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Hameln 2012 

Hameln 

Service Community Offi cial Guide 

2012

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Welcome to 

Service Community Official Guide 2012 Edition 

Current from November 2011 – October 2012 

This Guide, provided by the Army Welfare Service, is a source of information to 

Service personnel, families and dependants arriving at their new home or duty 

station. It is hoped the information contained within the Guide will be of use at 

the time of your arrival, and throughout your stay. 

For easy reference this guide is divided up as outlined below, each section is allocated 

a symbol which can be found on the bottom corner of each right-hand page: 

Foreword by Station Commander 

Emergency and Useful Telephone Numbers 

G 

1: Housing and Accommodation Services 

2: Adult/Children's Education/Youth Activities 

3: Medical and Health Services 

4: Station and Garrison Facilities 

5: Living in Germany and Hameln Station 

6: Security and Crime Prevention 

7: Useful Information 


A Classified Index and a Handy Index appear at the back of the Guide and you can 

find information on Emergencies on page 79 & 80 and Action on Fire Outbreak on 

page 10.

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Foreword by the Station Commander Hameln 

Lieutenant Colonel C R M Story RE 

I would like to welcome you to the famous and historic town of Hameln and to 28 

Engineer Regiment. Hameln Station is an isolated unit administered by Paderborn 

Garrison and although 28 Engineer Regiment is the major unit within the Station it is 

supported by various other minor units, detachments and agencies. 

Hameln town is famous for the Pied Piper legend and is located approximately 50km 

south-west of the city of Hanover, the state capital of Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen), 

in the North of the Federal Republic of Germany. Hameln is situated on the river 

Weser in the centre of an area called the Weserbergland. The town is economically 

important as well as being a popular tourist attraction. 

Hameln has approximately 60,000 inhabitants of which about 20,000 live in the 

13 associated boroughs. The town offers many attractions throughout the year but 

of note are the numerous houses located in the old town area built in the Wester 

Renaissance style, various events associated with the Pied Piper legend, the Christmas 

market and other regular festivals celebrated in the 'Alt Stadt' or old town. 

The aim of this handbook is to assist new residents to settle in quickly by providing 

key information which you may need to start life in Hameln. Please do take the time 

to check its contents as it will make you aware of the Station facilities, opportunities to 

be had and provide advice on where to turn if you require a helping hand. Hameln 

Station is well served by many agencies which are here to help make life in Germany 

that bit easier. These include the Regimental Administration Office (RAO), the HIVE, 

the Unit Welfare Office (UWO), WRVS and numerous family support agencies which 

include Homestart, and Army Welfare Services (AWS) as well as other important and 

useful departments. 

The Station provides much to do with many different interests being catered for. 

There is a youth-club, diving club, wives fitness activities plus the usual Baden 

Powell organisations on offer. The station is fortunate to have its own education 

centre (44 Army Education Centre) which has a good English library and provides 

various types of classes for the Station population inlcuding IT-based learning. We 

also have the Flix Cinema, a post office, NAAFI facilities for shopping, an SSVC for 

purchasing electrical goods, hairdressers, Unit PRI/gift shop, thrift shop, insurance 

representatives, a British German Club and a Wives Group. The area has many 

fantastic attractions which the HIVE will be able to inform you of and to help you 

find. Our Church holds regular services and the Pipers Club (Salvation Army Club) 

provides facilities for eating, and purchasing newspapers, cards etc. We have a 

number of facilities for feeding within the Station which includes JBS Restaurant which 

is open to all Station personnel and their families. 

We have a close and first rate relationship with the local town and it is in all our 

interests to integrate as full as possible with the German community. Hameln offers 

plenty of opportunities for those people living here and it is important that you take 

the time to make the most of your stay. I hope this Guide will help you get started in 

discovering this lovely town and the surrounding areas.


Useful Telephone Numbers 

NOTE: To phone into a military line from a civilian line dial 917 + last 3 

numbers of Ext. 

Some of the telephone numbers have changed while this Guide was being printed. 

Please amend any yourself which may still be incorrect in the Guide. 

Guardroom Gordon Barracks Hameln Mil 2228 

RMP Duty Room Hameln Mil 2223 

Services Liaison Office Hameln Mil 2209 

Medical Centre (emergencies) Hameln Mil 2333 

(families reception) Hameln Mil 2428 

Hameln Civ 917428 

Dental Centre Hameln Mil 2431 

SSAFA Health Visitors Hameln Mil 2433/2434 

Midwives Hameln Mil 2435 

Army Welfare Service Hameln Mil 2494 

Gordon Barracks Duty Officer via Gd Room Hameln Mil 2228 

Hameln COMMCEN (0830-1630 hrs) Mon-Fri Hameln Mil 2201 

PRS School Rinteln Rinteln Civ 05751 970320 

Weser School Hameln Hameln Civ 783237 

Foundation Unit Hameln Civ 783238 

Meadow Kindergarten Hameln Mil 2387 

HCSO Hameln Mil 2207 

Office Manager Hameln Mil 2207 

Housing Clerk Hameln Mil 2272 

Help Desk DE Hameln Mil 2251 

HIVE Hameln Mil 2464 

Home – Start Hameln Mil 2492 

Padre (office) Hameln Mil 2489 

44 Army Education Centre Hameln Mil 2296 

Hameln Office, Paderborn GLSU Hameln Mil 2242 

SSVC Sound & Vision Centre Hameln Civ 959378 

NAAFI Families Shop Hameln Hameln Civ 951027 

Fax 42022 

Afferde NAAFI Hameln Civ 560297 

Salvation Army Club Hameln Civ 41938 

UWO 28 Engr Regt Hameln Mil 2486 

WRVS Centre Hamlen Mil 2318


UK & BFG Websites 

Adventure Sports Online 

www.adventuresports.co.uk 

Army Benevolent Fund 

www.armybenfund.org 

Army Families Federation 

www.aff.org.uk 

Army Welfare Service – Home 

Page 

www.army.mod.uk/aws 

British Army – Home Page 

www.army.mod.uk 

Directory of Essential Services 

www.scoot.co.uk 

Ex-Service Housing 

www.haighomes.org.uk 

Help With Moving Home 

www.iammoving.com 

Information on UK 

Neighbourhoods 

www.streetmap.com 

Information on your Local Area 

www.upmystreet.com 

Joint Service Housing Advice Office 

www.mod.uk/jshao 

Naval Families Federation 

www.nff.org.uk 

Postal Services 

www.bfpo.mod.uk 

RAF Families Federation 

www.raf-ff.org.uk 

Royal Air Force Community 

Support 

www.rafcom.co.uk 

Royal Air Force – Home Page 

www.raf.mod.uk 

Royal British Legion 

www.britishlegion.org.uk 

Royal Marines – Home Page 

www.royalmarines.mod.uk 

Royal Navy – Home Page 

www.royal-navy.mod.uk 

Royal Navy & Royal Marines Community 

Site 

www.rncom.mod.uk 

SSAFA/Forces Help 

www.ssafa.org.uk 

Submariners Association 

www.submarinersassociation.co.uk 

Yellow Pages 

www.yell.com

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Organisation of Units in Hameln 

The Station Commander is the Commanding Officer of 28 Engineer Regiment in 

Gordon Barracks. 

Gordon Barracks 

HQ Hameln Station 

Housing and Community Support Office 

41 Army Education Centre 

Inspectorate of Engineer Resources (IER) 

RMP Police Post – 110 Pro Coy RMP 

Medical and Dental Centre 

Hameln Detachment 99 Postal and Courier Squadron RLC 

Defence Estates (Hameln) 

The Trident Centre including: Unit Welfare Office, HIVE, Homestart, Tax Free Shop, 

Petrol Coupons, BFG Registrations & Coffee Shop. 

28 Engineer Regiment 

23 Amph Engr Sqn, 65 Fd Sp Sqn, 42 Fd Sqn, 64 Hq & Sp Sqn 

412 Amph Engr TP (V), 28 Engr Regt Wksp REME 

Hameln Office, Paderborn Garrison Labour Support Unit RLC 

The GLSU controls the employment of dependants and German civilians within 

the barracks. If you are interested in getting a job while you are here, you should 

register with them. 

