Playtime for Hampshire Forces families
THE thousands of military families living in and around the home of the British Army in Hampshire have a new children’s entertainment centre on their doorstep.
Located a short drive from Aldershot, 360 P...
Great War whistle heralds foundation’s launch
A SERVICE whistle last used on the battlefields of the Somme a century ago was sounded to launch a new charity created to keep the memory of fallen Servicemen and women alive.
The Commonwealth War Graves Fou...
New Dukies receive prized military berets
NEW students at the Duke of York’s Royal Military School have been presented with their uniform berets at a special ceremony attended by family and friends.
The time-honoured tradition was also a first for P...
Kettlebells help Carolyn ring the changes
WHEN Army wife Carolyn Done travelled to London a decade ago to watch husband Mike run the capital city’s famous marathon, the occasion sparked a healthy transformation in her own life.
“I was totally inspir...
Become a childminder in BFG
IF YOU are living in British Forces Germany and are considering becoming a childminder, there’s lots of help and information available to guide you through the process, according to childminding co-ordinator Jo...
AFF on the road
AFF’s Germany Roadshow in Montgomery’s Bar, Paderborn, was one of our most successful ever, with a high turnout of families taking the chance to speak directly to the chain of command and experts from all walks...
Faith in the Falklands
A SIKH in the British Army has raised awareness of his faith in one of the most remote parts of the world by holding a "turban day" in the Falkland Islands.
Lance Corporal Manpreet Singh Lally, a communicati...
Choir’s poignant performances
SINGERS from Shorncliffe Military Wives Choir travelled to Belgium for a trio of performances commemorating soldiers who fought and died during the First World War.
The group, from Sir John Moore Barracks, F...
Put your best foot forward for wounded veterans
A MILITARY charity is asking people to put their best foot forward this Christmas by taking part in a fundraising walk to support wounded ex-Service personnel.
Walking With The Wounded's (WWTW) Walking Home ...
Canine counselling
WHEN the mental and physical effects of a life-long vestibular disorder forced him to move back to his mother's house for help, Service veteran Nick Taylor found extra support in the form of a four-legged frien...