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RAF BRIZE NORTON INFORMATION HANDBOOK CONTENTS Station Commander Introduction........................................... 07 Station Contact Details......................................................... 10 Background to Brize Norton................................................. 11 The Station......................................................................... 13 Station Accommodation....................................................... 16 Welfare Houses.................................................................. 17 Station Facilitie.................................................................... 20 Useful Contact Information................................................... 22 Social Media...................................................................... 26 Station Magazine, 51 Degrees North Contact details............... 29 Healthcare......................................................................... 30 Sporting Facilities................................................................ 34 People and Families Support................................................ 35 Education.....................................................................38/40 Service Families Accommodation (SFA.................................. 46 Local Community Information............................................... 60 Local Amenities – Waste Collection....................................... 60 The Families Club................................................................ 60 Carterton Education Trust and Local Youth Activities................. 68 Junior Ranks Welfare Fund (JRWF)....................................... 72 Travel................................................................................. 77 Stay Safe From Fire............................................................. 86 Employment...... .................................................................90

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Located just 2 miles from the Main Gate, Owners Dave and Caroline Ford welcome you to The Plough Inn, Alvescot, our charming village pub for delicious home cooked lunches, dinners and Sunday Roasts along with an excellent range of wines, beers and well kept real ales. Our top garden and garden bar hosts live music in the summer months with plenty of outdoor seating on the lower patio, all year round. Whether you're walking to us on the footpaths around the base perimeter or prefer to be collected in our free for customer minibus, The Plough Inn is an excellent venue to relax, chat and enjoy the atmosphere with friends and family. Follow us on Facebook

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STATION COMMANDER'S INTRODUCTION

Welcome to RAF Brize Norton; home to the RAF’s Strategic and Tactical Air Transport (AT) and Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) capabilities as well as host to many lodger and reserve units. This booklet aims to be the one stop shop for you, your family, and friends containing everything you need to know about RAF Brize Norton and the local area: from doctors, dentists and schools to restaurants, recreation activities and much more. In terms of the operational output of the unit, there are three different types of aircraft operating out of RAF Brize Norton - Boeing C17 Globemaster III, Airbus A400M Atlas and Airbus Voyager, with our Whole Force Team working together to deliver the Airport of Embarkation, Air to Air Refuelling, Inter and Intra Theatre Transport, Airborne Delivery, Aeromedical Evacuation, Repatriation, Air Mobility trials and so much more. It is the largest RAF Station in the UK, home to over 5800 Service Personnel, 200 civilian staff and 1300 contractors. Working 365 days a year, supporting operations around the globe and ensuring our skies stay safe - RAF Brize Norton really is the station that never sleeps. RAF Brize Norton prides itself in being a vibrant place to work and live. You will find state of the art leisure and sporting facilities. Our welfare facilities for the Whole Force have seen a makeover with Junior Ranks bar and social area totally revamped, making it a place to relax with friends and enjoy much needed downtime. Please do come and visit. To ensure access to all the latest news, our Station Magazine 51 Degrees North, (in reference to the latitude of Brize Norton) enables our people, community, friends and family to stay up to date. The magazine can be found online through our external web site – 51 Degrees North. For those arriving at RAF Brize Norton for the

very first time, you may also find the introduction video useful - RAF Brize Norton Arrivals Video 2022 | RAF Media & Communications (imagencloud.com) The Station has seen the introduction of many new initiatives, including the introduction of electric cars. We all take exceptional pride as we move towards the RAF’s Net Zero 40 goal! There are many ways to be involved to improve how we work at RAF Brize Norton and help deliver a Next Generation RAF; I would encourage you all to become involved however small it may seem. We are always looking for new initiatives and we want to hear from you. Situated in one of the most picturesque areas, there are certainly endless opportunities to explore this beautiful countryside. Please get out and about and explore what is on our doorstep. I do hope you enjoy your time at RAF Brize Norton.

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BACKGROUND TO BRIZE NORTON KEY DATES 1937 - Opened as a flying training station. 1944 - Nos. 296 and 297 Squadrons dropped paratroops and launched Horsa gliders during D-Day. 1945 - RAF Brize Norton transferred from Flying Training Command to Transport Command. 1951 - The US Air Force accepted control of the Station. 1965 - The RAF took back control of the Station and it became a Transport Command airfield. 2001 - First Boeing C-17A Globemaster III aircraft arrived. 2011 - The Airbus A330 Voyager arrived. 2012 - Lockheed Martin C-130J arrived due to the closure of RAF Lyneham. 2014 - Airbus A400M Atlas arrived. 2023 - Lockheed Martin C130J Hercules retired and Number 47 Squadron disbanded. HISTORY RAF Brize Norton officially opened on 13 August 1937. Number 2 Flying Training School was the first unit to be stationed here, arriving on 7 September 1937. In July 1942, the Heavy Glider Conversion Unit, later renamed No. 21 HGCU, arrived and remained here until 31 December 1945. Between March and October 1944, the Station was used as a base for parachute and glider operations by Nos 296 and 297 Squadrons, both equipped with Armstrong Whitworth Albemarle aircraft; both Squadrons were involved in D-Day operations, and the airborne landings at Arnhem. Flying Training Command returned to the Station with No 204 AFTS in August 1949, then left in June 1950. The USAF formally accepted control of the Station on 16 April 1951, initially basing B-36 Convair Peacemaker bombers then B-47 Stratojets at a later date. The RAF took back control of the Station on 1 April 1965. Various iconic aircraft have been based here, including Airspeed Oxford, Harvard, Whitley, Albermarle, Horsa Glider, Britannia, VC-10, Belfast, Argosy, Andover, Tri-Star, Globemaster III, Hercules, Voyager and Atlas. The Station has been involved in many operations including, CORPORATE (1982), GRANBY (1990), TELIC (2003-11), HERRICK (2001-14), SHADER (2014) RUMAN (2017) and PITTING (2021).

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THE STATION

WHAT WE FLY

C-17 Globemaster III Transport.

Atlas (A400M) Transport.

Voyager Air refuelling, Transport.

WHO’S BASED HERE

No1 Group

Air Mobility Force

No2 Group

RAF Brize Norton

No. 1 Air Mobility Wing

10 Squadron

XXIV Squadron

30 Squadron

LXX Squadron

99 Squadron

101 Squadron

206 Squadron

501 Squadron RAuxAF

622 Squadron RAuxAF

4624 Squadron RAuxAF

4626 Squadron RAuxAF

2624 Squadron RAuxAF Regiment

II Squadron RAF Regiment

Airborne Delivery Wing

Tactical Medical Wing

Joint Air Delivery Test and Evaluation Unit

7 RAF Police Squadron

7 Force Protection Wing

Chaplains

Legal Branch

RAF Regiment

RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team

Main carparks

Junior Ranks' Single Living Accommodation

MAIN GATE

KEY TO NUMBERS

3 Swimming Pool 4 Common Room/Cost Cutter /Aviators – JRs Venue from 1900 6 Police & Security Flt HQ 7 People & Families Support 8 Gymnasium /PEd Flt 14 Personnel Support & Welfare/SCSO/BRM/P1 19 Squash Courts 23 Herrick Road MQ’s 24 Medical/Dental Centre 25 BDT 34 Astra Bowl 40 Clothing Stores Entrance 41 Barrack Stores 44 Air Terminal 48 Gateway House 51 Central Registry (Post Room) 52 HRC 1 (PSF) 53 Print & Resource Centre 54 PCRF

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ACCOMMODATION AT RAF BRIZE NORTON BRIZE NORTON SINGLE LIVING: JUNIOR RANKS Accommodation Cell: 01993 897764 Ext 7764 or 01993 897151 Ext 7151 Dining: 01993 897671 Ext 7671 Messes are managed by Sodexo and operate under the pay as you dine scheme. For any changes to the Meal Timings listed below information will be provided by the relevant Mess, on the Catering HQ SharePoint page and the RAF Brize Norton Teams Channels. WO’S AND SGT’S MESS Mess Reception: 01993 896030 Ext 6030

JRM Meal Timings Monday to Friday Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:

0600 - 0800 1115 - 1245 1600 - 1900

Weekend Meal Timings 0600 - 0900 1130 - 1230

Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:

1630 - 1730

Duty Supper Daily:

2300 - 0030

OFFICERS’ MESS Mess Reception: 01993 897147 Ext 7147 WOSM Meal Timings Monday to Friday Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:

0700 – 0830 1130 – 1245 1645 – 1815 OM Meal Timings

Weekend Meal Timings Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:

0730 – 0930

Monday to Friday

1200 – 1300 1700 – 1800

Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:

0700 – 0830 1200 – 1330 1800 – 2000

Weekend Meal Timings Breakfast:

0800 – 1000

Lunch:

1200 – 1300

Dinner:

1800 – 1900

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WELFARE HOUSES

Welfare Houses provide accommodation primarily for compassionate or contact reasons. They are available to personnel and their families who need temporary accommodation for short periods of time either for themselves or family members. RAF Brize Norton has 9 welfare houses in total, 4 x 2 bedrooms and 5 x 3 bedrooms, one of which has been adapted for visitors who have mobility issues. If you wish to make a booking please call the Welfare House Manager, between the hours 0900 – 1430, on 01993 895956 ext. 5956 outside these hours email the People and Families Support Team: bzn-community@mod.gov.uk bookings must be made using an official MOD email.

