Army HIVE Overseas Info
Generic and local information for the UK Military Community, including Serving Personnel, their Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians, when considering an overseas post or already based overseas
Friday, September 11, 2026
The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey 2027 is open!
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The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey 2027 is open! This is an opportunity for serving personnel to share their views about Service life and shape improvements.The Ministry of Defence is committed to making Service life better for personnel. The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS) takes place each year and invites a random sample of Regular serving personnel to share their views and experiences about Service life. Feedback helps shape policies and initiatives across the Armed Forces.
Check if you have been invited to complete the survey.
Germany: Weekend Events Guide 11th - 13th September
Enjoy a selection of events this weekend all close to home. If you are heading to the Park run this weekend you can delicious treats afterwards.
This weekend head to a Pumpkin festival in Bad Lippspringe or a street food day at Schloss Neuhaus.For fans of wine head to Oerlinghausen. ABBA fans can sing the night away in Bielefeld. Blomberg hosts a yearly fun fair and market. Hovelhof hosts an Airshow with a difference.
All these events are under 40 mins drive time from Sennelager.
Bad Lippspringe Pumpkin Festival
Where: Gartenschau Bad Lippspringe
Featuring 11 massive and fiery pumpkin sculptures. You can spot carved pumpkin versions of childhood heroes like Fireman Sam, animals like the pumpkin fire fish and a massive blazing volcano.
Special Event: Don't miss the festive musical opening ceremony on Sunday, September 13th at 3:00 PM featuring a live fire department music troop.
Cheat Day Street Food Festival
Where: Schlosspark Schloss Neuhaus
The popular Cheat Day Street Food Festival turns palace park into a foodie heaven. Around a dozen food trucks are serving up international dishes, from juicy burgers and crispy pizzas to sweet waffly treats and churros.
Grab a bite and enjoy relaxed DJ beats on Friday night, a live music band on Saturday, and tons of family-friendly entertainment on Sunday, entry is free.
Weinbergfest Oerlinghausen
Where: Rathausplatz, Oerlinghausen / 21 mins
The town hall square in Oerlinghausen has been transformed into a beautiful, small wine village.
Relax in a large, illuminated 150-square-meter wine lounge. Wine experts are on-site all weekend to help you taste and choose from a fantastic selection of red, white, and rosé options paired with local delicacies.
Mamma Mia ABBA Night Bielefeld
Where: Prime - Dance & Nightlife, Bielefeld / 32 mins drive
Calling all Dancing Queens. The massive European "Gimme Gimme Party" tour is stopping in Bielefeld this Saturday night, September 12 at 8:00 PM.
An ABBA-inspired concert and sing-along party. Prepare for over two hours of live singing, dancing, a brilliant LED show, and loud crowd sing-alongs to classics like Waterloo, Mamma Mia, and more.
Widbasen Marktfair Blomberg
The legendary Wilbaser Marktfair kicks off this weekend, running from Friday 11th - 14th
Spanning four action-packed days, the funfair features exciting rides a live music marquee beer tents and food stalls, Plus a big market to shop for artisan crafts alongside other market goods.
The fairgrounds open up at noon on Saturday and Sunday, staying lively into the night. Keep an eye out on Sunday afternoon as the German champions from the local handball club, HSG Blomberg-Lippe, host a massive autograph session right inside the festival tent.
Model Aircraft Airshow
The Annual Heideflieger Airshow / 20 mins drive
Every September, the sky over Hovelhof transforms into a show of speed, precision, and miniature engineering. The annual Heideflieger Airshow, hosted by the MFG Heideflieger-Hövelhof e.V., is one of the region's most beloved community traditions.
Armed Forces Children’s transitions between education systems – An Educators’ Toolkit
This toolkit has been developed specifically to help educators support armed forces children’s transitions between different education systems. Using this resource, educators can help children and young people from UK Armed Forces families experience positive transitions and thrive academically, socially and emotionally, wherever they move in the UK or overseas.
It was developed collaboratively by education practitioners and education policy professionals from across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England. This involved officials from Government Departments, local authority officers, schools and Service charities from across the UK.
NAPLES: Sensory Friendly Movie- Saturday 17 October 2026
Starts at Noon at Reel Times 2 Cinema.
Information provided by NAPLES HIVE
NAPLES: Carney Park Holiday Specials
Rent one night, get the second night FREE.
Cabins, campsites during these holiday periods:
* Columbus Day - Friday - Monday 9 October - 12 October
* Veterans Day - Wednesday - Sunday 11 November - 15 November
* Thanksgiving - Friday 20 November - 29 November
Information provided by Naples HIVE
NAPLES: Auto Skills Workshop - September 30th and October 28th
NAPLES: Calling all Bakers - Help us support the Vesuvius Race
On 23rd September the team will be in the MWA to help you sign up.
Volunteers are required to bring your tasty treats so we can raise money for this wonderful event.
Information provided by NAPLES HIVE
NAPLES: Reminder - Carney Park Closed Monday 14 September at 5pm - Wednesday 16th September 2026
However Carney Park Golf Course remains open during this time.
Information provided by NAPLES HIVE.
NAPLES: NEW VACANCY - JOB SHARE BUS ESCORT
Give Us Time – family breaks: Sept special…last few remaining
The final few September breaks are live on the website. Don’t miss out the chance for a last minute getaway! https://giveustime.org.uk/