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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.

Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.

We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.

To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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Friday, September 12, 2025

Gibraltar: British Forces Open Day 27th September


Commander British Forces Gibraltar, Commodore Tom Guy, is delighted to welcome you to British Forces Gibraltar Open Day 2025 at His Majesty’s Naval Base.

On Saturday 27 September 2025 British Forces Gibraltar will open the gates to His Majesty’s Naval Base for an afternoon of military displays, boat rides, and family entertainment; truly showcasing the Armed Forces’ role in Gibraltar.

Programme
1200 - His Majesty’s Naval Base gates open to the public
1200 – 1800 - Vendors, charity, and recruitment stalls | Free boat rides | Military displays | Family entertainment
1630 - Gates close for entry, no entry after 1630 | Raffle winners announced
1800 - Event finish, site closes to the public

Security
Adults (over 18s) are required to bring a form of photo identification for comparison against your registered ticket.

The event is free but registration is essential through www.buytickets.gi

T&Cs

By entering His Majesty’s Naval Base guests agree to the following terms and conditions:

  1. Pre-ordered tickets are required for entry from buytickets.gi (including for military personnel and their dependants)
  2. Guests are required to bring a form of photo identification
  3. Only guide dogs are allowed onsite
  4. No smoking onsite
  5. Children under 12 must always be supervised by a parent or guardian
  6. British Forces Gibraltar may deny or revoke access to the site at any time without justification
  7. Guests must follow instructions from any member of British Forces Gibraltar, or our supporting event staff, whilst onsite
  8. Guests must remain behind barriers and remain clear of the water edge
  9. The MOD does not accept any liability for injury, personal property damage, or theft whilst attending British Forces Gibraltar Open Day
  10. Guests are limited to bringing a maximum of one bag each into His Majesty’s Naval Base which is subject to security search
FAQs

How do I access His Majesty’s Naval Base? - Go to the main gate on Queensway Road where you will be met by security staff. Produce your photo ID (over 18 / adults only) for comparison against your registered ticket and open any bags for security checks. What3Words location: plant.honest.month.

Is HM Naval Base wheelchair friendly? - Yes

Can I bring a pushchair? - Yes

Can I bring my dog? - No. Only guide dogs are permitted

Is vehicle parking available? - No

What can I bring? - Guests are limited to bringing a maximum of one bag each. No sharp or dangerous items may be brought in

How do I register for a free boat ride? - Registration for free boat rides is on the day at the information tent (opposite entrance gate). We operate a first come first serve basis, so arrive early (from 1200) to avoid disappointment.



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