Daily Archives: January 6, 2013

NFS invited to the funeral of Alf Porkett

Posted on January 6, 2013 by lowdhamstation

We have been invited to a funeral next Thursday, to represent the National Fire Service, with the Turntable Ladder. Alf joined the Police Fire Brigade in Nottingham City in the 1930s and served throughout World War 2. He was taken … Continue reading →

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Fordson Barton Pump restoration

Posted on January 6, 2013 by lowdhamstation

The front-mounted Barton Pump has been stripped down, in most places, to bare metal, and repainted. The difference between thick loads of paint, and a fresh coat is incredible. It really does look brand new. I have started to re-assemble … Continue reading →

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