Biggleswade, Potton and Sandy, Community First Responders

17/10/2026

Well what a busy weekend this is turning out to be.

Another phenomenal donation was received today from The Sir William Peel Sandy and Sandy Guild as part of a collaboration from the Peel Fest back in September.

The donation received was £1,491.15 with the other half bring donated to the Sue Ryder St John's Hospice in Moggerhanger.

We thank you for this amazing donation, this will be put towards the purchasing, replacing and upgrading of existing equipment.

East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust
East of England Ambulance Service Charity

17/10/2026

So we went to have a chat with the lovely Potton Community Cafe gang on what we do as CFRs and with a session on preventing Falls for our Silver community members. Then they surprised us with a massive £300 donation!
We are overwhelmed by your kindness and support for our Community First Responder Group. The well needed funds will be put to good use.
Thank you Andrea for inviting us and
Once again, thank you Potton, you rock! 💚

03/10/2026

Please welcome Becca, our newest member of Biggleswade, Potton and Sandy CFR’s - pictured here on the left along with our lovely Holly.
Becca is based in Potton and is already responding in the local area.
Great to have you on the team Becca 💚.

29/09/2026

An amazing collaborative response from Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Bedfordshire Police, Biggleswade Community Fire Station, Sandy Fire Station, British Red Cross and East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Unfortunately this afternoon there was a house fire in Sandy, starting on the end of a terrace and spreading to the next house along. These properties have been gutted by fire and smoke damage.

There were occupants in the properties at the time but we are happy to say everyone has been accounted for safe.

Patients have been seen to by Ambulance crews on scene for smoke inhalation.

Please allow the families time to come to terms with the loss of their homes, please also refrain from speculating on social media.

There has been a community support group set up to offer those affected with support in the coming weeks and months. Please see local Sandy Community pages for more information.

29/09/2026

🚨 Update - Tuesday 29 September, 7:30pm

Crews have now left Wi******er Road, Sandy.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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🚨 Update - Tuesday 29 September, 2:47pm

Crews remain at attendance at a building fire in Wi******er Road, Sandy. Wi******er Road, Sandy is currently closed.

Please continue to avoid the area and residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed.

Further updates will be shared on this post.

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🚨 Incident - Tuesday 29 September, 2pm 🚨

Crews are in attendance at an incident in Wi******er Road, Sandy.

Please close windows and doors and please avoid the area to enable access.

11/09/2026

These beautiful humans through rain and shine, dawn til dusk walked 999km between 8th August and Emergency Services Day on 9th September to raise a whopping £1050:00, including raffle proceeds for Biggleswade, Potton and Sandy CFR Group!!
We are beyond grateful for your efforts and your generous donation to keep our group running so we can serve our wonderful community.
Thank you, thank you, thank you 💚

https://www.justgiving.com/page/walkin999kmwalking?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

11/09/2026

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09/09/2026

What a fantastic group of people. Thank you for your support and hard work, it’s very much appreciated 💚

We did it. As a team we have walked over 999km between the 9.8 & 9.9 to raise awareness & support Biggleswade, Potton and Sandy, Community First Responders. We have walked through heatwaves & storms, countryside & the streets of cities, early hours & late nights. There is still time to sponsor us if you would like to.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/walkin999kmwalking?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL