in time with this rare archive footage of a London Fire Brigade Pass Out Ceremony, filmed on 24 April 1986 at the iconic Southwark Training Centre. This historic site was the heart of firefighter training in London for generations, shaping recruits into operational firefighters through weeks of rigorous instruction. Though the Centre is no longer active, its legacy lives on in the thousands of firefighters who passed through its doors. 🎓 What is a Pass Out Ceremony? The ceremony marks the end of a recruit’s initial training and their official transition to a probationary firefighter posted to a station. It’s a proud moment for family, friends, and instructors to celebrate months of hard work and discipline. 🚒 What you’ll see in this 1986 footage: • Parade drill and uniformed march-past • Traditional ladder pitching techniques • Hose rolling, hauling aloft, and water delivery • Team drills demonstrating coordination, confidence, and strength • Certificates presented to newly qualified firefighters This ceremony featured recruits from the September 1985 intake, who trained at Southwark before taking their first step into fire station life. 📼 A moment frozen in time - celebrating the Brigade's proud traditions, discipline, and spirit. #LondonFireBrigade #PassOutCeremony #FirefighterTraining #SouthwarkTrainingCentre #ArchiveFootage #LFBHistory