Special Memories

are made at Cogges Manor Farm in Witney Cogges Manor Farm is a lovely day out for all the family. A place to relax, have fun and make special memories. Located in the market town of Witney, you’ll discover a fascinating Manor House, friendly farm animals, tranquil Walled Garden, heritage Orchard, Meadows and Woodland, Adventure Playground, Sandpit, mini-tractors and a fantastic Café. Family Friendly Events/Guided Tours/ Café/Gift Shop/Weddings/Corporate & Private Hire /Filming Location/Creative Workshops/Dog Friendly Open daily from February half term – November and selected dates for Christmas events.

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CHALLENGE COINS

The coins come in hard plastic capsules as standard 50 1.75” = £400.00 (£8.00 + VAT ea)

50 2.00” = £437.50 (£8.75 + VAT ea)

100 1.75” = £550.00 (£5.50 + VAT ea)

100 2.00” = £650.00 (£6.50 + VAT ea)

200 1.75” = £1,000.00 (£5.00 + VAT ea)

200 2.00” = £1,150.00 (£5.75 + VAT ea)

300 1.75” = £1,350.00 (£4.50 + VAT ea)

300 2.00” = £1,500.00 (£5.00 + VAT ea)

500 1.75” = £1,975.00 (£3.95 + VAT ea)

500 2.00” = £2,125.00 (£4.25 + VAT ea)

EMBROIDERED PATCHES

PVC PATCHES

30 3.50”= £240.00 (£8.00 + VAT ea)

30 3.50” = £315.00 (£10.50 + VAT ea)

50 3.50” = £275.00 (£5.50 + VAT ea)

50 3.50” = £325.00 (£6.50 + VAT ea)

100 3.50” = £350.00 (£3.50 + VAT ea)

100 3.50” = £450.00 (£4.50 + VAT ea)

EMBROIDERED KEYRINGS

PVC KEYRINGS

50 = £150.00 + VAT (£3.00+ VAT ea)

50 = £250.00 + VAT (£5.00 + VAT ea)

100 = £250.00 + VAT (£2.50+ VAT ea)

100 = £350.00 + VAT (£3.50+ VAT ea)

200 = £400.00 + VAT (£2.00+ VAT ea)

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STATION FACILITIES Facility

Overview

Details

Bowling Alley (Astra Bowl)

S tation ID passes (R.A.F or MoD) are required to use the Astra Bowl. For further information find us on or call 01993 897289 Ext 7289

Opening Hours: http://www. astrabowl.co.uk/opening-hours.html Further details on page 72

The Common Room with Costa Coffee

Menu Breakfast served 0730 – 1100 Panini and Pizza 1100 – 2100 Main meals 1130 – 1330

The Common Room – Aviators JR’s

From 1900 Mon – Fri The Common Room is a bar and social area for the Junior Ranks

Mon - Wed 0730 - 2300 Thu 0730 - 0000 Fri 0730 - 1600 Bank Holidays Closed

For booking enquiries email BZNGDFlt@mod.gov.uk

Costcutter

Convenient Store incl hot and cold food

Mon - Thu 0700 - 1900 Fri 0700 - 1600 Sat 1000 -1400 Sun 1000 - 1600

Free Wi-Fi

The Common Room

See times for The Common Room

Air Terminal

24hr

Community Support Building

Community Support Building working hrs

Gym

Fitness Suite open 24hr Gym is open to the whole RAF Brize Norton Community. See Sporting Facilities page for membership details

BZN-PEdFlt-Admin@mod.gov.uk

Learning Centre

Education for Personal Development and Resettlement. See Teams channel for further details.

Mon - Thu 0815 - 1645 Fri Closed All Day

Station Barber

Behind the Common Room adjacent to Rugby Club

Mon - Thu 0830 - 1600 Fri - 0830 - 1400 01993 897295 Ext 7295

Strikers Café (Located in Astrabowl)

Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 08.30 – 14.00 Fri: 18.00-20.30 Sat: 10.00 – 13.30 Sun: Closed

Check website for any changes to opening times www.astrabowl.co.uk Last Orders 10 minutes before closing.

Swimming Pool

The Pool hosts a range of sessions, available for private party bookings and is an accredited training centre

01993 845128 or Ext 7201 Please check RAF Brize Norton Swimming Pool for time table, Facebook & SharePoint – Community/Clubs and Sports

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RAF BRIZE NORTON USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/stations/raf-brize-norton/ Accommodation - JR's

01993 897764 Ext 7764 or 01993 897151 Ext 7151

Accommodation – Officers’ Mess Reception

01993 897147 Ext 7147

Accommodation - SNCO’S Mess Reception

01993 896030 Ext 6030

Brize Development Team (BDT) Physically located at RAF Brize Norton in Building 25, you can find us on the Brize SharePoint site under ‘Supported Units’. Welcome to the Brize Development Team

Multiuser email: Air-2GpBrizeDevTeam@mod.gov.uk

Carterton Town Council www.carterton-tc.gov.uk

01993 842156

Chaplaincy Team

01993 896543 Ext 6543 BZN-Chaplains@mod.gov.uk

Clothing Stores, Counter SERCO Clothing Stores RAF Brize Norton (sharepoint.com)

BZN-Clothing-GeneralEnquiries@mod.gov.uk

Community Development Officer (CDO)

craig.hutton110@mod.gov.uk

Community: People and Families Support - Provides community support to service personnel and their families at RAF Brize Norton and are located within the Community Support Building.

0300 154 9207 01993 895349 Ext 5349

Gateway House Hotel Reception

01993 897320 Ext 7320

HIVE – Provides an information and welfare referral service to service personnel and their families RAF Brize Norton HIVE office is located within the Community Support Building.

BZN-HIVEInfo@mod.gov.uk

Human Resources Centre 1 (HR Centre1)

Email - AirHRSouthOpsSqnGMB@mod. gov.uk

bzn-community@mod.gov.uk

01993 897072 Ext 7072

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RAF BRIZE NORTON USEFUL CONTACT INFORMATION JR's Mess General Enquiries

01993 897671 Ext 7671

MPGS/Guard Room

24hrs/7days 01993 896257 Ext 6257

Oxfordshire County Council www.oxfordshire.gov.uk

01865 792422

Passes and Permits (Main Gate)

01993 895882 Ext 5882 BZN-SERCO-MAINGATE@mod. gov.uk

Passenger Information

https://www.raf.mod.uk/ourorganisation/stations/raf-brizenorton/passenger-information/

Passenger Information Line

01993 895337 Ext 5337

RAF Police general enquiries 24hrs/7days

01993 896668 Ext 6668 PS Section Multiuser: RAFPBZNPS@mod.gov.uk

Post Room (Central Registry) Private parcel collection times Mon - Thu 0730 – 0900 11001530 Fri 0730-0900 1100-1430 The Postroom can no longer process letters and parcels going to overseas addresses other than BFPO items. The nearest Post Office Counter is Asda.