Services Liaison Officer 

The Services Liaison Officer negotiates with German Authorities to ensure that they 

provide the Forces with the support and facilities required to carry out their military 

mission. He also ensures that the Forces understand their obligation to pay due 

regard to German interests. He encourages British German community relations, 

helps both sides in their official and social contacts and is available to give advice 

on protocol matters, sporting activities, Press and Public Relations. This office may be 

contacted on Hameln Military 2209 or Hameln Civil 917209. 

... in Hameln 

everything for Building, Renovation and DIY

Housing & Accommodation 

Services 

Service Families accommodation and 

Families Information 

Station Housing and Community Support Office, Hameln 

The HCSO Office is responsible to the Station Commander for the day-to-day 

administration and smooth running of the Station. In detail its function is to 

administer the SFAs and related facilities and to generally support the British 

Military and families in Hameln. In conjunction with the Welfare Office it will 

arrange your move in to SFAs and in due course your move out. It will administer 

your requirements whilst in occupation of your SFA by arranging repairs as 

necessary, liaising with the Defence Estates on matters of furnishings, heating, 

decoration of quarters etc. 

At the HCSO you will find experienced staff who are there to assist you and to help 

make your stay in Hameln a pleasant and happy experience. They will be able to 

help you if you should have any queries to which you cannot find the answer in this 

Guide. Queries, for example, on housing matters, fuel and light and amenities within 

the Station. If you cannot find what you need in the Guide, please contact the HCSO, 

Hameln Mil 2207. 

Defence Estates (Facilities Manager) 

The Facilities Management Office became part of Defence Estates Europe on 1 

April 2005. The office is located on the second floor of block 10 Gordon Barracks. 

The responsibility of the Facilities Management Office in Germany remains the 

same as its counterpart in UK. Some more notes on this and repairs can be found 

later in this Guide. Helpline is Civ – 917251, Mil – 2251. 

28 Engineer Regiment Welfare Office – Block 9 

Introduction. The aim of the Welfare Office is to provide a focal point within the 

Regiment for all families and Single Soldiers to fulfill their administrative needs. 

Advice and assistance can be obtained through the office on all matters relative to 

the family, whether married or single. 

Function. There is no limit to the functions carried out by the the Welfare Office, if 

there is an issue/problem the solution can also be found. Primary functions are: 

a. Family Welfare. The Unit Welfare Officer or Welfare SNCO will deal with many 

family welfare issues/problems, minor or major, and can give advice on many family 

concerns. This will always be carried out in the strictest of confidence, and if need be 

away from camp/SFA in a neutral location. 

b. MOD Form 1132. These are the forms for the application of married quarters 

whether posted in or out of the Regiment. Housing application available online via 

Army Intranet. 

c. F/MOV/713. Application for furniture movement services now available online at 

Agility Logistics. www.agilitylogistics.com

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d. Move In/Move Out. This is the phrase used to take over or hand back a married 

quarter on posting. 

e. Visit of Relatives. Close relative visitor forms available for parents and siblings 

only. 

f. ID Cards. For wives and children aged 8 and over. 

g. NaaFI Shopping Permit Ration Cards. Certain goods purchased in the NAAFI 

are rationed and can only be obtained on a ration card. 

h. Fuel and Light. Charges for fuel and light can be waived on shared facilities 

during a family’s absence from the quarter. Application is to be made through UWO 

before departure. 

i. Transport. In certain cases welfare transport can be arranged for families. 

Location. The Welfare Office is situated in the ground floor of Block 9, Gordon 

Barracks. 

Office timings: Mon-Fri 0900-1500 hrs 

Contact numbers: Welfare Officer – Ext 2485 

Welfare Office – Ext 2486, Fax 2487 

From a Civil phone: Hameln (05151) 917486 or 917485 

The Welfare Officer or SNCO is always on call. 

NB. During silent hours through the Regimental Orderly Officer via 

Guardroom 917228. 

Summary. The Welfare Officer is there to assist you; there is no limit to our function, 

if in doubt call for advice. There is never a need to sit in confusion, one call could 

solve all your concerns. No problem is too small or too great. 

Remember: If we can’t help, we always know someone who can. 

Location of Service Families 

accommodation (SFa) 


Within Hameln Service Families Accommodation is spread over a wide area of the town. 

The majority of the properties are flats, garages tend to be in short supply. The Housing 

and Estate Managers can be contacted through HCSO, Block 10, Ext 2207 or 2205. 

An Der Humme 

This is an Estate of 56 SFA C&D types. 

Afferde 

This is a modern estate of 72 SFA (C types only) some 4 km to the south-east of the 

town of Hameln. All properties are flats and there are some garages. The Housing 

and Estate Manager are responsible for all quarters on the estate. Ext 2205. 

Rinteln & Bückeburg 

Both these areas provide accommodation for the staff of Prince Rupert School, as well 

as military families when required.

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Service Families Accommodation in Afferde. 

Weser Primary School.

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action on Outbreak of Fire 

Immediate Action 

In the event of fire, the following procedure is to be carried out: 

• Shout “FIRE, FIRE’’ repeatedly to summon help. 

• Fight the fire with the extinguishers that are available. 

The Fire Brigade should be called to all outbreaks of fire by the following means: 

• Telephone the Civilian Fire Brigade on Civil 112 (Feuer on dial). 

The senior persons present should take the following action: 

• Evacuate all persons from the house or block of flats and check that 

everyone is accounted for. 

• Muster all heads of families and fight the fire with appliances available. 

• Collect statements from witnesses after the fire is out. 

• Report the fire to your Housing and Estate Manager and to the HCSO’s 

Office immediately, or as soon as possible when a fire occurs after duty 

hours or at weekends. Civ 917207 Mil 2207. 

Follow up Action 

• Ring your Unit Duty Officer/NCO and ensure that they inform the Divisional Fire 

Adviser HQ 1 (UK) Armd Div that a fire has occurred. 

• Inform your Housing and Estate Manager and ask him to inform the HCSO, 

Hameln. 

• On the next working day, inform your Unit Fire Officer who will contact the Div Fire 

Advisor and GWA. 

Housing and Estate Managers 

There are three Housing and Estate Managers responsible for all Service Families 

Accommodation (SFA) in Hameln Station. They should be regarded as your ‘friendly 

local landlord’ to whom all problems relating to your SFA should be addressed. They 

can be contacted on: 

Hameln Mil 2205 or Civ: 917205 

Emergency Call Out 

After normal working hours the Station Duty Officer will deal with emergencies – an 

emergency being a situation which cannot wait until the next working day, being 

a hazard when life or health are in danger, or that the building is in danger of 

extensive damage. Individuals, or occupants of married quarters and hirings, are 

to deal only with the unit Guardroom when requesting emergency repairs. Contact 

numbers are as follows: 

Mil Ext 2228 Civ 917228 

When reporting an emergency please ensure you give exact details of the type of 

emergency.


Information for Occupants 

Frost Precautions 

The following frost precautions should be taken in winter: 

• Entrance doors and windows to flats and cellars should be kept closed. 

• Windows may only be opened when the risk of condensation is high, 

i.e. when bathing, cooking, washing clothes or similar occasions. 

• Families going on leave should leave radiators on and windows closed. 

All radiators should be kept on to maintain the flow of hot water. 

No one without authority is permitted to operate heating systems or boiler installations 

in multiple blocks of married quarter flats. This is the responsibility of the Facility 

Manager, Housemasters and Housing and Estate Managers. 

Refuse Collection 

Timings and locations vary from time to time. Occupants will be informed of details 

by their Housing and Estate Manager. 

Gardens 

Occupants of SFAs are responsible for keeping their gardens tidy and their 

lawns cut short. When the husband is on an official unaccompanied tour (such 

as Iraq or Afghanistan), Defence Estates facilities management may assume the 

responsibility for cutting the grass providing that the unit welfare office identifies a 

genuine welfare need. 

