BELGIUM: UK Medical Centre Early Closure Wednesday 18th February 2026, 16:00

The UK Medical Centre will close at 4pm on Wednesday 18th February for staff training.

For medical advice please contact the Healix (24/7) advice line +44 208 481 7800. 

If you require urgent medical assistance, please go to your nearest A&E department and inform Healix to obtain a payment letter.

We will re-open at 8am on Thursday 19th February.

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SHAPE: Arts and Crafts Adults Sessions March 2026

The March Schedule for Adults at the Art and Crafts Centre is out now....

Registration and pre-payment required to secure your space.

Kids After School Crafts Every Wednesday as well, for ages 6 and upwards. Pre-registration also required for these.

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Brunssum: Updated NAAFI delivery forms and How to use the NAAFI Delivery Service

Click 'Read more' to download the latest version of the NAAFI delivery form.

Brunssum: Night at the Darts Wednesday 11th February 2026

 

Night at the Darts” at Camp Hendrik, featuring the Brunssum British Darts Classic Tournament, taking place on Wednesday 11th February 2026 from 1600hrs in the Brit Bar.

This will be a singles darts tournament, open to all members of the British Delegation, including serving personnel and family members of the community (ages 16+). The event is open to both players and spectators, with crowd participation very much encouraged (“Boring, boring tables!”).

Players will receive the full darts experience, including:

• An MC-led introduction
• Walk-on music
• A lively, tournament-style atmosphere

No darts? No problem. All required equipment will be provided - just let us know if you need items beforehand.

How to sign up
To register, please scan the QR code on the poster or use the MS Forms link below: 
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=6jCjjU4iHE-9nTLYZhTmz7f1n3zw6k9MtRQE2beXb0JUMjlYSkVGWkFJUEdJUU9GQjhTTkJTM0ZWOS4u

Signup closes at 1600hrs on Wednesday 4th February 2026, so please don’t miss out. Further details will be provided to players once final participation numbers are confirmed.

Brunssum: JFC Brunssum Library February Schedule

 

There's always lots happening at the JFC Brunssum Library, here's what's planned for this month! Click here to view a larger version of the above schedule.

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Brunssum: Adult Beginner Sewing Class at JFCBS Library, Mondays and Wednesdays

 

If you would like to get to grips with using a sewing machine, sign up for some tuition and start with a small project. There are limited spaces; please call in to the library to book a slot. Think of what you would like to make and bring your own fabric.

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SHAPE: Arts and Crafts Official Vendor of SHAPE and NATO Merch

Did you the Arts and Crafts Centre sells Official SHAPE and NATO Merch?

If you are looking for a souvenir, keepsake or SHAPE themed gift, do pop in and have a browse. They also offer a Framing Service, a Tailoring Service, a range of classes and birthday parties.

Get in on touch with them on artandcraft@shapemwb.be or just pop in.

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Time to Talk Day: Today – 5 Feb 26

Time to Talk Day is an event in the annual health and wellbeing calendar. It aims to get individuals to talk to each other, to reach out if in need and to open the conversation around mental health.

A video is available on YouTube: Brighton & Hove Albion | Together Against Suicide With Samaritans & Premier League The video is also on Defence Connect.

Support for your Mental Health Is Always Available

If in immediate distress and not sure who to talk to then contact one of the teams below:

Armed Forces Support Line 24/7 - Call 0800 323 4444

Samaritans 24/7 - Call 116 123

Text SHOUT to 85258 –Text messaging service, available 24/7

You can also speak to your family and friends who know you best, your Unit Medical Officer, Chain of Command, Unit Welfare Team or Padre.

Other information and resources to support can be found at: British Army - Ask For Help

Aurora New Dawn Athena Programme – Starts on 11 Feb

To find out more please visit https://aurorand.org.uk/ and to register, please email: armedforces@aurorand.org.uk or phone 02392 479254.

BELGIUM: Ash Wednesday at the SHAPE Chapel

Ash Wednesday at the SHAPE Chapel.

In the Christian Faith Ash Wednesday is the start of the season of Lent, 40 days leading up to Easter. It is often marked by people having an ash cross placed on their foreheads. Lent is traditionally a time of fasting and reflection and often people will give up or take up something over the period. 

Anyone will be made most welcome at any of the special services listed as we kick start the season.

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