Safety Central

11/09/2026

The new academic year is officially underway at Safety Central!

✅ Our first older uniformed group, Martlet Explorers from Winnington, took on the Escape to Safety challenge with brilliant teamwork and determination.

✅ We also welcomed Northwich & Weaver Probus as our first Safer Together group of the year, helping to spread important safety awareness within our local community.

Thank you to both groups for being part of such a fantastic start to the year. We can't wait to see what the rest of the year brings! Thanks also to our amazing Volunteer Rangers for expertly guiding the groups around the Centre😊

10/09/2026

🤩 What a fantastic start to the new academic year!

We were delighted to welcome Year 5 pupils from Hill View Primary School, Runcorn, for a fun and informative day of safety education.

Supported by our wonderful volunteer Rangers Barbara, Mary and Keith, the pupils took part in our newly enhanced programmes, including first aid for bleeding injuries, understanding the consequences of shoplifting, and learning how to be emergency ready with a grab bag.

🙌🏽 All sessions received great feedback, and the learners impressed us throughout the day with their enthusiasm and participation.

🌟 The highlight? An outstanding 95% score in the end-of-day quiz! Congratulations to everyone involved.

Hillview Primary School, Runcorn

10/09/2026

09/09/2026

🚒🚑👮‍♀️ Emergency Services Day 👮‍♂️🚑🚒
Today we’re celebrating the incredible work of all those who help keep our communities safe. ❤️
At Safety Central, we’re proud to be part of the Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service family, working alongside our partners at North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) and Cheshire Constabulary to promote safety, prevent incidents and support our communities.
And we couldn’t do it without our fantastic volunteers, who give their time, enthusiasm and expertise to help make a real difference. 🙌
A huge thank you to everyone involved in keeping people safe — together, we really are Safer Together! 💙


Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service

08/09/2026

🚒 What a fantastic day at Safety Central!

We teamed up with Lymm Fire Station & Red Watch for our joint Open Day, giving SEND educational groups the chance to explore the Centre and experience first-hand what life as a firefighter is all about.🚒

From watching a dramatic car driver extraction and a chip pan fire demonstration to having fun using the fire hoses, there was plenty to see and do.
🥰 A huge thank you to our amazing volunteer Rangers, who helped guide learners around the Centre and ensured everyone had a memorable visit.

07/09/2026

It’s great to welcome colleagues from NWAS and Midwifery back to Safety Central for another joint training day! Our immersive areas are being used to bring scenarios to life, creating realistic experiences that support learning, teamwork, and confidence in practice👶🏽🚑

06/09/2026

⚠️ Learning Through Experience at Safety Central- Take a sneak peak into a couple of our immersive rooms...👀

At Safety Central, our immersive learning areas bring important safety messages to life. By stepping into realistic environments and taking part in interactive activities, visitors can explore real-life situations in a safe and engaging way.

From understanding road safety and fire prevention to making positive choices about behaviour, health and wellbeing, our immersive experiences help children and young people develop essential safety and life skills while having fun. Learning through doing makes key messages more memorable, helping visitors build the knowledge and confidence they need to stay safe every day. 🚒🏠🚦✨

04/09/2026

⚠️ Be Safe and Be Seen👀

As the days become shorter and the mornings and evenings darker, it's important to make sure children are clearly visible when travelling to and from school.

Choosing a bright or fluorescent school coat can help children stand out to drivers, especially in poor weather and low light conditions. Where school uniforms require darker outerwear, adding reflective strips, badges, or accessories can significantly improve visibility.

A few simple changes can make a big difference in helping children stay safe on their journeys. Encouraging them to wear bright colours, use reflective items, and remain alert around roads can help ensure they are seen by other road users when it matters most.

Remember: Be safe, be seen, and be bright! 🌟🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️


Child Accident Prevention Trust

03/09/2026

Charlotte met with fellow members of the Safety Centre Alliance today and visited Edinburgh's safety education centre, The Risk Factory. The visit provided an opportunity to exchange ideas, share best practice, and explore different approaches to delivering effective safety education experiences for young people.🙂

Risk Factory Edinburgh