Cellars 

The Hameln area is subject to flash floods during heavy rain and cellars are 

particularly liable to flooding. It is therefore recommended that any items of 

household furniture, bedding, carpets etc, stored in cellars are raised at least one foot 

above the floor. 

Insurance 

Items of AD furniture in a SFA are on charge to the occupant of the SFA and a charge 

will be raised for any item which is damaged. This also includes items damaged while 

being stored in the cellar. Occupants are therefore strongly recommended to take out 

insurance against such an occurrence and to insure the fabric of the building against 

fire and frost damage. 

Use of SFAs for Profit-making Activities 

Anyone wishing to use their SFA for any profit-making activity, be it a business or a 

club, must first obtain permission of the Commanding Officer, in the first instance 

contact HCSO. 

Maintenance of all SFas 

Introduction 

This section of the Guide applies to all SFAs. 

What is the Facilities Management Office? 

Its function is to maintain and manage property for Government Departments and 

the Armed Forces. This section of the Guide mainly relates to the maintenance 

of your married quarter, and garage if you have one. In this context we are 

responsible for maintaining:


a. The structure of the building, including doors and windows. 

b. The heating system. 

c. The electrical system. 

d. The hot and cold water pipework. 

e. The drainage system. 

f. The cooker. 

g. The sink unit, the kitchen cupboards and worktops. 

h. The wash basins, toilets and baths. 

i. The floors and floor coverings, except for carpets. 

j. The outside areas, including steps, paths including external paths and fences, but 

not gardens – weeding of pathways, cutting of hedges and maintenance of shrub 

borders is the occupants responsibility. 

Any request for repairs, to any of these items, should be passed to your Housing and 

Estate Manager; or to the DE Help Desk. Tel: Hameln Mil 2251, Civ 917251, in 

Room 207, Block 10, Gordon Barracks. 

We are not responsible for carpets, furniture, cooking implements, plates, knives, 

forks etc. If you have problems with any of these items, you should contact your 

Housing Estate Manager. DE Help Desk is your first point of contact if you wish 

to report a fault or repair to your married quarter. Faults and repairs are reported 

through our Helpline 917251 (Mil Ext 2251). If our tradesmen ‘cold call’ and you are 

not in they will leave a yellow card (written in both English and German). If you have 

received one of these cards, please call me on 917475 mil ext 2473, we can then 

book an appointment. 

The Maintenance of your SFA: Our Objective 

To provide the best standard of maintenance with the funding allocated. 

Maintenance Work Categories 

a. Very urgent (also sometimes described as emergency repairs). 

b. Urgent. 

c. Routine. 

Very Urgent Repairs 

This is where there is a hazard to life, health or property: when gas, water or sewage 

is seriously leaking and you are unable to stop it: or when there is a serious electrical 

fault and you cannot isolate it. In addition, if your heating fails in the winter and you 

do not have enough portable heaters to keep the temperature above 0°C, then this 

will be treated as a very urgent repair. If you experience any of these extremely serious 

problems you should: 

a. If it concerns leaking water and gas, try to turn off the main supply. 

b. If it concerns electricity, try to turn off the main electric supply. 

c. If it is during working hours, report the problem immediately to the Housing and 

Estate Manager. If it is outside working hours, you must contact the Duty Officer 

through the Guard Room. 

Urgent Repairs 

This describes a defect which, if not repaired quickly, would seriously inconvenience 

you, or would lead to deterioration of your married quarter. Defects of this type 

should be reported to the Housing Estate Manager as soon as possible during normal 

working hours.


Routine Repairs 

This describes the remainder of the defects that would occur in your SFA. 

Response Times 

This is the time it should take us to repair a defect. These response times have been 

agreed between the Army and DE. Very urgent repairs should be completed within 24 

hours; however, this does not apply at weekends or public holidays, when we can only 

provide a limited service usually by the station duty officer authorising a nominated 

contractor to be called out – via DE. Urgent repairs should be completed within 7 

days, and routine repairs within 2 months. 

Gardens 

You are responsible for maintaining the garden and external cleaning of footpaths of 

your SFA. You are also responsible to maintain and cut any hedges, ensuring they do 

not exceed 1.8m in height or hinder public pathways. We only carry out the major 

pruning of trees and the removal of dangerous trees. In addition, if instructed by the 

SHCSO, we will cut the grass when the head of the household is absent on duty for 

more than 14 days. However, we will only accept this responsibility if the garden is in 

good condition when the head of the household departs. Snow and leaf clearance is 

your responsibility. 

Barrack Damages 

You do not have to pay for repairs carried out in your SFA, except for the cost of 

repairing damage which, in our opinion, is not due to fair wear and tear. In these 

circumstances we inform the Housing and Estate Manager of the cost of the repair, 

and the Army then decide whether the cost should be charged to you as a Barrack 

Damage. 

How to Report Defects 

This is where you can help us to give you a better service. The more information you 

give the Housing and Estate Manager or help desk when you report a defect, the 

easier it is for us to ensure we send the right workmen with the right spare parts, and 

hence ensure the repair is carried out as quickly as possible. An example will help to 

illustrate this point. 

If there is a fault on your cooker. You might tell the Housing and Estate Manager that 

your cooker is not working. 

However, if you told the Housing and Estate Manager that you had an electric cooker 

and the back left-hand ring had stopped working, then we could be certain that the 

workmen would be able to repair the cooker straight away. Instead of having to visit 

your quarter to find out the problem, return to the stores to get a spare part, and then 

return to carry out the repair. It would also be beneficial if you suggest times you are 

available for access.


Do-It-Yourself Repairs or Improvements 

With the exception of minor painting, you are not allowed to carry out ‘do-it-yourself’ 

repairs or improvements to your quarter. If you wish to carry out any painting, you 

must first obtain our approval via your Housing and Estate Manager. 

General Advice 

Always have a torch available. When problems occur with your electrical installation 

or appliances, turn off your supply at the intake control. Know where this control 

is and how to operate it. If your supply has failed, unplug all portable appliances 

and switch off all lights (and heaters if you have any directly connected); reset your 

supply; switch on your lights one at a time; if your supply stays on then the fault is 

in one of your appliances. It may be that the fault is on one light; in this case, by 

keeping the light ‘off’ or isolating the one affected circuit, you can use all items in 

the remainder of the house. Never attempt to repair appliances that are plugged 

in; always unplug them first. 

Know where you can turn off your water supply, and if you have leaks then turn off the 

supply. Know where your supplementary valves are and what they control; you may be 

able to locally isolate a problem and then use the remaining facilities. 

If you have a gas supply, know where the supply can be isolated. If you suspect any 

kind of a problem or leak then turn off your supply. If the problem is on your boiler, 

turn off the gas and electric supply to your boiler. 

If the problem is on your gas cooker then disconnect the flexible pipe from the gas 

wall socket by your cooker. Turn off at main stop cock. 

If you are leaving your quarter for a period during the winter then leave your 

boiler on, turn down your room temperature control to 8°-10°C, shut all windows, 

leave all radiators on and leave all internal doors open; turn your domestic hot 

water cylinder (if you have one) control down to 15°C. Ask a neighbour to check 

your boiler once a day. 

In autumn/winter time check your attics and cellars to ensure all windows are closed. 

If you have an external tap (for garden perhaps), turn off stopcock inside your quarter 

(it should be labelled), and drain the water from the pipe feeding the tap. Turn this on 

again in late spring when there is not likely to be any more heavy frosts. 

Ventilate your SFA on a daily basis at regular intervals. This will reduce the chance or 

possibility of mould growth. 

Conclusion: We hope these notes will help you. If you follow the advice it will assist us 

in providing you with a reasonable service.


The Joint Service Housing advice Office 

(JSHaO) – Helping you to civilian 

housing solutions 

What is the JSHAO? 

The JSHAO provides Service persons and their dependants with housing information 

and advice. We also, where possible, help you to obtain placement in social housing 

on leaving the Service. We can also help sevice welfare/compassionate cases and 

separated families from overseas to find appropriate housing on return to the UK. 

