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

 Welcome to Naples HIVE! 

                                                    

Nicki Kewley, Hive Information Officer

I'm delighted to introduce you to the latest Location Guide for Naples -  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, replaces the previous guide and has additional information for you.

Location Guide - Naples

If you are already in the area, you will find me at the NSE or the Gas Station - I'm always available for a chat.

Although currently closed, my usual location on Monday/ Wednesday and Fridays is 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

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

NAPLES : Recycling Collection Schedule

 

Collection Schedule

Please note these are the specific days for each collection.

Please ensure that rubbish is put out from 20:00 of the day indicated for collection the next morning.

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

The Ripple Pond: Free Thinking Family Autumn E Magazine

As families prepare for a new school year, the return to school can bring a mixture of emotions. New routines, new environments, friendships and the pressures of school can all feel challenging, particularly for children and young people who may already be navigating difficulties at home.

The latest Thinking Family Autumn Magazine is packed with practical ideas to help families through the autumn term, with suggestions for different ages and stages.

Inside you'll find:
Back-to-school ideas to help make the transition a little easier
101 questions to ask instead of “How are you?” to encourage more natural conversations
Board game recommendations for different ages, providing simple ways to spend time together
What to do when school feels hard, with ideas for supporting children when school feels overwhelming
Age-differentiated ideas for younger children through to teenagers
Simple ways to connect as a family and create opportunities for conversation and wellbeingWhether you're supporting a child who is looking forward to going back, feeling anxious about the new term, or somewhere in between, we hope you'll find something useful inside.

To read the magazine online, please go to: Autumn Edition of Emagazine, Thinking Family

MOD ‘UK Nursery Authority’ childcare support: How to register and claim

From 1 September 2026, eligible working Service families who live in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with early years childcare costs.

If you would get 'free' (Government funded) childcare hours if based in England, Defence’s UK Nursery Authority (UKNA) childcare scheme will now help cover the difference in cost where you live.

It’s important to understand that UKNA does not give you a childcare space. It pays back money to eligible families who have already paid for early years childcare.

Brunei: Krishna Janmastami Pooja - Friday 4 September 2026

KRISHNA JANMASTAMI POOJA – FRIDAY, 4 September 2026

As per the Nepalese calendar and the BG Religious Festivals FOE 2026/27, the Krishna Janmastami Pooja will take place on Friday, 4 September 2026, at BFB Temple.

Recommendation: All available BFB SP and families are invited to the Krishna Janmastami Pooja.

Timing: Please be seated by 0925-1045 hours.

Dress:
Gents: Working / Smart Casual.
Ladies: Comfortable attire

Information provided by Brunei HIVE.

Germany: Weekend Guide 4th - 6th September

September is a great month in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW). The weather is cooling down, and cities across the region are throwing street festivals. Expect thrill rides, delicious food stalls, and traditional markets.

Here are some great events you can visit with friends and family this weekend.

Google Map Link 

14th German Cheese Market (Deutscher Käsemarkt) Nieheim

Prepare for the largest cheese buffet in the country! The historic town of Nieheim takes centre stage with the highly anticipated Deutscher Käsemarkt, gathering over 60 traditional, artisanal cheesemakers and elite vintners from various countries. You can sample everything from sharp, hand-crafted cheeses to perfectly paired regional wines while wandering through beautiful, historic alleyways.

📅 Date: Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, 2026

⏰ Time: Friday: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

📍 Venue: Historic Old Town / Innenstadt Nieheim

💰 Ticket Price: Affordable day or weekend wristbands are available; kids under 16 get in free! Grab your passes ahead of time on the Nieheim Tourism Portal.

© City of Nieheim/Besim Mazhiqi

BRUNEI: BFB - Nepal Flood Relief Donation Appeal - NLT Friday, 11th September 2026

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LET’S PRAY & DONATE FOR NEPAL

During this difficult time, let’s come together as a community to support those in need. Every prayer and every contribution, big or small, can make a difference.

Keep Nepal and its people in your prayers.
Let’s stand together and help wherever we can.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Yoga and Meditation with Pandit Ji - *CANCELLED* Thursday, 03rd September 2026, 0915 - 1045 hrs @ CCCC Main Hall

NOTICE

Yoga and Meditation with Pandit Ji - Thursday, 03rd September 2026 has been *CANCELLED* due to unforeseen circumstances.

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Please click the link or scan the QR code above for the attendance.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Give Us Time: Autumn and Winter breaks

The latest Give Us Time breaks include:

Letham Feus, Scotland
14–18 Sept | Sleeps 4 | HOT TUB

Hayling Island, near Portsmouth
28 Sept–2 Oct | Sleeps 6 | Silver Grade

Sand Le Mere, East Yorkshire
5–9 Oct | Sleeps 6

Bowland Fell, North Yorkshire
12–16 Oct | Sleeps 6

Stowford Farm Meadows, Devon
Camping available all weekends in September

The RV, Falmouth
Dates available in November & December

To find out more please go to: https://bookings.giveustime.org.uk/login

BELGIUM: BFPO last delivery date 2026

To avoid disappointment, please plan ahead and post early for Christmas 2026. 

Anything posted beyond October 30th cannot be guaranteed to arrive in time for Christmas and may not be delivered until after the New Year.

It is also advised to expect higher demand and disruption to BFPO deliveries between October and December 2026.

Key takeaway: post early to avoid disappointment!


Information provided by SHAPE HIVE