The Old Fire Station in Hockley was the setting for a fascinating step back in time to the Second World War when it played host to the ‘Hockley at War’ exhibition.

Crowds of visitors filled the Old Fire Station over the two days to see the exhibition which provided a fascinating insight into how Hockley and the surrounding areas were affected by the Second World War.

Among the artefacts that were assembled by Hockley Parish Council were uniforms worn by English, American and German soldiers, gas masks, ration books, a plate with the amounts of food that had to feed a family member living on rations and an actual Jeep used during the War.

The event, run by Hockley Parish Council, had something for everyone over the two days, with a special Salvation Army memorial service on the second day.

Hockley Parish Councillor, Shirley James, said: “I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to all those who worked so hard on this event and especially thank those who contributed their personal memories and stories”.

The rations for one person

A gas mask on display at the show