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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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Hebden Bridge and Happy Valley Pride: An interview with Joanne E.C. Smith

Dog cafés, cabaret, and handmade parades! This interview with local Joanne E.C. Smith, discusses Hebden Bridge, Happy Valley Pride, and of course, her delicious Yorkshire steamed puddings.

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Invasion stripes at Normandy

Secretive painting of Allied Forces aircraft helped distinguish friend from foe during the Normandy invasion.

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Watton Back in the Day

Read about this Victorian dining experience in the tiny town of Watton back in the day, England of the 1980s.

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UK-based military spouse nominated for AMSE® Military Spouse Entrepreneur Award

This is the second year that AMSE® is offering the Military Spouse Entrepreneur Award.

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Spend a magical day with Harry Potter

Read what it’s like to visit the magical Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Leavesden near London.

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