FAMILIES are enjoying exploring Penketh Fire Station as it hosts an open day.

Visitors are welcome to pop in anytime until 4pm on Sunday.

Admission is free.

Face painting and a selection of activities are available for children.

Visitors can meet and chat to firefighters and have a guided tour of the station.

Rope rescue and smoke tent demonstrations will be mounted to show how firefighters are constantly being trained.

All proceeds go to charity.