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Get to know cozy Cambridgeshire

RAF Alconbury, RAF Molesworth and RAF Menwith Hill are bucolically located in a rural area known for its farming heritage.

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Get to know the west of London

The bases of the 422nd Air Base Group (RAF Croughton, RAF Fairford, RAF Welford) lie west of London is an area of history and beauty.

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Get to know the Tri-Base area

RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall and RAF Feltwell make up the tri-base area, and reside within the East of England region.

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Strolling on the Holy Island

The Holy Island features several restaurants, pubs, cafes, the famous Priory and a castle. 

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Remember, remember bonfire night

“Remember, remember, the fifth of November, Gunpowder treason and plot...” In England November 5th is Bonfire Night! Time to toss a straw man on the burning pyre and enjoy some fireworks.

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U.K. school one of DoDEA Europe’s newest blue ribbon schools

Alconbury Elementary School in the U.K. recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School.

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The Cheese Barge in London

I discovered a floating hub of cheese on the water near the little blue Paddington Bear statue: The Cheese Barge.

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Buying and selling vehicles in the UK

Here is how to buy a new or used vehicle and get it registered when PCSing to the UK.

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Driving in the UK

If you just PCSed to England, here are some of the essential driving basics you need to know.

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DoDEA Europe Back to School Events 2024-2025

Find your DoDEA back to school events in this Europe-wide listing by school.

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Tucked in at a Tudor Castle: Hever Castle and Gardens

I got to spend the night in Hever Castle and Gardens. Throughout the castle, there are various re-creations of Tudor-era rooms.

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Unwind in Winchcombe

Winchcombe is the ultimate small-town experience to escape to for the weekend to unwind.

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The Best Hiking and Camping in Scotland

Join us as we explore the best hikes and best campsites (if there can be such a thing) in The Highlands of Scotland.

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Get your own K-6

You can still get your own authentic K-6 British phone box while you are stationed in the U.K.

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