Helping you to civilian accommodation 

The JSHAO runs ‘Housing Solutions’ and “Housing Options” briefings for Service 

Personnel. The Solutions briefings are designed as mid career presentations to 

highlight the need to make early provision for your civilian housing. The ‘Housing 

Options’ briefs are run in Resettlement Centres in the UK and Education Centres 

in Germany, Cyprus and Gibraltar. These one day briefs are designed to give you 

the information to help you make informed choices on your civilian housing. While 

Housing Options are normally attended in the last 2 years of Service, any Service 

person and/or their partner is welcome at any stage of their Service. 

What information do we hold? 

We can obtain information and contacts for most of the UK’s social housing sector 

which includes council housing and housing association homes. We can provide you 

with pamphlets and information sheets on the multitude of different subjects regarding 

housing provision. Very often these days we will direct you to the appropriate web site. 

All this information is available to you, just call or e-mail our office. 

The MOD Referral Scheme 

The JSHAO runs the Ministry of Defence Referral scheme. This scheme may be able 

to help you if you are looking for housing association housing on leaving the Service. 

Information and an application form can be found on our website or call the office 

and talk to the MOD Referral Scheme Coordinator. 

Affordable Housing 

With UK house prices still high lots of Service personnel express interest in schemes 

which share the cost of housing with some form of government backed ownership 

plan. HomeBuy helps successful applicants to buy their home using a government 

interest free loan to fund part of the property. These schemes are generically known 

as HomeBuy schemes. Service personnel are recognised as Key Workers and as such 

have priority access to these schemes. For details of the schemes and options go to 

the JSHAO website. If you have any queries then come back to the JSHAO staff with 

them. 

Buying your own house 

Buying a house is one of the most exciting things you ever do. However, it is also 

one of the most daunting. The JSHAO has factsheets that explain the process. We 

can advise on websites you will find useful to get details of properties, solicitors and 

surveyors. We can even point you in the right direction to help you find the right 

mortgage.


For those of you thinking of building your own home we have some very practical 

advice and information. 

Help from the Services 

In 1996 the MOD introduced the Long Service Advance of Pay Scheme for Army and 

RAF personnel (the scheme has been available to Naval personnel for many years). 

The JSHAO holds details of the scheme. Never commit yourself to purchase until you 

receive confirmation from the Tri-service LSAP centre of your eligibility for the loan. 

JSHAO monthly magazine ‘Housing Matters’ 

Ten months a year the JSHAO produces a magazine. It contains lots of information 

designed to help you when you are considering your civilian housing. Copies should 

be easily available within your unit but if you have difficulty in obtaining a copy please 

ring the JSHAO or visit our website. 

How to contact us? 

We have lots of information that may be useful to you so why not contact us. 

JSHaO on line: www.mod.uk/jshao 

JSHAO 

HQ Land Forces, Building 183, Trenchard Lines, Upavon, Wiltshire SN9 6BE 

Tel: 01980 618925 

E-mail: LF-JSHaO-mailbox@mod.uk 

Mil: 94344 8925 

SPACES – Single Persons Accommodation Centre for the Ex-Services 

If you are single and about to leave, SPACES may be able to help you to find 

somewhere to live. SPACES is tasked by MOD to help place single Service leavers in 

appropriate accommodation as they leave. It is located within the Resettlement Centre 

at Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire. 

SPaCES 

Regional Resettlement Centre, St aidans Road, Catterick Garrison, 

North Yorkshire, DL9 3aY. 

Tel: 01748 833797 Fax: 01748 835774 

E-mail: spaces@echg.org.uk 

SSAFA Forces Help Housing Advisory Service 

Once you leave the Forces and/or MOD accommodation, you can still get 

information, help and advice with your housing problems from SSAFA Forces Help, 

19 Queen Elizabeth Street, London SE1 2LP or ring 0207 463 9398. This service 

is available to your dependants and wider family (parents, etc) whilst you are still 

serving.

Adult /Children's Education / 

Youth Activities 

Schools and Kindergartens 

Weser School 

Foundation Stage Unit 

Hameln Civil 05151 783237 

Headteacher: David Berry M.Ed Hons 

Deputy Headteacher: Emma Scarisbrick 

This is a good school that treats every child as an individual. Learning, high 

quality care and support are at the heart of Weser Primary School. 

Parents can receive a School Information Booklet and admissions forms from the 

secretary by telephoning the number above during working hours. 

Weser School, is located on the NW side of town adjacent to the RMP building 

and the Gundolph park. Access to the school is via Bertholdsweg, a minor 

road which starts at the Martkauf Supermarket, continues around the Meadow 

Kindergarten building and into the school grounds. 

The school is a modern, purpose-built design. There are two playgrounds each 

with climbing apparatus and the building is surrounded by extensive grassed areas. 

The large German Sportshall adjacent to the school is also used by the children 

throughout the year. 

Children have the opportunity to learn to swim in pools close to the school and the 

older children have the choice of attending various sporting or creative club activities 

after school. Local day trips are organised for all classes throughout the year for 

children to experience and enjoy places of historical and geographical interest. 

Y3, Y4, Y5 and Y6 children are annually invited to take part in residential trips in 

the Summer Term. Venues for these trips are German Youth Hostels, throughout 

Germany or St Viet in Austria for skiing. New children are placed in classes with 

children of similar age and taught by teachers who have full United Kingdom 

professional qualifications. All children are taught those subjects stipulated in the 

National Curriculum of England and Wales. 

Most children transfer to Prince Rupert School, Rinteln, in the September following 

their eleventh birthday. 

Parents with children of nursery or primary school age arriving in the Station can 

visit the school for registration by appointment. Parents and children can then look 

around the school before the children start the following morning. 

Children are transported to and from school on buses organised by the HCSO staff. 

The school publishes weekly newsletters to keep parents informed of the various 

aspects of school life. Parents are always welcome in school.

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Prince Rupert School is the secondary school for students in Hameln Station aged 

11-18 years. In March 2011 the school received a full OFSTED inspection and 

was judged to be outstanding over all. The opening lines of the inspection report 

state: 

'Prince Rupert School is an outstanding school that has the highest expectations of its 

students and a determination that they will achieve their best. The school makes this 

happen by taking exceptional care of students and ensuring that provision for them 

meets their changing demands and needs.' 

Further details of the School's achievements can be found by reading the full OFSTED 

report which can be found on their website or accessed via the school's website at 

www.princerupert.de 

The school caters for all abilities in the age range 11 to 19. It is generously staffed 

with experienced, fully qualified teachers and support staff and there is a long 

record of success in all aspects of school life. There is excellent, purpose-built 

accommodation and a full range of facilities on a site overlooking the picturesque 

Weser valley in Rinteln. 

The school follows the English National Curriculum in the first three years and 

then 14-16 year old students opt for a good range of GCSE and vocational 

qualifications. There is also the opportunity for extended courses involving 

preparation for employment where work experience is a significant part of the 

course. Post 16 there is a wide range of courses at level 2 and level 3 which include 

AS, A2, GCEs, BTEC and NVQ qualifications. All sixth form students have the 

opportunity to gain ICT qualifications through the ECDL. There is a strong emphasis 

on the pastoral care of students, and the school maintains a happy, friendly 

atmosphere with high standards of behaviour. 

Each year there is a varied programme of citizenship and extra-curricular activities 

including sport, the arts, study support and residentials. There are normally later buses 

for thhose involved with activites on Tuesdays and Thursday. The normal school day 

runs 0840-1525 hrs except for Mondays when there is a later start of 0915. This is to 

accommodate the school's weekly boarding students who travel from further afield. 

When parents arrive in Station they will need to complete an application form (SCE 

3001). This, along with a full school brochure, is available from the school. Parents 

should contact the school to arrange an admission appointment. This is essential 

in order to ensure that the right personnel are available to complete the admission 

procedure. At least one parent should accompany the child at the admission 

appointment and they should bring a copy of the child's birth certificate, their last 

school report and information about the child's national curriculum levels. The 

previous school should have provided this latter piece of information, unless the child 

is transferring from a school outside of England or Wales. 

