BELGIUM: Top Ten Castles

Love a bit of History? Are you are Castle fan? Looking for something to do in your downtime? 

With over 3000 Castles in the country, Belgium is the most Castle dense country per square kilometre in the world. Around 400 of these are open to the public so there are certainly plenty to choose from. 

This article presents one Castle per province for Belgium; a beautiful mix of medieval fortress, enchanting estates and classy castles. Something to really get your teeth into this Summer. Enjoy…https://www.discoveringbelgium.com/10-top-castles-in-belgium/

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Brussels: Seven second-hand gems and one vintage treat for luck!

In the spirit of re-use recycle and repurpose, did you know that Brussels has eight gems for vintage finds or clothing by the kilo?

Whether you want to release your inner designer or simply refresh your wardrobe, there’s sure to be something perfect in the capital for you. Check them out here.

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BELGIUM: Open-Air Swimming Locations

If you are looking for somewhere to cool off, there are a number of open-air swimming options in Belgium.

If you’re in the North of Belgium: https://www.outdoorswimming.be/

See the Map

And for those in the South of the country: https://environnement.wallonie.be/home/loisirs/baignade.html

See the Map

Please do take care and lather up in sunscreen, but enjoy these various options.

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BELGIUM: Top 10 Kids Farms to visit whilst here in Belgium

Love a Farm? You will be spoilt for choice with this lovely range.

Here’s 10 Farms offering hands-on experiences to enrich your visit, that’s one for each Province! If these ten aren’t enough, there is a link within the article to 66 Farms in Belgium that kids will love!

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BELGIUM: Your Market Guide Throughout Belgium

Do you love a wander around a Market to while away the hours?

There are regular Markets throughout the country offering fresh, food, fruit, vegetables, clothing, vintage treasures, local crafts, plants and flowers.

Request your copy of the HIVE’s Guide to Markets throughout Belgium; either pop into the Office or drop me an email on RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

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BELGIUM: Explore Flanders; full of many jewels of the Belgian Crown

If you are looking for somewhere to explore in Belgium, how about the Flanders region?

With art and architecture, World War 1 sites and history, sports and outdoor activities, amusements parks and nature parks a plenty, there is something for everyone in the family.

Find out more here.

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Naples: Welcome to Naples - Here you will find your location guide

 Welcome to Naples HIVE! 

                                                    

Nicki Kewley, Hive Information Officer

I'm Nicki and I joined HIVE in June, we have an abundant amount of information to share!

Our mission is to provide you with the most up-to-date information. This new and improved Location Guide, replacing the HIVE Arrival Guide, is a collection of such information.

Location Guide - South Italy

If you are already in the area, you will find me at Villa Angela, Contrada Torre Magna 68, Guigliano in Campania, 80014 

If further information is required, please do contact me at Naples Hive on: RC-Pers-HIVE-NAPLES-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

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BELGIUM: Boardwalk walks in the Flemish Brabant

Fancy a walk with a difference? These boardwalk walks are perfect in any season and take in some fantastic scenery. Ranging from 3.5 to 11.5km these hikes there is so much to discover; 300-year old oak trees, to adventure parks, churches and plenty of birdlife. 

Be sure to wear your hiking boots or sturdy footwear as the boardwalks can still get a bit squishy in the damper months.

Find out more here.

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BELGIUM: Dog-Friendly Walks, Activities and Holiday Lodgings

If you have a fur-baby or a four legged family member and are looking for some awesome activities, wonderful walks or somewhere to lay your head with your four-legged friend, then you will love the SHAPE HIVE’s newest information sheet. 

Simply pop into the office or drop me an email for your copy of ‘Dog-Friendly Walks and Activities in Wallonia’, available now.

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BRUNEI: DIO Helpdesk - Operating Hours and Information

DIO Helpdesk Telephone Operating Hours

Monday to Thursday 

 0730 to 12:30; 13:00 - 1630

Friday 

0730 to 12:30; 13:00 - 1400

CLOSED on Saturday and Sunday

• Occupants and building custodians are encouraged to email to bruneigar-dio-helpdesk@mod.gov.uk for all non-urgent faults. Please continue to report all emergency faults to your respective Duty Officers during out of hours and closure of Helpdesk.
• All fault reports are to be directed to either Ext. 3375 or 3224130.
• All fault report emails are to be directed to BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk.
• All out of hours emergencies are to be directed to the Duty Officers as shown below.

a. RGR Duty Officer +673 833 0220
b. Garrison Duty Officer +673 833 0230
c. Duty Military Engineer +673 820 0853

For any urgent matter regarding Planned Preventative Maintenance or compliance, please contact

DIO Garrison Engineer

DIO Compliance Manager

For routine fault, please contact

DIO Helpdesk contact:

Phone number - 3224130/ or Ext.3375

Email - BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk

DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk

Or Duty Engineer (Out of hours only) can be contacted via the Duty Officer.

RGR Duty Officer - 833 0220

Garrison Duty Officer - 833 0230

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