Membership
The code of conduct and constitution can be found here.
If you would like to join the Group, please complete our membership form below and send your payment as indicated
A one year membership operates from 1st April to 31st March irrespective of the date your membership application is submitted.
If you have any membership related concerns or queries, please email the Membership Secretary at
membership@fspg.online
After completing a membership form, you will be sent a confirmation email. After your application has been processed you will be sent a welcome pack, which includes a digital Membership Card. You should use this card to prove you are a member of the FSPG, such as when participating in events where our insurance is necessary. Please note our insurance only covers you for arena displays at events if risk assessments are provided by the organiser to the Executive Committee and approved before the event begins.
We have updated the membership forms for 2026/27 to reflect pending changes to the constitution, to be ratified at the 2026 AGM, 9th May.
Payment accepted via BACS transfer:
Account Name: FSPG
Sort Code: 60-23-36
Account No 82679800
You may also include a voluntary donation to the FSPG if you so wish
Payment should be made on the same day as submitting your application form. If payment is not received within reasonable time, your membership may be denied.
Benefits of Joining Us
Group Safety Advice
The Executive Committee is available to assist or advise event organisers or individual members on specific or general matters of safety and RAMS.
Supplier Discounts
We work with a range of suppliers relevant to our hobby to provide members with discounts on products and services; from paint and oil to vintage spares!
Spares
Advice is available on the acquisition or manufacture of spare parts via the members only Facebook page or by contacting the Executive Committee.
Clothing
Most items of uniform, within the limits of the Code of Practice (found in the Members Handbook), are available at the major rallies, online, and at memorabilia sales.
Equipment Supplies
Most items of equipment can be found for sale at Rallies or memorabilia sales and members are encouraged to buy, sell or exchange items of equipment between each other via the Group’s Newsletter or Facebook page.
Public liability Insurance
Covering the operation of firefighting equipment for demonstration purposes, including the use of live fire, pyrotechnics and smoke effects for rallies and events. FSPG insurance does not replace the need for third party road risk insurance.
Drills
Members who wish to participate in displays at Group shows must be competent in the use of their equipment. Further information about this can be found in the members handbook.
Representation
We have representation in the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs, The Dennis Society and The Fire Heritage Network. A great, friendly bunch of people, ready to share their individual passion for our hobby.
Group Newsletter
The Group’s newsletter, Back on The Run, is published regularly to keep members informed on various matters within the Group and details of forthcoming events, and members are encouraged to contribute to the publication by way of articles, letters to the Editor, opinions, or advice and queries on technical subjects. Non-Commercial advertisements are accepted from members for the ‘For Sale’ and ‘Wanted’ sections free of charge, a nominal fee being made in respect of any form of commercial insertions. Items for inclusion in the newsletter can be emailed to publications@fspg.online
Group Library
There is a growing library of almost 3000 books and manuals to which reference can be made. Material is not normally loaned out, but copies can often be provided at a small charge. Further literature is always sought; a guide to the present holding is hoped to be made available in the near future. To request access to the library, please email the Executive committee at secretary@fspg.online