The HCSO should be contacted with regard to school transport. General information 

about particular courses or advice about the education of secondary age children 

may be sought from the Headteacher. Appointments and further information can be 

obtained by telephoning 05751 970320 (Military 84 2320). 

Boarding Schools 

Please refer to the Directory of UK Boarding Schools in this Guide. Details of Boarding 

School Allowances obtainable from Sqn Military Accountants.

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Meadow Kindergarten/Crèche 

Meadow Kindergarten provides a high standard of care for children aged 20 

months to 3 years of age. You will find us located in the RMP building next to the 

Weser School. 

Meadow Crèche provides a warm caring environment for our younger children aged 

from 3 months to 20 months. 

Both premises are registered and inspected annually by our Early Years Inspector. 

For more information contact the Supervisor on ext 2387, Civil 4079127. 

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41 army Education Centre 

41 AEC (Hameln LC) is situated on the middle floor of Block 11, Gordon Barracks. 

It provides the normal range of facilities for serving personnel, including CLM, MLAT, 

Resettlement Advice, Army Learning Centre, Basic Skills, Library and Personal and 

Community Development Learning Courses. In addition a wide range of services are 

available to Service personnel, UK based civilians and their dependants as follows: 

Personal and Community Development Learning Courses (PCDL) 

PCDL courses are held in 41 AEC (Hamlen LC) during the day or in the evening. The 

range of subjects offered varies according to demand and the availability of suitable 

instructors, but normally includes German and IT courses as well as vocational 

courses such as First Aid and Card Making. 

41 AEC (Hameln LC) 

We are always interested in expanding the range of courses on offer. So if you are 

interested in passing on your knowledge please contact 41 AEC (Hameln LC) on 

Hameln Mil: 2296 or Civ: 917296. We offer very good rates of pay. 

German Language Courses 

German Language Courses are run as part of the PCDL course programme. All 

Serving Military Personal may attend these courses free of charge. Dependants 

will need to pay a small course fee. Language tapes and CD ROMS may also be 

obtained from the Station Library. 

Civilian Examinations 

Members of the Station can sit a wide range of civilian examinations for which they 

have prepared either in the UK, Germany or elsewhere; these include the various 

Examining Boards (GCSE, A levels, OCR City and Guilds of London Institute and 

others). People unsure of their eligibility or readiness for examinations can obtain 

guidance from the Centre. In keeping with developments in the UK, the Centre can 

also offer advice about National Vocational Certificates (NVQs), in particular in 

Management. 

Resettlement Advice 

For those people leaving the Service, 41 AEC (Hameln LC) offers a resettlement 

facility. The decision about selecting a second career can be aided by the use of the 

computer programmes available in the Centre. There is plenty of material available to 

help find suitable training and help with the search for a new career. 

Basic Skills 

41 AEC (Hameln LC) can offer advice and support for soldiers and dependants with 

Basic Skills needs and dyslexia. Contact Mil 2244. 

The Army Learning Centre 

The Army Learning Centre (ALC) is an internet based facility, offering courses on a 

wide variety of subjects. Contact Hameln Mil 2460 for more details. 

Punchlines 

Punchlines is your Garrison magazine, providing news and topical information for British 

Forces personnel based in Paderborn Garrison. The magazine is delivered free, each 

month, to every married quarter, school, unit and welfare centre in the garrison. Inside 

you will find useful information, news of events and what’s on in your local area.

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Library Service 

The Army Library Service in Hameln is co-located within 41 AEC (Hameln LC). It offers 

a wide variety of CDs and books including a Military and Children’s section. Contact 

Hameln Mil 2458. 

How to Contact 41 AEC (Hameln LC) 

Visitors are welcome to call at the office in 41 AEC (Hameln LC) at any time 

during normal working hours or to ring the Centre Office on Hameln Mil 2296. 

The Education Officers and Centre staff are always ready to give advice and help 

with problems of an educational nature. 

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Double room € 132,00 incl. breakfast 

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31787 Hameln 

Fax: 0 51 51 - 90 13 33 

E-Mail: info@hotel-stadthameln.de 

Internet: www.hotel-stadthameln.de 

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Medical and Health Services 

Medical/Dental Centre 

A Brief Introduction to Hameln Medical Centre 

The Medical Centre is located in Block 11 of Gordon Barracks, which is behind the 

block on the right hand side as you enter the Barracks. 

There is parking available in front of the Medical Centre or on the main parade square. 

We have two Doctors providing daily clinics as follows: 

Soldier’s Sick Parade 0800-0900 hrs 

Families Clinic from 0900 hrs 

The Nurses operate a daily clinic by appointment: 

Soldier’s Sick Parade 0800-0900 hrs 

Families Clinic from 0900 hrs 

They also hold Asthma, Well Man, Well Woman and Smoking Cessation clinics. All 

clinics operate on an appointment basis, which can be booked by calling the Medical 

Centre on Hameln Mil 2428 (Civil 05151 917428). 

Wednesday it is open 0800-1230 hrs due to Staff Training 

Emergency Cover 

The Medical Centre is open Monday to Friday 0800-1700 hrs only. Wednesday is 

open 0800-1230 hrs due to staff training. 

There is an out of hours emergency telephone service provided outside the Medical 

Centre opening hours which is manned by a Nurse Assistant and two Nurses. 

The Emergency Telephone Number is: 

Hameln Military 2333 (Civil 05151 917333) 

In an absolute emergency go straight to the following local hospital: 

A&E, Sana Klinikum 

Transport 

Transport to the Medical Centre from Quartering Areas is published around the Station. 

This transport is timetabled and combined with the NAAFI and amenities transport. 

The GTO provide transport to the Gilead Hospital, Bielefeld and it must be prebooked 

via the Medical Centre reception. At least 48hrs in advance. 

A Brief Introduction to Hameln Dental Centre 

The dental centre is co-located with the Mediacal Centre in block 11 of Gordon Barracks. 

There is parking available in front of the Dental Centre or on the main parade square. 

We have a Dentists providing daily clinics as follows: 

Sick Parade Mon 0800-0830 hrs & 1430-1500 hrs 

Sick Parade Tue – Fri 0800-0830 hrs 

Routine appointments Mon – Thurs 0800-1630 hrs 

Fri 0830-1430 hrs


Treatment is available to all service personnel and their dependants, UKBC's and NAAFI 

staff. A dental charge will be levied at current NHS rates for all non service personnel. 

Some patients will be exempt from dental charges depending on exemption status. More 

details can be obtained from the Dental Centre. 

Referrals for specialist dental treatment are made by the Dentist to Hospitals and 

German Dental Practices in Bielefeld and Paderborn. 

Appointments are to be booked in person at the Dental Reception. Appointment 

cancellations can be made over the phone however more than 24 hours notice is 

required. If you have any questions please contact us on Hameln Mil 2431 (Civil 

05151 917 431). 

Out of Hours Emergency Cover 

Out of hours emergency dental treatment can be obtained by contacting MRS in 

Sennelager on Mil 79 2414 (Cilil 05254 982 2414). 

Sana Klinikum. 

View from the "klut" showing Gordon Barracks and the Sana Klinikum 

to the left of the bridge.


SSaFa Forces Help Nursing Services, etc 

SSAFA Forces Help Community Health & Social Services. 

There is one full-time Health Visitor, and a Regional Child Health Nurse who work 

together to provide Child Health services in Hameln. There is one full-time Midwife 

and regional health visitor or Dr based in Hameln. 

The Health Visitor 

Health Visitors are nurses trained to work specifically in the community. The main aim 

of health visiting is to look at the long term health perspective and offer advice which 

will enhance the general health and well being of the community as a whole and the 

future generation in particular. Our main areas of work are: 

a. Health Education Projects & Health Promotion 

b. Emotional support and guidance to first time mothers 

c. Developmental assessments and monitoring children up to 5 years 

d. Immunisations and child health clinics 

e. Help and advice with behavioural, sleep and other child care problems 

f. Support for families with special needs or handicapped members 

g. Referral to other agencies 

h. Group work 

Child Health Clinic Times 

Thursday Medical Centre Immunisations 

by appointment 

Thursday Medical Centre Drop-In Clinic 1000-1200 hrs 

For more information on Home Visits and Baby Massage or to book an appointment 

please contact Reception on (civilian) 05151 917 428. 

