The South West Command Development Centre (SWCDC) at Lansdown, near Bath, is one of the most modern, high-tech centres for command training and incident simulation in the UK.

The Centre has five main functions. It is used for command training, assessment, and personal development, plus it has a visual and audio production studio, and a conference centre.

Personal development is carried out within a safe learning environment using the full range of command simulation tools available at the Centre. 

These include 'Minerva real time incident simulations' which are designed to provide incident commanders and their teams with safe training as close to a real emergency as possible, and 'Hydra decision and rationale logging tools'. 
This system allows any decision making subject to be explored and provides pupils with learning scenarios focusing on decision making skills. We also run tailored classroom based presentations and discussion forums.

The Centre has a wide range of briefing, interview, examination, presentation and group discussion rooms available with full multi-media facilities. Fully trained staff, including an occupational psychologist, can assist in planning and running assessment and development events.

The Centre houses a comprehensive design, development and production suite. 
This enables monitoring and recording of training and events as well as the production of videos, CD ROMs, DVDs and interactive multi-media packages.

SWCDC has also been designed to be used as a comprehensive and flexible conference venue, providing a wide range of facilities from syndicate and meeting rooms, to a 90-seater conference centre.

All rooms have computers and IT equipment including a smartboard projection system for presentations. Catering can be provided to suit all needs and there is onsite parking for 60 vehicles.

For further information, or to book a room or event please contact a member of the Customer Service Team on 0117 9262061 extension 6500 or Email swcdc.customerservices@avonfire.gov.uk