Look behind scenes of Bromsgrove Police at open day

There’s a chance to come along and see the work of your local police teams at Bromsgrove Police & Fire Hub Open Day event this Sunday (21 September).

A visit from our West Mercia Police mascot PD Peeler, working police cars, a Samba band, fairground rides and lots for families to do are among the attractions on offer.

People are invited to come along to meet their local policing teams, as well as the chance to meet our police dogs and their handlers and check out our police cars and motorbikes (subject to operational demands).

It’s also a chance to speak to some of your local officers and even find out about the work we do to serve and protect our communities 24/7, 365 days a year. The event runs from 10am until 4pm and is open to all ages.

Other attractions to explore on the day include vintage cars, craft stalls, food vendors and an ice cream van, as well as exhibits from our partners, including the Severn Area Rescue Association and their vehicle and equipment, the NHS, St John Ambulance, Anti-Knife campaigner, the Community Safety Partnership and BDHT Housing.

There will also be lots of interesting displays from our colleagues at Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service including a ladder demonstration, RTC demonstration, search dog and fire engine rides.

Inspector Rich Field said: “There’s plenty to see and do for all the family at Bromsgrove Police & Fire Hub this Sunday which is a great opportunity to come along and meet some of your local officers and take a unique look at the work of our teams.

“Members of the public will be able to sit in a police car and there will be a guest appearance by our force's mascot PC Peeler and our own real life police dogs and lots more emergency services vehicles visiting thanks to our partner agencies.

“The event is completely free, and I would encourage anyone interested in policing, or anyone who wants to experience first-hand what our job looks like, to come along on the day.”

Entry is free to the event and parking is available free of charge in the HOW College opposite the police and fire station, subject to availability. All exhibits will be there subject to operational needs.

Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion added: “I am committed to putting policing back into the heart of communities as I know the public expect a police force that understands and tackles their concerns.

“I am a big supporter of open days, as they always prove to be a fun way for communities to meet the local team, raise concerns and get a unique insight into the varied world of policing.”