Midwifery Service, Hameln 

For full details of the Midwifery Service please phone Mil Ext 2428. If a midwife is not 

avaliable please leave a message at the Medical Centre Reception. 24 Hour on call 

midwife – 05254 9822414. 

Midwives are trained nurses who have a special interest in women’s health, especially 

pregnancy. We are involved with the ladies health from the time a pregnancy is 

planned until after delivery where the Health Visitors contribute to the care from 

approximately 10 days old. We also work alongside the Health Visitors in the Health 

Education Projects. 

Our main areas of work are: 

1. Pre-conceptual counselling 

2. Ante natal care 

3. Parent education classes 

4. Post natal care 

5. Breast feeding support 

6. Emotional support and advice for all new parents 

7. Referral to other agencies 

8. Post miscarriage counselling 

Midwives offer a 24 hour 'on call' service across British Forces Germany. 

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Don’t forget 

to check your 

batteries 

regularly. 

A smoke alarm 

with dead batteries 

is not a smoke alarm.

army Welfare Information 

Service (aWIS) 

No problem is too big or too small 

Station and Garrison 

Facilities 

The Army Welfare Information Service (AWIS) exists to give information and advice to 

Servicemen and women and their families 

Personal Advice & Information 

Trained personnel who are thoroughly experienced in most of the problems 

encountered by Service personnel and their families staff the Service. 

It doesn’t matter if the query is simple, routine, or difficult, of a personal or family 

nature - the staff of the Service will either answer your question or put you in touch 

with one of the military or civilian agencies who can provide you with help and 

assistance. 

There are few matters on which AWIS cannot give you sound and sympathetic advice. 

If you require any advice or information you can contact AWIS direct or via your local 

AWS Office, Unit Welfare Officer or HIVE. 

How to contact AWIS direct: 

By post: 

Army Welfare Information Service, HQ AWS, Building 183, Trenchard Lines, 

Upavon, Wiltshire SN9 6BE 

By Telephone: 

Military: 94344 5975 

Civilian: 01980 615975 

By email: 

LF-aWS-Welfareinformationservice@mod.uk 

Army Welfare Service 

ALL HELP AND ADVICE FROM AWIS IS FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL


The Army Families Federation (AFF) is an independent organisation that provides a 

unique two-way communications link between the British Army and its families. 

AFF works hard to improve the quality of life for all Army families, and ensure that 

they are in no way disadvantaged because they ‘follow the flag’. AFF represents all 

members of a soldier’s family (including partners and wider family) and is recognised 

as their representative voice. AFF is consulted by the military, politicians, the media 

and national organisations on issues concerning Army families. 

Where to find AFF 

AFF can be found wherever there are Army families in the world. The hub of the 

network is AFF Central Office at Andover (Hampshire), and there are AFF Branches 

in Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Germany and Cyprus, with volunteers in overseas 

locations. 

AFF operates through a network of Co-ordinators who listen to and represent the 

views and concerns of Army families to the policy makers. 

AFF Co-ordinators can also help families with their individual issues. They can provide 

advocacy for families and signpost to the best professional organisation to provide 

assistance. 

Specialists 

AFF employs five Specialists who each concentrate on a particular area of concern for 

Army families, and deal with all aspects of that subject for AFF. The areas covered by 

the AFF Specialists are 

• Education, Childcare and Adult Learning 

• Employment and Training Specialist 

• Foreign and Commonwealth 

• Housing 

• TA and Reserve Forces 

These Specialists represent AFF at all relevant meetings with outside agencies, and 

offer guidance and information to families with queries or concerns in their subject. 

Contact details are as below:


Education, Childcare and Adult Learning 

E-mail: ecal@aff.org.uk 

Employment and Training Specialist 

E-mail: et@aff.org.uk 

Foreign and Commonwealth 

E-mail: fc@aff.org.uk 

Housing 

E-mail: housing@aff.org.uk 

Territorial Army and Reserve 

Forces 

E-mail: ta@aff.org.uk 

The Journal - Army families’ own magazine 

The AFF publishes a quarterly magazine, the Journal, which promotes communication 

between Army families, wherever they live, on issues which affect their lives. It is full of 

interesting articles and useful information, keeping families up-to-date, and includes a 

lively Postbag column which brings current issues to the fore. The Journal is distributed 

FREE to all Army families worldwide. Visit www.afj.org.uk for further information or 

to download back issues. 

Giving families the chance to ask their own questions 

AFF holds a biennial Families Conference in London (with a similar event held in 

Germany and Northern Ireland in the intervening years), open to all Army families. 

The event offers a chance to hear from and ask questions to senior military personnel, 

politicians and executives from relevant agencies and departments. 

In other Branch areas, discussion groups and roadshows afford families the 

chance to raise questions and concerns regarding their Army family life to AFF and 

representatives from the local chain of command and welfare support agencies. 

Website 

Our website is a useful source of information for all Army families and offers up-todate 

news and information on our unique lifestyle. You will also find contact details for 

AFF Co-ordinators and Specialists, so if you’d like to ‘voice your views’, 

visit www.aff.org.uk. 

Social Networking 

Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/armyFamiliesFederation or search for 

‘AFF’ to join your local AFF Fan Page to get regular updates on important issues, and 

contribute to our surveys and debates. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/The_aFF. 

Subscribe to our email list at www.aff.org.uk and you can read the AFF blog at 

http://armyfamiliesfederation.blogspot.com/ 

For further information on the 

army Families Federation 

call 05221 995 3180 

or email Germany@aff.org.uk 

www.aff.org.uk 

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Childminding 

No one may childmind in this station unless they are registered. A childminder is defined 

as any person minding one or more child/ren for payment, in their own home, for a 

period of 2 hours or more per day, who is not a relation of the child. It is important for 

the minder and the child’s parents to work together, as you will both be playing a central 

part in the child’s life. It is required by MOD that all childminders be registered with British 

Forces Early Years Service. All childminders are required to hold appropriate public liability 

insurance, your childminder supervisor will be happy to discuss this with you. 

If you wish to become a registered childminder or are a parent looking for a 

registered childminder in your area please contact the Army Welfare Service 

Childminding Co-ordinator on Hameln Mil 2447 or civil 917447. 

RELaTE BFG – Relationship Counselling 

Services 

RELATE BFG provides a confidential relationship counselling service at no cost to BFG 

entitled personnel. 

Counselling takes place at one of the ten RELATE Centres located at Fallingbostel, Hohne, 

Herford, Osnabrück, Bielefeld, Sennelager, Münster, Rheindahlen and Ramstein. 

All counsellors for RELATE BFG are selected from the BFG community and trained by 

RELATE in the UK. 

Appointments for counselling are made through our central office located at Rheindahlen 

which can be contacted by telephoning JHQ Mil 2826 or civilian 02161 472826. 

Waiting times for counselling vary from centre to centre but for anyone willing to travel to 

JHQ or Herford an initial interview is available within ten working days of first contact. 

So if you are experiencing difficulties within your relationship contact us before it 

is too late! 

Church Information 

Garrison Church 

Holy Nativity Church is the Garrison Church and is situated in Gordon Barracks 

behind the Junior Ranks Club. Full details of services and other activities are 

published in Punchlines. 

The Chaplain’s Office is in Block 9. His telephone number is Hameln Mil 2489. 

Alternatively you can phone him on Mobile: 0172 2086348. Please do not hesitate to 

contact the Chaplain at any time if you feel he may be of assistance as someone to whom 

you can talk in confidence about any personal or family circumstances. 

