Westies would be familiar with the bright red fire station facing Old Jurong Road and next to the Rail Corridor. The conserved heritage building has since been converted into enrichment spaces, lifestyle spaces and now a co-living space with retail shops.
While an event space is still getting setup as of June 2026, we took a look at the former Bukit Timah Fire Station. It used to be a fire station from the 1950s then decommissioned in 2005.
Old Bukit Timah Fire Station’s History
Bukit Timah Fire Station was Singapore’s fourth fire station. Then the station served an array of emergencies – cliff rescues, quarry incidences since it was in the vicinity of a few quarries, gas explosions and more.
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As i grew up in the nearby Fuyong estate, the fire station was a memorable landmark.
It still looks the same many decades later thanks to its conservation status. Though its occupants are no longer firemen, there are some shops and a co-living option to check out.
What catches the eyes of visitors might be the tall tower originally used by firefighters for hose-drying and rigorous drills. It features a vibrant mural that pays tribute to both the Rail Corridor and the site’s firefighting heritage.
Enrichment Schools & a Co-Living Space
Now Coliwoo takes up the upper floors of the former fire station as co-living spaces while the first floor has retail and enrichment spaces.
Tiny Kingdom
Tiny Kingdom is a nature-centric enrichment space that brings nature closer to children and families through its immersive programmes. Critters and other little creatures fill its space. Through workshops and walks, visitors can interact with the animals and learn more about the world around them that’s often misunderstood.
Where:#01-22
Tiny Kingdom Website
The Sundowner Nature Experience Centre
The Sundowner Nature Experience Centre offers 25 different activities all run in-house from pizza-making, bee-keeping, beer-brewing, coffee-roasting, pasta-making and more. It has an outdoor dining area with woodfire ovens perfect for pizza-baking.
Where: 272 Upper Bukit Timah Road
The Sundowner Website
Aquaducks
Want to learn swimming? A sheltered heated pool awaits. Aquaducks offers classes tailored for babies (6-12 months), toddlers/preschoolers, and Learn to Swim sessions.
Where: 262 Upper Bukit Timah Road #01-32
Aquaducks Website
Science Explorers Xplorers.Life
An inclusive STEAM-centric enrichment brand, Xplorers.Life has inclusive classes that are fun and engaging for children of different needs. Programs are designed for all learners, including homeschoolers, special needs families, and multi-generational groups.
Specialising in hands-On S.T.E.A.M., Science Explorers’ activities inspire curiosity and problem-solving through real-world projects that make learning exciting and memorable.
Where: 262 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #01-10
The Collar Club
Pawrents will appreciate a pet boarding and grooming facility at the former Bukit Timah Fire Station. The Collar Club provides pet transport, retail and other services.
Where: 262 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #01-24
The Collar Club Website
Other Upcoming Facilities
At the time of visit, we saw an event space or a restaurant being set up. Perhaps there will be a new eatery at the former Bukit Timah Fire Station!
Visit Old Bukit Timah Fire Station
If you would like to experience some nostalgia while enjoying some fresh air, drop by the Old Bukit Timah Fire Station which has a new lease of life.
Onsite parking is available at $1.20 per hour. The nearest MRT is Hume MRT station.
Where: 260 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 588190