01993 897604 Ext 7604

Service Community Support Officer (SCSO) Located within PS & Welfare, bldg 25 For housing advice contact the SCSO

Skype 0300 154 8058 07825 923327 (duty

mobile)

Service Discipline & Personal Support (SD&PS)

Email - AirHRSouthSDPSABZNSDGMB@ mod.gov.uk

Service Families Accommodation (SFA) – please see page 46 for full details

0800 031 8628

Thames Valley Police www.thamesvalley.police.uk

01865 846000

Welfare Accommodation

01993 895956 Ext 5956 01993 861000

West Oxfordshire District Council www.westoxon.gov.uk

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51 DEGREES NORTH STATION MAGAZINE To submit your article and images please email bzn-51degreesnorth@mod.gov.uk. To advertise in the Station magazine or the Station Handbook please contact the publishers directly through their website www.rafmags.co.uk https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/stations/raf-brize-norton/documents/51-northlatest-issue/ Your article should aim to be between 300-500 words in length, with a high resolution picture over 1MB for every 100 words you write. You should ensure that personnel/activities in photos are named and that you provide the author’s details, in case we require any more information. Send your completed articles to BZN-51DegreesNorth@mod.gov.uk. We look forward to receiving your articles and make every effort to publish as many of them as possible.

HEALTHCARE DAVID STONE MEDICAL CENTRE (STATION MEDICAL CENTRE) Emergencies - Call 999 in an emergency. Chest pains and/or shortness of breath constitute an emergency. USEFUL MEDICAL CENTRE CONTACT 01993 89 GPTN 95461 RAF Brize Norton Medical Centre General Medical Enquires

5415/6473 and Email UKStratcom-dms-dphcbznmedadmgp@mod.gov.uk

Medical Employment Standards

Teams Number 003033832330 and Email UKStratComDMS-DPHC-BZN-MBdsGrp@mod.gov.uk

Hospital Referrals

Email UKStratcom-dms-dphc-bzn-hospref@mod. gov.uk

Med Legal Contact

UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-BZN-MedLegal@mod.gov.uk

Nurses Contact

UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-BZN-Nurs@mod.gov.uk

eConsult The DSMC utilise the eConsult system for urgent and routine enquires. This system can be accessed on https://brizenorton.webgp.com/ and is available during routine working hours. Same day appointments The DSMC operate a TRIAGE system for all same day appointments. To book a same day appointment an eConsult should be submitted, which will be triaged by the MO and appropriate advice/appointment. Our Opening Times Are: General Queries

Dispensary

Monday

0800-1200 / 1300-1700

0830-1200 & 1330-1645

Tuesday

0800-1200 / 1300-1700

0830-1200 & 1330-1645

Wednesday

0800-1200

0830-1200

Thursday

0800-1200 / 1300-1700

0830-1200 & 1330-1645

Friday

0800-1200 / 1300-1700

0830-1200 & 1330-1600

Weekends

Closed

Bank Holidays

Closed

OTHER USEFUL CONTACTS Mental Health Helpline (Adults)

01865 904 997

Mental Health Helpline (Young People)

01865 904 998

Oxford Safe Haven

01865 903 037

Witney Minor Injuries

01865 903 841

Samaritans

116 123

Bank Holidays

Closed

The DSMC does not deal with routine enquiries out of hours, inclusive of lunch times. For life-threatening emergencies, call 999 and request an ambulance. For less urgent queries, call 111. The nearest hospitals are: • John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9DU • Witney Community Hospital, Welch Way, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 6JJ

RAF BRIZE NORTON PRIMARY CARE SERVICE If you need to speak to a doctor or nurse when we are closed you may telephone 111. The ‘out-of-hours’ medical service is operated by the Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group and any queries regarding this service should be addressed to them on 01865 336800. REGISTRATION As per DPHC Policy you are required to complete a patient registration form located on Defence Gateway – MyHealthcare hub OFFICIAL – SENSITIVE – PERSONAL Medical e-Reg Form. If you have any problems accessing this document, please let the Medical Centre Staff know and an alternative format can be sent. PRIMARY CARE REHABILITATION FACILITY (PCRF) - ACCESS TO THE DEPARTMENT IS VIA AN MO. Email: UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-BZN-PCRFGrp@mod.gov.uk Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday 0800-1200 & 1330-1630 Friday 0800-1200. Visit the PCRF SharePoint page for further information and resources: Welcome to the PCRF Brize Norton Patient Support SharePoint Page

DENTAL CENTRE

Contact Number Civ - 01993 897245 Contact Number Mil - 95461 7245 Email - UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-BZN-DenGrp@mod.gov.uk Dental Centre Communication Page - https://modgovuk.sharepoint.com/teams/6189/ SitePages/DC_Brize.aspx OPENING TIMES: Mon – Thu

0800 – 1200 / 1300 – 1700

Fri

0800 - 1400

Closed every Wednesday afternoon from 1300hr for staff training FOR OUT OF HOURS EMERGENCY CARE – PLEASE CALL 07966 495475

Partner/Spouses/Children – Dental Care is provided by local NHS / Private practices; Details of all dental practices in the area can be found at Find a dentist - NHS . To register with a local Dental practice, contact the dental practice direct. For more information about Dental Treatment please access ‘My HealthCare Hub’ on the Defence Gateway DEPENDANTS MEDICAL CARE Dependants' medical care is provided by NHS GP practices and the Station Medical Centre; however, there are limited spaces available for families and dependants. Details of all GP practices, dentists and hospitals in the area can be found at www.nhs.uk/service-search by entering a postcode or by clicking on the local services tab. To register with your local GP contact the GP practice direct. CARTERTON GP SERVICES: If you are unable to register at the Station Medical Centre there are two doctors surgeries located in Carterton where dependants can register: Broadshires Health Centre Broadshires Way Carterton OX18 1JA 01993 845600 https://www.broadshireshealthcentre.com

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SPORTING FACILITIES STATION GYMNASIUM The Gymnasium is available 24 hours for use by Service Personnel, MOD Civilians, Military Dependants over 18 years of age, authorised contractors, and members of authorised civilian sports clubs. Non-entitled persons (i.e., friends or family of gym members who do not fall into the above categories) are not insured and therefore strictly not permitted to use the facilities. Dependants who are 16-17 years old are permitted to use the facilities following their induction to the facilities. In all circumstances they must be accompanied and supervised by an appropriate adult who is also an inducted member of the gym. MEMBERSHIP PRICE LIST Membership Type

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INDUCTION REQUIREMENTS AND SIGNING OF ORDERS: Personnel may only use the Gymnasium when authorised by PEd staff and after having received a full induction and paid the requisite fee. An induction incorporates a tour of the facility, a full Health and Safety brief, an explanation of the rules regarding use of the PEd facilities, reading and subsequently signing Gymnasium Standing Orders (either electronically using SharePoint (annually) or signing the register. Members should also complete the online PARQ before undertaking any fitness activities within the gymnasium. There is a Fitness Suite located within the Gymnasium which hosts a variety of fitness classes, including Spinning, Supple Warrior and HIIT classes. Timetables are available from the Fitness Suite. Tennis Courts, Squash Courts and an Astro Turf pitch can be booked via the gymnasium. For up-to-date information on events and classes please join the Facebook page searching for RAF Brize Norton PEd Flt. PED FLT CONTACTS Ped Flt enquiries: BZN-PEdFlt-Admin@mod.gov.uk or visit the share point page: RAF Brize Norton Physical Education Flight NEW

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PEOPLE AND FAMILIES SUPPORT TEAM If you are new to RAF Brize Norton we hope you find the Information in this book of value as you find your way around the Station and further out into the surrounding countryside. The Community Building, which includes the HIVE, is adjacent to the Gymnasium and is the place to visit if you have any queries or require any information. Any one of the team will only be too pleased to help: our aim is to provide the latest information about the Station and the activities that are being held for both our Service personnel and their dependants. The experienced team have a wealth of information, please call in to ask any questions you may have about the Station, the local area or for anything that might be causing you concern. Our People and Families Support Facebook pages: RAF Brize Norton Community Support and RAF Brize Norton HIVE are regularly updated and contain a wealth of information on a wide variety of subjects. If you would like to be added to our email distribution list to receive regular updates please email bzn-community@mod.gov.uk. Children's soft The People & Families Support Team can be play area. found in the Community Building: 0800 – 1700 Monday - Thursday 0800 – 1500 Friday People & Families Support: 0300154 9207 01993 895349 Ext 5349 Welfare House Manager: 01993 895956 Ext 5956

