Numerically the first Bedford J5, 281LTD emerges from what is believed to be
the Old Fire Station known as McGaffigans Forge, a building dating back to 1796.
[Photo courtesy Bolton-le-Sands Fire Station and reproduced with thanks.]

The fire station c.1971.

Ford D1114 was seen on the forecourt of the fire station.
(NP collection ~ courtesy DBB)