England

Experience the craziness of Carnival in Notting Hill, England

In August, this locally-invented carnival is a celebration of Caribbean culture set in the charming borough of Notting Hill, west of London.

Photo Of Poetry Slam, display at the movie theater entrance, illuminated light bulbs, Brick wall in the background.

Stars and Stripes attends Poetry Slam at Lakenheath Middle School

The ELA teachers of Lakenheath Middle School put together a Poetry Slam to showcase their 6th-grade students as well as what they covered as part of the curriculum.

Photo Of Sign in the underground area of London demanding tunnel shelters for Londoners during World War II.

Go underground with hidden London

During both World War I and II, citizens of London sought refuge from aerial bombing raids by hunkering beneath the ground in the tube stations.

Photo Of Interior of the historic Leadenhall Market, London, England, UK. It is one of the oldest markets in London, dating back to the 14th century.

Wander your way through London’s markets

Skip over the crowds of the Camden and Borough markets and discover a few of London’s other markets.

Get to know the Mildenhall Spouses’ Association

I recently spoke with Mildenhall Spouses’ Associatation’s president, Cherice Strandness, and she told me all about the MSA and how to get involved.

Photo Of Coutnry singer Tyler Farr is on the center on the flyer which also features sponsors on the right side

Tyler Farr comes to England this June

The tour, which will feature four performances, runs from June 26 to July 4, 2026. Farr will perform at RAF Alconbury on June 26 and RAF Croughton on June 27.

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.

Photo Of A children’s birthday cake in the shape of a caterpillar covered in chocolate

Colin the Caterpillar: A favorite UK celebration cake

Back in 1990, the U.K. grocery chain Marks & Spencer (M&S) created Colin the Caterpillar. This chocolate Swiss roll with a white chocolate face was a simple version of what you can find today.

Indoor water parks near RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall and RAF Alconbury

Winters in the U.K. can be tough. The sun is an infrequent visitor, and the weather discourages outdoor pursuits. Struggling to adapt, especially after all the holiday excitement is long gone, can take its toll on mental health.

Photo Of a large crowd of people gathered for a fireworks display at bonfire night. Guy Fawkes night. Bokeh effect.

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Remember, remember: Bonfire night in England

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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Grammy-nominated musician Daniel Kimbro returns to UK for second leg of album release tour

Daniel Kimbro is back in the U.K. for a second leg of his album release tour, kicking off that night at The Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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Tri-Base area hosts military kid resiliency talk

On April 24, 2025, the RAF Lakenheath Integrated Resilience Office and School Liaison Program hosted a Month of the Military Child (MOMC) Resilient Kids Talk.