The HIVE: Email: BZN-HIVEInfo@mod.gov.uk Tel: 01993 897072 @RAFHIVEBrizeNorton @RAFBrizeNortonCommunitySupport

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COMMUNITY SUPPORT AT BZN-COMMUNITY@MOD.GOV.UK OR CALL 01993 897464

SSAFA PERSONAL SUPPORT & SOCIAL WORK SERVICE (PS&SWS) RAF PS&SWS provides welfare support to all serving personnel (regular and reserves) and eligible family members. We aim to support you to enhance personal welfare, maintain family stability and access the support networks you are entitled to. Our service is confidential and independent from the Chain of Command. Whatever your rank. Whatever you’re facing. We’ve got your back. Our team are available during the working week, by appointment, in the Community Support Building or at Ely Close Families Centre, Stanmore Crescent, Carterton OX18 3UX. You can also visit the Community Support Building and the HIVE who can refer you to SSAFA. You can now quickly and easily contact us via our Digital welfare hub. You will receive exactly the same level of support, but at a time and place that suits you. Or if you’d prefer, you can call our helpline. Talk to us now - Live Chat: via our website: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/get-help/raf-personal-supportand-social-work-service · WhatsApp: +442037690808 Facebook: facebook.com/ssafarafpssws · Call: 0800 058 4690 (UK callers) | +44 20 4570 3939 (Overseas callers) SSAFA IN-SERVICE COMMITTEE AND COMMUNITY CONNECTION VOLUNTEERS SSAFA’s in-service committee is made up of serving personnel, entitled family members and civilian staff offering local support to station personnel and families. Their work includes practical support, financial assistance grants to individual or groups, donations to support station facilities, sponsoring station sport teams, fundraising and more. Committee funds are held locally, and all money raised on unit is spent on benefiting those based at RAF Brize Norton. We are always looking for volunteers to join our in-service committee and community connection team. If you wish to volunteer for SSAFA In-service please complete a volunteer form at https://www.ssafa.org.uk/volunteer-for-ssafa/service-committee-volunteer-roles CITIZENS ADVICE Station has a dedicated Citizens Advice worker who provides a free confidential service to assist with a wide range of queries or problems. For information or to access this contact RAFBrizeNorton@cawo.org.uk 07786 110939. RELATE The RAF Benevolent Fund work with Relate to provide extra support to help RAF families through difficult times. The fund will pay for up to six counselling sessions. This is available to service personnel and/or their partners. You don’t have to be in a relationship to access support; whether married, living together, in a same-sex relationship, separated, divorced or single, they can help. They also offer a subsidised mediation service for those going through a break-up. All details are strictly confidential. For more information contact HIVE, People and Families Support or Relate directly on 0845 078 5556 or contracts@relate.org.uk

RAF BRIZE NORTON RAF BENEVOLENT FUND RAFBF provide a range of support to serving and former members of the RAF as well as their partners and dependent children, this includes their Airplay Youth programme, free Headspace memberships, discounted holidays, financial and emotional support. To find out about getting support from the RAF Benevolent Fund go to their website or contact the Chief Clerk. www.rafbf.org.uk ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION (RAFA) The RAF Association is here to help the whole Royal Air Force family, providing friendship, help and support to current and former members of the Royal Air Force and their dependants. www.rafa.org.uk CHAPLAINCY TEAM Chaplaincy Centre (adjacent to Community Support Building) Friend and advisor to all Service personnel and their families, respective of belief or religious denomination. Chaplains Clerk

01993 896543 Ext 6543

BZN-Chaplains@mod.gov.uk

SOLICITOR APPOINTMENTS Appointments are available to book through the People and Families Support Team, bzn-community@mod.gov.uk or 0300 154 9207 or 01993 895349 Ext 5349 FORCES MUTUAL Representatives from Forces Mutual visit the Community Support Building at RAF Brize Norton frequently and offer a free mortgage advice service.

EDUCATION USEFUL CONTACTS - LOCAL AUTHORITY FINDING A SCHOOL

In addition to the local authority website information, there is a ‘schools finder’ facility on the Direct Gov website which allows you to search for schools and playgroups within a specific distance of your location. This provides details of all schools, their websites, Ofsted reports, term dates, transport and provision of special needs. To access this search engine go to Get Information about Schools - GOV.UK (get-information-schools.service.gov.uk) For more information about free nursery education you can log onto the relevant local authority website or contact the Family Information Service (FIS). https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/children-education-and-families/information-parents/familyinformation-service

SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND/OR DISABILITIES (SEND)

All local authorities have a duty to provide information, advice and support to parents of children with SEND. Further details can be found at Oxfordshire SEND local offer | Oxfordshire County Council You can also contact the Education Advisory Team (EAT) who provide advice, support and guidance on the educational wellbeing of children and young people from families in all three services. The EAT team is comprised of qualified teachers and experienced case advisors who can answer queries either via email or telephone. For further information about EAT visit Defence Children Services (DCS) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Email: RC-DCS-HQ-EAT@MOD.Gov.UK SSAFA Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum (FANDF) is a tri-service group ensuring that all forces families with additional needs (child or adult family member) receive the support they need: Forces Additional Needs and Disability Forum FANDF | Disability support | SSAFA

COMPASS - Children of Military Parents Accessing SEN Support:

COMPASS is a peer-support group for military families at RAF Brize Norton who have a child with SEND. They provide weekly parent peer-support groups, information and signposting, and inclusive family activities. Please contact BZN-COMPASS@mod.gov.uk for more info, or search Children of Military Parents Accessing SEN Support on Facebook to request to join the closed group.

USEFUL CONTACTS Oxfordshire School Admissions Team 0345 2412487 Apply for a school place | Oxfordshire County Council School Transport Team Travelling to school | Oxfordshire County Council OCC Early Years Special Educational Needs Service 01865 323556 Education Advisory Team (EAT) 01980 618244 Defence Children Services (DCS) - GOV.UK (www. gov.uk)

Childcare Choices (info on free and/or tax free childcare scheme) Childcare Choices | 30 Hours Free Childcare, TaxFree Childcare and More | Help with Costs | GOV. UK Family Information Service (local directory) fis.enquiries@oxfordshire.gov.uk Oxfordshire Family Information Service (OxonFIS) | Oxfordshire County Council Defence Wrap Around Childcare Scheme Wrap around childcare scheme

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S P E C I A L E D U C AT I O N A L N E E D S & DISABILITIES FOR PARENTS: A COFFEE & CATCH UP EVERY WEDNESDAY 11AM-1PM (TERM TIME ONLY) @ FLAT 12, ELY CLOSE OX18 3UJ FOR FAMILIES: A MONTHLY GET TOGETHER DETAILS RELEASED ON MONTHLY BASIS GROUP OR GENERAL ENQUIRIES CONTACT: BZN-COMPASS@MOD.GOV.UK OR JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP: CHILDREN OF MILITARY PARENTS ACCESSING SEN SUPPORT(COMPASS)

WHAT WE OFFER: AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE EXPERIENCES AND CHAT IN A RELAXED FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE WITH LIKE MINDED PEOPLE SCHOOL HOLIDAY & SEASONAL ACTIVITIES ONLINE SUPPORT VIA A SECURE FACEBOOK GROUP

EDUCATION EARLY YEARS RAFA Kidz Nursery and Pre-School Carterton OX18 3LX Tel: 01993 221131 Email: RAFA Kidz Brize Norton - RAFAKidz rafakidz.org.uk www.rafakidz.org.uk/nursery/brize-norton

St Jospeh’s Catholic Primary Lawton Avenue, OX18 3JY Tel: 01993 843124 Email: admin@sjc.oxon.sch.uk St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School - Home (stjosephsprimarycarterton.co.uk) St John the Evangelist CE and Nursery Shilton Park, Bluebell Way, OX18 1JF Tel: 01993 843124 Email: office.2613@st-john.oxon.sch.uk www.st-john.oxon.sch.uk/ SECONDARY SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM IN CARTERTON

There are a number of early years providers in Carterton, please look on the Family Information Service website for more providers. PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN CARTERTON