Services: 

Sunday Morning Service 1030 hrs 

First Sunday in the month: Family Service 

Last Sunday in month: Holy Communion 

Sunday School available for childen aged 3+ 

Thursday 1930 hrs, Church Bible study and Fellowship 

Friday 1015 hrs, First Steps Mums and Tots held at Pipers Club 

Alpha Course, Baptism, Confirmation and Weddings arranged by contacting the 

Chaplain.


Catholic Church of St Barbara 

The Catholic Church of St. Barbara is named after the Patron Saint of the Royal 

Engineers and is located on the First Floor, Block 11 (Gordon Barracks) above the 

Medical Centre. 

There is currently no regular Mass at St Barbara's Church. Ministry specific to 

Roman Catholic families and personnel may be arranged with the RC Chaplain, 

Paderborn Garrison. Contact the chaplins office for details (Hameln mil: 2489) 

Worshippers of all denominations are welcome to attend the Garrison Church if 

they wish to do so. 

Salvation Army 

The Pipers Club is run by the Salvation Army and is a popular family centre situated 

just outside Gordon Bks. It has its own café, patio and gardens and a welfare flat 

where visiting family and friends can stay. The Club also runs a variety of children's 

activities, including holiday clubs, birthday parties and seasonal church events. Tel: 

05151 41938. 

Youth activities 

Army Welfare Service in Hameln provides evening and school holiday activities 

throughout the year. We offer a variety of activities including Youth Club, Youth 

Forum, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Residentials including sailing/windsurfing, Trips to 

Theme parks, Activity Play areas, Zoos etc, Sports activities, Camping and Accredited 

Awards for young people. 

The Youth Centre is located in the attic area of Block 10, Gordon Bks. A variety of 

different Youth Club sessions cater for various age groups – Junior sessions from age 

8+ Senior sessions from Age11+. 

The Youth Centre offers a wide and varied programme and is planned through 

consultation with young people and very little is impossible. The centre has a variety 

of equpment including table top games e.g. pool, table tennis, Electronic games, Arts 

& Crafts and much more. 

Staffing. The staff team consists of paid and voluntary part time youth workers, drawn 

from Service personnel and their families, of which volunteers are always welcome. 

There is also a professional qualified full time youth & community worker. 

Working with young people is fun, exciting and a challenge. Volunteers are 

offered youth work training at a variety of levels and may gain a nationally 

recognised qualification in part time youth work, (In the UK this would assist you 

in obtaining a paid position) 

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For details of the current Youth programme and volunteering opportunities please contact 

Station Youth & Community Worker on (83) 2447 or civil 05151 917447 or youth club 

917455. 

British Scouts Western Europe – 1st Hamlen Scout Group 

Interested in Scouting? 

Would you like to see a Scout Group in your local area? 

Scouting provides a range of activities for both boys and girls in three separate sections. 

Beavers age 6-8 Cubs ages 8-10½ Scouts ages 10½-14 

If you wuold like to help open a Scout Group in this area please contact the District 

Commissioner for Germany at dc.germany@hotmail.com. Training is provide to help 

get you started. 

For more information see us at www.scoutBSWE.org or www.scout.org.uk. 

Brownies 

In the Hameln District there is the 2nd Hameln Pack. Adult leaders are always needed 

either as uniformed Guiders or as casual unit helpers. If you are interested please 

contact the District Commissioner or the Company/Pack in your area. A girl may join 

at any time after her 7th birthday, and moves on sometime after her 10th birthday. 

There is almost always a waiting list but Brownies who have been previously enrolled 

will be accepted immediately into a Pack. 

Pack Meetings for Brownies are: 1730-1900 hrs 

2nd Hameln Pack Guide Rooms/Grapevine Tuesday 1715-1845 hrs. 

Contact Karen Paice, Tel: 05151 9577680. 

Rainbows 5 to 7 year old 

The 3rd Hameln Rainbows meet at Guide Rooms/Grapevine Tuesday 1615-1725 hrs. 

We are always looking for new leaders and helpers. 

Beavers 

The 1st Hameln Beaver Colony is part of the UK Scout Association. It is open to all 

boys and girls aged 6-8 living in Hameln. The Beavers meet on Monday evenings 

between 1645-1800 hrs in the Scout HQ Building, Gordon Barracks. 

Cubs 

The 1st Hameln Cub Pack is open to boys and girls aged betwen 8-101/2. Throughout Germany there are many other British Cub Packs and as there are plenty 

of combined events, such as weekend camps and activity days. 

The Cubs meet at 1800-1930 hrs in the Scout HQ, Gordon Barracks on 

Monday evening. 

Scouts 

The Scout Troop meets on Mondays in the Village Hall between 1900-2030 hrs. The 

age group for Scouts is 10 1/2 -14 years. For further information contact Ady Cross, 

Tel 05151 605286. HIVE Information Centres are the focal point within the 

community, which supports the Service community through the provision of an 

impartial information and referral service.


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Army Welfare Service (AWS) 

Headquarters AWS: Building 85, Groves Drive, Normandy Barracks, Sennelager, BFPO 16 

Telephone: 05254 982 4340 (Civ) 

Paderborn Garrison Mil: 79 4340 

AWS Hameln: Trident Centre, Gordon Barracks, Hameln, BFPO 

Telephone: 05151 917447 (Civ) 

Hameln Station Mil: 83 2447 

The Headquarters is staffed by a dedicated team of military and civillian personnel 

who provide a wide range of welfare support services to the military and civilian 

community of the Garrison. 

Community Support Team (CST) 

The professionally qualified Community Support Team comprises of a Garrison Community 

Development Officer, 4 Community Development Workers (CDW) and their teams of 

Assistant Youth and Community Workers and volunteers. 

The CST provides Youth Work and Play Work in Paderborn, Sennelager, Detmold and 

Hameln. The work is delivered through Youth Clubs, Holiday Activities, Summer Play 

Schemes and registration of, and support to, voluntary groups. The CST provides training 

in Child Protection, NVQ and skills training for those who work with children and young 

people and Parenting Courses. The team offers individual support to young people and 

informal learning opportunities leading to recognised Awards. The provision is inspected by 

OFSTED. All staff and volunteers have CRB clearance. 

To see what is on offer in your area visit: www.awspaderborn.com or call your local Youth 

and Community Centre. 

Detmold: 05231 6161735 

Hameln: 05151 917447 

Paderborn: 01722 166184 

Sennelager: 05254 8045549 

Home-Start – Hameln Support and friendship for families 

Trident Centre, Block 22, Gordon Barracks Tel: 05151 917492 Mil: (83) 2492 

Opening Hours are: Monday – Friday 0900-1300 hrs. 

Home-Start's simple approach is to offer the support of one trained volunteer to a 

parent who is facing difficulties and usually has one child under five. The friendship, 

practical and emotional support provided by a volunteer in the family's own home, 

enables parents to cope with the pressures they are facing and reduces the potential 

for family crisis and breakdown. 

Maybe you need someone to talk to who won't judge or gossip about you, and can 

offer you a shoulder to cry on. Perhaps you are struggling to cope with postnatal 

illness, a child's disability, family breakdown or bereavement. You could be feeling 

isolated and unable to make connections with others in the community. Whatever the 

reason, Home-Start provides non-judgmental, practical and emotional support and 

helps build family confidence and the ability to cope. All kinds of families can find it 

hard to cope for all sorts of reasons and you won't be judged on yours. our help is 

free and confidential! 

In addition to home-visiting support, Home-Start regularly run family groups or drop 

in sessions and social events for families in the Hameln area. 

Without the continued support of the Volunteers that Home-Start has, we would not


be able to do the valuable work within our community, it is therefore imperative 

that we continue to recruit more Volunteers. If you would like to find out more 

about our service, or feel that you can make a difference to a local family by 

becoming a Home-Start Volunteer please pop in to the Scheme or give us 

a call. 

WRVS 

WRVS Centre, Block 9 Gordon Barracks. 