Carterton Community College Upavon Way Carterton Oxfordshire OX18 1BU Tel: 01993 841611 Email: office@cartertoncc.oxon.sch.uk http://www.cartertoncc.oxon.sch.uk HIGHER EDUCATION

Carterton Primary and Nursery Burford Road, OX18 3AD Tel: 01993 842502 Email: Home | Carterton Primary School (carterton-pri.oxon.sch.uk) Carterton School

Carterton Community College Upavon Way Carterton OX18 1BU Tel: 01993 841611 Email: sixthform@cartertoncc.oxon.sch.uk www.cartertoncc.oxon.sch.uk

Edith Moorhouse Primary and Nursery Lawton Avenue, OX18 3HP Tel: 01993 842372 Email: office@edithmoorhouse.org

Abingdon & Witney College Holloway Road, Witney, OX28 6NE Tel: 01993 703464 Email: https://abingdon-witney.ac.uk/

www.edith-moorhouse.oxon.sch.uk Gateway Primary Netheravon Close, OX18 1SF Tel: 01993 842189 Email: office.2254@gateway.oxon.sch.uk www.gateway.oxon.sch.uk/contactinformation/ 40

COMMUNITY RAF Brize Norton

Glenalmond College is a co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 12–18. It is set in 300 acres of stunning Scottish countryside, an hour north of Edinburgh, just outside the historic city of Perth. With strong links to the Armed Forces, Glenalmond offers a caring, structured environment where Service families know their children will be well supported in a safe boarding environment. Academic standards are high, with small class sizes, expert teaching and a broad academic offering of GCSEs, A Levels, BTECs and Scottish Highers. A vibrant co-curricular programme includes CCF, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sport, music and drama, ensuring every pupil finds their niche and develops confidence, resilience and leadership. Pastoral care lies at the heart of Glenalmond’s ethos. Our House system, dedicated tutors and strong sense of community help pupils thrive, whatever their background or future pathway. Bursaries and Forces discounts are available.

Your local, independently owned mortgage company 01993 834700 www.tmcompany.co.uk 43

The Move Clinic, 145 Raleigh Park Rd, Oxford OX2 9AR

The Move Clinic provides expert, patient-centred physiotherapy focused on restoring movement and function for those affected by injury, illness, or disability. Led by experienced practitioners Joe Meara and Sam Bourgein, the clinic combines over 25 years of musculoskeletal expertise with advanced diagnostic ultrasound imaging to deliver precise assessments and personalised treatment plans. The Move Clinic can aid in the treatment of: • Neck / lower back pain • Sciatica • Shoulder bursitis • Frozen shoulder • Achilles / patella tendinitis • Golfers / tennis elbow • Carpal / cubital tunnel syndrome • Chronic pain • Knee and hip pain • Osteoarthritis • Mortons neuroma • Plantar fasciitis

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• Advanced Physiotherapy • Diagnostic musculoskeletal • ultrasound • Ultrasound guided steroid • • injections • Hyaluronate injections • Shockwave therapy • Arthrosamid injection • Platelet rich plasma • Prolotherapy • Sports massage • Sports rehabilitation • Strength and conditioning • Pilates

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SERVICE FAMILIES ACCOMMODATION (SFA) Pinnacle were awarded the FDIS contract 1 Apr 22 and are responsible for the administration of SFA and reporting of SFA maintenance issues. Contact Pinnacle https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/. The maintenance provider for RAF Brize Norton SFA is VIVO. The Service Community Support Officer (SCSO) can be contacted for housing advice and referrals. Skype 03001548058 or 07825 923327 (duty mobile). SERVICE FAMILIES ACCOMMODATION (SFA) LOCATIONS

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES

Brize Norton (Brize Meadow SFA)

Bampton (Bampton Meadows)

Carterton

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Eynsham

Faringdon

Minster Lovell (Dovecote Park)

North Leigh

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Witney (Windrush Park)

RAF BRIZE NORTON Customer Contact In addition of emailing hello@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk customers can now go directly to the department they need to contact. Please refer to the relevant email address or to the Pinnacle website. To discuss applications, allocations and requests, contact; HomeServices@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk To send in any medical/OT reports for the case managers to review, contact; HomeServicesConfidential@ pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk To discuss retention enquiries or to send in supporting evidence for retentions, contact; Retentions@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk For queries relating to existing repairs or to raise a new repair, use our Repairs form or contact; Repairs@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk To discuss or book statutory gas or electrical inspections, contact; ComplianceSupport@ pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk To raise or discuss complaints, compliments or compensation, contact; CustomerSolutions@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk To send us any confidential Additional Needs/Disability Adaptation (ANDA) related reports/information please email HomeServicesConfidential@pinnacleservicefamilies. co.uk our confidential email address. Compensation The website has been updated with the types of compensation a customer can claim and some information on the vouchers they will receive. If a family has a query regarding compensation, please utilise the Pinnacle website Compensation - Pinnacle Service Families or email Compensation@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk Service Community Support Officer To request permission to run a business from SFA please email HomeServices@ pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk or further information can be obtained from the Service Community Support Officer (SCSO) by dialling 0300 154 8058 or 07825 923327 or https:// www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/ Pinnacle Local Housing Officer Pinnacle have designated Local Housing Officers to assist SFA occupants with any queries, concerns or provide advice. If you are unaware of your Local Housing Officer then please access www. pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/your-housing-officer/ or alternatively call 0800 031 8628 and choose option 4 to get the information over the phone. Connect with us on Social Media

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Winter in your Service Family Accommodation Tips and advice This guide has been developed to advise you on how to prepare your home for winter and how to respond should an issue arise.

Winter in your Service Family Accommodation

Preparing your home for winter It’s worth spending some time getting your home winter-ready before the cold weather really kicks in. Checking everything is in working order ahead of the colder seasons allows time for any repairs to be made.

Check your boiler is working

Locate your stopcock

Check pressure – this should be

Find your stopcock and check it works so you can turn the water off in an emergency until help arrives.

between 1 and 1.5 bar. If it’s below 1, your radiators won’t heat up properly. Top up the pressure until it reaches 1 bar.

Turn your heating on – check the boiler fires up correctly and radiators are warming up.

Locate isolation valves

Bleed your radiators

Most sinks, baths, boilers and toilets have isolation valves that can be turned off in the event of a leak. Find where these are so you know how to turn the water off.

It’s the little tap or lever on pipes, often found under your sink.

If your radiators are cold at the top when the heating is on, you may need to bleed them.

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Turn your heating off and let them cool down

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Have a cloth ready as a small amount of water may come from the bleed hole

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Insert the radiator key into the bleed valve, turn anti-clockwise and wait for a hissing sound

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Close the valve again when water starts to leak out

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Re-check your boiler pressure. If pressure has dropped, re-pressurise it again.

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Going away

Test your oven

If you’re going away over the colder months, you can put in place a few measures to reduce the risk of something going wrong: •

Ask a trusted friend or neighbour to look after your house keys when you are away so they can make checks on your home

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Leave your heating on low or to the frost setting. This will prevent your pipes from freezing and the subsequent defrosted water causing a burst pipe.

If you’re hosting Christmas dinner, you’ll want to check that you’re able to cook it! Turn your oven AND hobs on at the same to check everything is in working order.

When things go wrong After doing checks, if you find something isn’t working or needs fixing, please contact Pinnacle on 0800 031 8628. They will then book an appointment with DIO’s maintenance contractors to resolve the issue.

Further information For more winter advice, such as how to prevent condensation and how to respond to common boiler error codes / change pressure, please visit: www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/in-my-home/winter-tips/

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LOCAL COMMUNITY INFORMATION LOCAL AMENITIES - WASTE COLLECTION All SFA/SSFA in Carterton have different weekly/fortnightly collection days, visit www.westoxon.gov.uk/ for specific collection days and to get your weekly reminders. RECYCLING FACILITIES Clothing recycling bins are located at Stanmore Crescent within the car park. To find a local recycling centre, please visit. https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/environment-and-planning/waste-and-recycling Nearest household waste recycling Centre: Dix Pit household Waste recycling Centre, Linch Hill, Stanton Harcourt, OX29 5BB (Sat Nav use OX29 5UX) Prior booking is required via: Dix Pit household waste recycling centre | Oxfordshire County Council THE FAMILIES CLUB Located on Stanmore Crescent, Carterton, Oxfordshire, OX18 3UX. The RAF Brize Norton Families' Club is an all-ranks social facility for use by Serving Personnel, their families, and RAF Brize Norton MOD Civil Servants and contractors. It has a competitively priced bar, enclosed playground (shared with Millennium Activities Centre) and a large projector screen. It provides a variety of regular social events and a private hire facility with a bar. For opening times or bookings contact bzn-familiesclubbookings@ mod.gov.uk or visit their Facebook page.

RAF Brize Norton’s Families Club.

Open Thursday – Sunday; check the Families Club Facebook for correct opening hours

CLUBS, SPORTS AND COMMITTEES There are many clubs, sports and committees to get involved with ranging from Charities Committee, Cricket, Wargaming to Theatre Club. For information contact HIVE, People and Families Support Team or the Clubs and Sports page on RAF Brize Norton Sharepoint.

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Contact Details

Post Office Post Office, Asda

3 Black Bourton Road Carterton OX18 3HQ Mon - Fri 8.30am - 6pm Sat 8.30am - 3pm Sun Closed

Petrol Station Asda

3 Black Bourton Road Carterton OX18 3HQ 24hrs

Carterton Road OX18 3YL

01993 840022 24hrs Vets Medivet Carterton - Jacksons Vets

41 Alvescot Road OX18 3JN

01993 842717 Tremain Veterinary Group

17 Alvescot Road OX18 3JL

01993 845808 Carterton Veterinary Surgery

Broadshires Way OX18 1UN

01993 764262 Pharmacy Broadshires Health Centre

Broadshires Way OX18 1JA

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7 Burford Road OX18 3AG

01993 842572

Facility

Contact Details

Cashpoints Asda (outside shop) - Free BP petrol station/Convenience Store The Co-operative, Shilton Park

Brize Norton Road, OX18 3HQ Carterton Road, Carterton, OX18 3YL 1-3 Marigold Square, Shilton Park, OX18 1AQ

Supermarkets Morrisons Aldi Asda The Co-operative, Shilton Park

Black Bourton Road, OX18 3HQ, Alvescot Road, OX18 3JH Brize Norton Road, OX18 3HQ 1-3 Marigold Square, Shilton Park, OX18 1AQ

Library Provides adult and children’s books, audiobooks, computers and printing, free wi-fi, photocopier and ad/hoc children’s activities. Library offers regular after school clubs and adult clubs keep updated on their Facebook Page: Carterton Library Carterton Family Centre Refurbished in 2020, CFC offer activities and services to parents of babies and toddlers in addition to hosting a range of community activities. Available for room hire and parties.

Carterton Library, 6 Alvescot Road, OX18 3JH carterton.library@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Allendale Centre, 8 Burford Road, OX18 3AA info@cartertonfamilycentre.com

Hairdressers/Barbers

Hair Force Barbers, RAF Brize Norton (behind Common Room), 01993897295. Various hairdressers in Carterton. Closest hairdresser specialising in Afro-Caribbean hair is Prestige Salon in Abingdon.

Churches

St. Johns Church runs monthly messy church sessions and ad hoc children’s holiday activities keep updated on their Facebook Page: Friends of St Johns Church Carterton

Places to visit / of interest

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For families, ‘Networking the Kid’s of Carterton’ is a Facebook page which shares local activities and events.

Cotswold Wildlife Park – 7.4mi Wychwood Wild Garden – 9.4 mi Crocodile of the World – 1.9mi Blenheim Palace – 15mi Witney Lake and Country Park – 4.7mi Didcot Railway Centre – 18mi Birdland Park and Gardens – 11mi Bicester Village shopping – 24mi Lydiard Park – 19mi Farringdon Folly Tower – 9.4mi Pitt Rivers Museum – 18mi Story Museum – 18mi Oxfordshire University Museum of natural history

RAF Brize Norton/HIVE/People and Families Support cannot accept liability for the accuracy of information provided by external agencies nor does the inclusion of this information endorse the quality or reliability of goods and services displayed.

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Aldi

Morrison’s

Asda (Including Post Office)

Asda Self Service Garage Back Gate RAF Brize Norton

Bus Stop

At the main exit to RAF Brize Norton turn right for BP Petrol Station with convenience store which is open 24/7.

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CARTERTON EDUCATION TRUST We are a local Trust giving small grants to anyone who lives, works or was educated in the town of Carterton, for any educational or sporting purpose. Our meetings take place four times a year, usually in January, May, July and October, and grant applications are considered at every meeting. Please go to our website – www.cartertoneducationaltrust.weebly.com for contact details and application forms.

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LOCAL YOUTH ACTIVITIES Girl Guides, Rainbows and Brownies https://www.oxfordshiregirlguiding.org.uk Scouts, Beavers and Cubs https://www.westoxfordshirescouts.org.uk

Air Cadets 2267 Brize Norton Air Cadets www.brizenortonaircadets.org.uk Tuesday and Thursday 1900 – 2130

Airplay and Ben Club

Weekly activity groups for ages 5-18 funded by the RAF Benevolent Fund. Spaces prioritised for RAF Brize Norton families, but also open to the local community. Brize Norton Airplay is led by Station Youth Worker Ayleila Parry. Please contact Ayleila directly for further info Ayleila.Parry@oneymca. org, or via the People and Families Support Team BZN-Community@mod. gov.uk.

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JUNIOR RANKS WELFARE FUND (JRWF) The JRWF is a corporate body that organises, through a committee, all activities at Unit level of a welfare and amenity nature for personnel of the rank of Cpl and below. The JRWF are always looking for representatives of each section to spread the word of the Committee’s Business. We hold a meeting on the last Wednesday of each month. Please visit the Junior Ranks Welfare Fund SharePoint page found on the RAF Brize Norton Home Page under the Community tab at the top. RAF Brize Norton Welfare VW Camper Van As the VW Campervan are funded by the JRWF, bookings for SNCOs and Officers can only be confirmed no more than 6 months in advance. Junior Ranks take priority over all bookings. RAF BRIZE NORTON SPORTS BAR A welfare facility that trades under the JRWF. are open every Thursday from 1900We 2300hrs, next to the hairdressers, behind the Common Room. You can book the Sports Bar, free of charge, for any type of function, event, presentation night, party or occasion. To book the Sports Bar, please contact the OIC directly via email or leave a comment at the bottom of the SharePoint page. RAF BRIZE NORTON’S ASTRA BOWL RAF Brize Norton’s Astra Bowl is the largest bowling alley in the RAF and is established as a major welfare amenity, for all service personnel, especially those who are either posted to or attached to RAF Brize Norton. The 'Bowl' is headed by a dedicated team supported by civilian managers who run the bowl on a day to day basis. If you require a fun bowling event we can offer special deals for Sections, Sqn’s or Wings who wish to bowl either in the day, evenings or at weekends, subject to lane availability. For the children we can also host bowling birthday parties. www.astrabowl.co.uk/opening-hours.html 01993 897289 72

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administration of estates,Trusts, long term care, and tax advice, applying her many years of expertise to help clients through complex and often emotional matters. We recognise the importance of supporting the Brize Norton community and have taken a proactive step to ensure the best legal advice is accessible to those serving and their families. We run free legal clinics every other Wednesday at the Community Centre (Hive). These clinics are exclusively designed to assist Brize Norton personnel with a wide range of legal matters, ensuring you receive the expert guidance you deserve. Our legal clinics cover a spectrum of legal areas, including Family Law,Wills, Probate and Estate Planning, Conveyancing and moving home, Employment Law and Service Matters including Complaints, Administrative Action and Discipline or any matter arising from yourservice, and much more. If you are a part of the Brize Norton community and require legal advice, you can book your appointmentby contacting Community Support Ext 5349. To attend our legal clinic in Shrivenham, which is held every other Friday at the Jubilee Centre, or for any other enquiries contact us on 01993 670944 or email info@parkerbullen.com.

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TRAVEL ROAD RAF Brize Norton is between Brize Norton village and Carterton town, south of the M40, about 22 miles West of Oxford.

Stagecoach 01865 772250 www.stagecoachbus.com RAIL The nearest railway stations are Oxford, Oxford Parkway and Swindon.

National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 Visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ or telephone 08457 484950 for journey times. TAXIS THAT COME ONTO CAMP For taxi companies authorised to enter RAF Brize Norton please visit https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/stations/raf-brize-norton/passenger-info/ HIRE CARS The hire car collection and drop off point is located just outside the main gate of RAF Brize Norton at the hire car carpark. A shuttle service is provided from the hire car carpark to and from the Air Terminal. Please note, hire cars are not allowed access to the Station.

The Bell Inn Ducklington

Warm and Welcoming Village Pub

Accommodation Available Good Food, Great Beer Traditional Pub Games Weekly Carvery Sunday 12:00 – 3:00 Food Served Daily Mon - Sat 12:00 - 2:30 and 6:00 - 8:00 Monthly Live Music • Monthly Quiz Large Groups Welcome - Please Book Tel: 01993 700 341 Email: thebellinn297@gmail.com

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The Bell Inn is a beautiful thatched British Cotswold village pub and B&B in the heart of the countryside.

our patrons can sit by the original fireplace and enjoy our home-cooked dishes.

Our Country Kitchen is our homely restaurant that offers a traditional menu with a creative twist, including dishes such as seasonal homemade quiches, our signature twice-cooked chips and our famous Ducklington’s filled ciabattas. The restaurant is located inside the old cottage where

We offer a variety of rooms from family rooms to single and twin rooms. All the rooms have en-suites. Serving brilliant food and an excellent bed and breakfast makes it a great place to enjoy a lovely meal or spend a pleasant weekend in the area.

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In a major emergency involving RAF Brize Norton, if you are not involved in the incident, Inin a major emergency involving RAF Brize Norton, if you are not involv but are close by or believe you may be danger, follow Government advice and: but are close by or believe you may be in danger, follow Government a GO IN to a safe building. GO IN to a safe b STAY IN until you are advised STAY IN until you to do otherwise. to do otherwise. TUNE IN to local TV or radio TUNE IN to local for more information. GO IN STAY IN TUNE IN for more informa GO IN STAY IN TUNE IN  Go immediately into a house or building.  Go immediately  Close all external doors, turn off ventilation systems. into a house or building.  Close all external doors, turn off ventilation systems.  Close all windows and curtains.  Close all windows and curtains.  Close all internal doors and go to a room facing away from RAF Brize Norton.  Close all internal doors and go to a room facing away from RAF Brize STAY Remain indoors until you receive instructions from the police. STAY Remain indoors until you receive instructions from the police. TUNE your radio to the local radio stations (BBC Radio Oxford 95.2 FM & JACK 106.4 FM) TUNE your radio to the local radio stations (BBC Radio Oxford 95.2 FM & J or tune into BFBS Brize Norton on local DAB. or tune into BFBS Brize Norton on local DAB. Resist the urge to use your mobile or landline telephones, unless it is an Resist theof urge use yournetworks. mobile or landline telephones, unless it is emergency, as doing so may cause congestion the to telephone emergency, as doing so may cause congestion of the telephone netwo

PLEASE CO-OPERATE FULLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BY THE PLEASE CO-OPERATE FULLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS G EMERGENCY SERVICES. EMERGENCY SERVICES. This leaflet is produced in accordance with the MOD Major Accident Control Regulations

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Your Cotswolds Retreat Only 10 minutes away!

Nestled within 65 acres of beautiful countryside, we offer an unforgettable setting for group experiences, riverside celebrations, team-building moments, outdoor dining, family activities and peaceful scenic breaks. Our flexible event spaces and beautifully styled accommodation make it easy to host everything from team gatherings to private dinners and family occasions, with cosy rooms and spacious riverside suites for guests to relax and unwind. For ultimate relaxation, guests also have access to The Garden Spa, with three tranquil treatment suites, an indoor heated plunge pool, a rock sauna, an aroma steam room, tropical showers and more; perfect for unwinding after a busy day or adding a touch of indulgence to your stay. Whether visiting for casual meals or special events, our restaurant and traditional pub serve seasonal dishes, classic favourites and tailored group dining options. And with the estate just over a 10-minute drive from RAF Brize Norton, you can enjoy countryside calm with the convenience of being so close, ideal for spontaneous escapes, extended stays and well-planned get-togethers alike.

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CARP FISHING AT ITS BEST!

• 16 day-ticket and 4 syndicate waters, ranging from 1 to 90-acres • Showers and toilets on site with car parking close to all lakes • Open for ﬁshing 24 hours – no limit to stay – no silly rules • On-site bait, tackle and convenience store • Eight day-ticket waters have produced carp to more than 40lb • Three have produced 50s • Heavily-stocked with 20s and 30s

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Linear Fisheries Probably the best day ticket Carp waters in the UK

At Linear Fisheries we aim to provide a safe and memorable angling experience, offering excellent fishing and customer service whilst still maintaining a profitable, sustainable business and managing the surrounding environment in a sympathetic manner. The team at Linear have a passion for angling and are driven to provide the best Day-Ticket and Syndicate waters in the country. We also have a large, well-stocked fishing tackle and convenience store known as ‘Linear Bait & Tackle’ please follow this link www.linear-fisheries.co.uk for more information on our site.

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A fun sport for all the family! Charlbury Bowls Club welcomes new members aged 7 and upwards taster sessions available by arrangement. Great facilities: all bowls equipment provided to play on a well-maintained green in the summer and our two short mats in the clubroom all year. Registered Bowls England coaches.

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A small school with a big heart Day & boarding | ages 11-18 | 100 acres of Cotswold countryside

Discounts available for HM Forces and UK Diplomatic Service families. To find out what a Dean Close Kingham Hill education has to offer, join our Open Morning on Friday 6th March, or visit kinghamhill.org.uk.

Dean Close Kingham Hill is a vibrant, co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11–18. Set in 100 acres of stunning Cotswold countryside, it offers the perfect environment in which to study, relax, and be active. The school benefits from excellent transport connections, with London Heathrow just 90 minutes away and direct rail links to London (80 minutes) and Oxford (29 minutes). Despite its rural tranquillity, Kingham Hill is easily accessible, including via a dedicated school bus route from Carterton, offering families a convenient daily travel option. Small by design, the school prioritises a personalised and high-quality educational experience, ensuring every pupil is known, valued, and supported throughout their journey. Did you Know? •

In 2025, 53% of results in the Sixth Form were at grades A*/A, with 79% of results at grades A*-B.

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Kingham Hill is one of very few UK independent schools that offers a fully accredited US high school diploma alongside a British curriculum.

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There is an on-site school farm with ponies, pigs, chickens and ducks!

To find out what a Dean Close Kingham Hill education has to offer, visit our Open Morning on Friday 6th March, or book an individual tour at kinghamhill.org.uk.

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Strong Minds. Strong Futures Coastal adventures, elite expeditions, exceptional pastoral care and specialist SEN support help every student build confidence and character. CReSTeD-accredited, flexible boarding, and full CEA eligibility, Kingsley is a natural fit for Forces families.

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Kingsley School in North Devon provides a nurturing, values-led education shaped around the ethos “Better Me, Better World.” Proudly non-selective, Kingsley supports every student to thrive — and our pupils consistently exceed national expectations at both GCSE and A-Level. Wellbeing is central to life at Kingsley, supported through a dedicated Wellbeing Centre, emotional check-ins, and a whole-school focus on developing confidence and character. We are CReSTeD-accredited, offering specialist SEN provision for students with dyslexia, ADHD, ASD, and a wide range of learning profiles. Our exceptional coastal location enables a rich outdoor education programme, including the UK’s only timetabled Surf Academy, plus climbing, paddle sports, skateboarding, and navigation. Students also participate in Duke of Edinburgh Awards and the Ten Tors challenge. With flexible boarding options and full CEA eligibility, Kingsley offers stability, opportunity, and an environment where every child can flourish. For further information, contact admissions@kingsleydevon.com or call +44 (0)1237 426200

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EMPLOYMENT JOBCENTRE PLUS Jobcentre Plus is part of the Department for Work and Pensions and offers a number of programmes and services providing help with employment, bene-fits, loans and grants. Many Jobcentre Plus regions have an Armed Forces Champion with the role of providing a strategic link between Jobcentre Plus and the Armed Forces Community. They are the main point of contact for the Armed Forces to tackle issues or problems relating to employment and work related benefits, such as Jobseeker’s Allowance. Jobseekers Direct is an online job search facility provided by Jobcentre Plus. Jobcentre Plus/Jobseekers Direct can be found at: 0845 606 0234 or www.gov.uk/browse/working/finding-job HOME WORKING/RUNNING A BUSINESS FROM SFA The use of Service Families Accommodation (SFA) for a business or commercial activity e.g. Internet and home working, mail order catalogue, cosmetic representative, registered child minding ; please email Pinnacle to request permission to run business from SFA; HomeServices@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk Please be aware that some businesses will also require the permission of the Local Authority and you may need to meet certain criteria, such as hygiene requirements for food based businesses. Further information can be obtained from the Service Community Support Officer (SCSO) by dialling 0300 154 8058 or 07825 923327 EMPLOYMENT ON STATION Civil Servants – Various civilian positions. www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk Airbus www.airbus.com Sodexo http://uk.sodexo.com Serco https://www.serco.com Air Tanker https://www.airtanker.co.uk Email: recruit@uk.airtanker.co.uk

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Forces Families Jobs is delivered by a tri-Service partnership between the Naval Families Federation (NFF), Army Families Federation (AFF) and Royal Air Force Families Federation (RAF-FF). Forces Families Jobs is a product of the Army Families Federation (AFF). AFF is a charitable incorporated organisation registered in England and Wales with registered charity number 1176393 and a charity registered in Scotland with registered charity number SC048282 having its principal office at IDL 414, Floor 1, Zone 6, Ramillies Building, Marlborough Lines, Monxton Road, Andover SP11 8HJ

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New Hall School is a Catholic boarding and day school for girls and boys aged 1–19, committed to providing The Best Start in Life. Set on a beautiful campus, just 35 minutes from London by train, the School offers a balanced education combining academic excellence with an exceptional co-curricular programme. Following the successful ‘Diamond Model’, students are educated in co-educational classes up to age 11 and again at Sixth Form, with single-sex lessons from 11–16. New Hall’s ethos is rooted in care, trust and respect, creating a nurturing environment where every student is known and supported. Students excel in a wide range of sports, including riding at the on-site Learn-to-Ride Centre, while musicians enjoy frequent performance opportunities and dancers are part of one of the UK’s most successful dance schools. Boarders flourish in a warm, community-focused environment, living in well-appointed houses and enjoying a varied programme of evening and weekend activities. A strong commitment to service underpins School life, and there is dedicated support for military families through the New Hall Armed Forces Award. 93

10% off a New Patient appointment for anyone from the base in Brize.

The new patient appointment includes a thorough assessment, and treatment. We also offer a Free Initial Consultation if you’re not sure what kind of treatment you should have. Bookings can be made over the phone, or online via our website, just mention you’re from Brize, to receive the discount. The contact details are below. 01993 708583 www.andersonclinic.co.uk info@andersonclinic.co.uk Address: Anderson Clinic, 41a Corn Street, Witney, Oxon. OX28 6BT

The Anderson Clinic was established in 1996, with the aim of providing safe and effective Chiropractic Care. The clinic has since become a multidisciplinary MSK (Musculoskeletal) clinic. Our team of practitioners are a friendly, approachable group of like-minded therapists, from a host of different disciplines, with one thing in common: Our determination to offer our patients the best possible care and treatment. Over the years, we have learnt that a combination of treatments can often be the most effective way of getting results. So, this is how we practice. Our handpicked team work closely together, ensuring that you (the patient) get the benefit of our entire teams’ experience, and skills (Chiropractic or Sports Therapy). We have also built good relationships with local Physiotherapists, GP’s, and Imaging Centres. So rest assured, if we are not the right people to treat you, we will guide you to where you need to be.

Military families in receipt of CEA pay 10% of the fees Full boarding from Year 3 to Year 13

Based in the Cotswolds, the safe and lively town of Cheltenham

Families and their children who could have chosen any school, choose to come to Cheltenham College. Why is that? Why did Cheltenham College become their first choice? Like many independent schools, Cheltenham consistently produce top academic performance thanks to an outstanding cadre of staff who will, with dedication, kindness and drive, get each pupil to their own best possible place. Pupils consistently have the chance to come out of their comfort zone by trying a new sport or activity – there are over 100 to choose from and they are often pupil-led. Pupils develop emotional intelligence, empathy and a sense of ‘giving back’ through regular leadership, charity and community events - helping them to continue their education beyond school. Cheltenham College has over 1000 pupils from 3 to 18 years old with a strong full boarding community and active and busy weekends both on campus and in the safe and lively town of Cheltenham.

This is game-changing education . . . Imagine a school like this. Imagine learning to swim by age six and flying a plane you’ve built yourself at sixteen. A place where every child feels secure, supported and inspired no matter where in the world their parents are posted. At Strathallan, we understand the challenges of change, the anxieties of separation and the pressures of military life. Our sector-leading pastoral care includes a dedicated team supporting children from military families, helping them thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Set on a safe 153-acre rural campus, an hour from Edinburgh and Glasgow, Strathallan has delivered game-changing education for over a century. With A-Levels, Highers and Advanced Highers, more than 80 co-curricular activities and £22 million invested in facilities, this is a home-from-home where ambition grows and confidence soars. Introducing CEA+10 We guarantee families in receipt of Continuity of Education Allowance pay only 10% of the full boarding fee total.

Find out more by arranging a visit today: www.strathallan.co.uk/visit-us Strathallan School, Forgandenny, Perthshire, PH2 9EG | +44 (0) 1738 812 546 | admissions@strathallan.co.uk

A Home-from-Home for RAF Families For more than a century, Strathallan School has welcomed children from Armed Forces families, offering stability, opportunity and a true sense of belonging. Set on a beautiful, safe 153-acre rural campus just an hour from Edinburgh and Glasgow, Strathallan combines traditional values with forward-thinking education, helping every pupil find their strengths and build confidence for life. Our new CEA + 10 % model means families receiving the full Continuity of Education Allowance now pay only 10 % of the full boarding fee, and is one of the most generous offerings available in UK independent education. With outstanding pastoral care, a dedicated team for military children and over 80 co-curricular activities from sport to STEM, Strathallan is a place where ambition thrives and friendships last a lifetime.

Find out more at www.strathallan.co.uk/forces-families or contact admissions@strathallan.co.uk.

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Plan your route to greater pension value. Join us. Job done. Armed Forces pension schemes are complex, and you may be surprised to learn how much you can influence what you’ll receive when you leave. You’ll be faced with numerous choices as your career progresses and you’ll need to be aware of changes in taxation, pros and cons of added pension, commutation, and even choosing the best time to leave. All of these choices will impact on your pension income. AFPS15 is among the best pension schemes in the public sector. Because it’s government backed, there’s no need for any concern about share price fluctuations. Your pension grows every year you’re in service. At today’s values, a pension of £20k requires a pension pot of more than £400k - considerably more than the average UK pension pot size for over 50’s. Engage with us as early in your career as possible and build your pension value right up to the point you leave. When you join us, your membership fee will give you access to our expert Pensions Consultants who will guide you through your career and into resettlement, with expertise tailored to your personal circumstances. Job done.

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THE FORCES PENSION SOCIETY is an independent, not-for-profit membership organisation that acts as a pension watchdog for the entire military community. The Society was formed in 1946 in the aftermath of the Second World War to campaign for better pension provision for Armed Forces veterans and their families. It was pivotal in ensuring the Armed Forces were treated fairly alongside other public services pension schemes, with the unique nature of military service being understood, recognised and compensated for. While we maintain a campaigning ethos and are permanently on the lookout for any unfairness or maladministration in the provision of Armed Forces pensions, the majority of our time is spent guiding Members on the technical aspects of their Armed Forces pension. Annual membership for you and your spouse/ partner is just £47. This gives you exclusive access to our Forces Pensions Consultants, our informative Members’ Webinars and you’ll receive our bi-annual newsletters and our magazine, Pennant.

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