Tel: 05151 917318 Mil: (83) 2318 

WRVS is an independent military organisation 

with the Service Welfare Officer supporting 

single and unaccompanied service personnel in 

the UK and abroad. The WRVS Centre provides 

a relaxed, informal, alcohol free leisure facility, 

where soldiers can spend their free time in the 

evening and at the weekends. Facilties include: 

free WiFi Internet access, pool table, table tennis, bar football, TV(s), DVD player(s) 

and Wii electronic game. When welfare concerns are expressed, the Services Welfare 

Officers will signpost soldiers to the appropriate point. The WRVS Centre core 

opening hours are: 

Monday-Thursday 1000-1330 hrs and 1800-2130 hrs 

Friday 1000-1400 hrs 

Saturday Closed 

Sunday 1800-2200 hrs 

Any variation will be on display outside the WRVS Centre (Block 9). 

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HIVE Information Centres Europe 

HIVE Information Centres are the focal point within the community, they offer support 

to the Service community through the provision of a confidential information and 

referral service. Networked through the internet and with centres worldwide they are 

able to provide information to everyone. 

What Can Your HIVE Offer You? 

• New Arrival Information 

• Postings worldwide 

• Operational deployment 

• Education/Training 

• Employment 

• Housing 

• Health care facilities 

• Travel/Transport 

• Benefits/Customs 

• Referral service to all outside agencies 

• Fax-Bluey facility 

• Local facilities in and around the Station 

• E-news letter 

• Plus lots more! 

HIVE Europe's website includes links to employment vacancies in your area and other 

useful sites. It has contact details of all HIVEs worldwide and details of "What's On" 

in your local area. Sign up to our e-news letter and receive the information in the 

comfort of your own home, all information is free. 

How to contact us 

Visit your local HIVE or go to www.hive-europe.co.uk 

HIVE is there for everyone, visit your Information Centre, today and see what we can 

do for you! 

Hameln HIVE is located in 

Block 9, Gordon Barracks. Our opening times are Monday to Friday 

0900-1400 hrs. 

Contact us by telephoning Civil 05151 917464 or Military 83 2464 (answer 

phone facilities). 

Email us at Hameln@hive-europe.co.uk 

Wives Clubs 28 Engineer Regiment Wives Club 

The Wives Club Committee meets regularly throughout the year to organise various 

functions and trips. These provide opportunities for wives to meet up and have fun. 

The aim is to support all wives within the Regiment. Events are advertised through the 

squadrons, in the NAAFI shops, on notice boards in the Trident Centre. All wives are 

welcome and we are always interested in new ideas. Be proactive, come along and enjoy 

your time here in Hameln.


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Postal Services 

The British Forces Post Office is situated on the ground floor of Block 10, Gordon 

Barracks. As of the 25th Jan 10 there will be a change to the Forces Post Office 

opening times: 

Monday 0800-1200 Lunch 1245-1530 

Tuesday 0800-1200 Lunch 1245-1530 

Wednesday 0800-1200 Lunch 1245-1530 

Thursday 0800-1200 Lunch 1245-1530 

Friday 0800-1300 Closed 

Letters should be endorsed “Forces Mail’’ in the top left hand corner and number, 

rank and unit address of the soldier should be written on the back of the letter. This 

does not apply to letters addressed to private addresses in Ireland. Letters to NI or Eire 

should be handed to the Post Office Counter Clerk. Mails being received by entitled 

personnel should be addressed as follows: 

Number, Rank, Name ...................... 

Squadron ........................................ 

Regiment ........................................ 

BFPO 31. 

Civilian quarter addresses are not to be used. 

Facilities Available 

a. Sale of postage stamps, stamped stationery, registered envelopes, postal orders. 

b. Provision of some National Savings Bank facilities and Alliance & Leicester Giro. 

c. Postal orders may be encashed in unlimited amounts by all authorised users of the 

British Forces Postal Service. 

d. UK cheques may also be encashed by all authorised users of the British Forces 

Postal Service, the fee is £2.50 per cheque at this time. 

All transactions are in Euros and converted at the Post Office Accounting Rate (POAR) 

which can change weekly. 

All enquiries should be directed to NCOIC, BFPO 31 on Tel: Hameln Mil 2232 & 

Fax 2232. 

Post Box last clearance Mon-Thurs 1400 hrs, Fri 1300 hrs. 

Regimental administrative Office (RaO) 

The SPS Detachment within 28 Engineer Regiment provides decentralised 

administrative support. This means that your personal and financial administrative 

support is provided primarily at sub-unit level by your Squadron HR Administrators, 

however should they not be available, please feel free to come up to the main 

counter within Regimental Headquarters. 

Arrival 

1. All new arrivals should report to their Squadron Office as soon as possible 

following arrival for your Squadron HR Administrator to complete the necessary 

JPA Arrivals procedures. This will ensure your Local Overseas Allowance (LOA) is 

started correctly and promptly. At the same time you will be able to log on to JPA 

yourself and : 

a. Amend your EC details to reflect your family's move.

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b. Submit any claims you may have as a result of your move, or to clear any JPA 

advance of allowances you may have received. 

c. Seek advice regarding the German banking system. 

d. Arrange your split of net pay to ensure you have sufficient funds both in Germany 

and the UK to meet your separate commitments. 

e. Find out about how to obtain duty-free petrol coupons for your vehicle(s). 

Getting Paid 

2. The RAO operates in the local currency (Euros). Your pay and allowances 

(and charges) will continue to be calculated in pounds sterling. The Ministry of 

Defence has its own currency exchange rate for converting payments into the 

local currency; this is known as the Forces Fixed Rate (FFR) of exchange. The FFR 

remains broadly comparable to commercial rates, however conversions at FFR 

do not attract bank charges. 

3. On arrival, personnel are permitted to obtain Euros by cashing UK cheques in the 

RAO (at the FFR). Individual entitlement to cash UK cheques ceases after 6 weeks 

or when your salary starts to appear in your German account (whichever is the 

sooner). The following should be noted: 

a. Should you choose not to open a German bank account, after 6 weeks you 

must make your own arrangements for funding. 

b. Your cheque encashment is limited to total net pay and allowances earned 

during this 6-week period. 

c. The RAO can only deal in cheques and cannot exchange cash (sterling for 

Euros). Cash exchanges can of course be conducted at a German bank, 

however any exchanges will be at the commercial rate (not FFR) and may 

attract bank charges. It is therefore advisable to ensure you have your UK 

chequebook with you on arrival. 

Tax-Free Shopping in Germany 

4. British Servicemen/women (and their families) assigned to a German unit are 

entitled to purchase certain goods free of German tax (the equivalent of VAT); 

known as mehrwertsteuer (MWST). 28 Engr Regt operates the ‘one stop’ tax free 

shopping system. The process is a very simple one if this procedure is followed: 

a. Having read the Terms and Conditions, the applicant obtains and completes 

and Application Form. The form is countersigned by the authorised sub unit 

representative and is then taken by the individual to the MWST Clk. 

b. The MWST Clk records the details of the individual on the master data base. 

c. An individual wishing to make a tax free purchase obtains a 'one stop' Auftrag 

(Local Purchase Order) from the MWST Clk. Auftrags will be issued on the 

production of a valid ID card. Temporary ID cards are only accepted when 

accompanied by a valid passport. Each Auftrag is valid for one calendar month 

and costs ¤5.00. Each shop requires a separate Auftrag. 

d. Individuals are required to sign for each Auftrag issued and a record of 

issues will be held by the MWST Clk. One Stop Auftrags will not be issued to 

individuals who are within their last two months of their tour. 

e. When obtaining the Auftrag, individuals will provide the details of the payment 

method and will sign to confirm that bills will be placed on mess bills if appropriate. 

A maximum spend limit of ¤1000.00 will be imposed unless prior authority has 

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been obtained from the MWST Clk. In order to do this, personnel will be required 

to provide proof of ability to pay, for example a current bank statement. 

f. The applicant takes the Auftrag to the shop and makes the purchase. All 

shops will require the production of a valid ID card before the purchase is 

made. No payment is made at the time of purchase, but the individual must 

obtain a receipted invoice for the goods. This invoice should be retained by 

the individual in order to confirm the correct amount is paid to the MWST Clk. 

Payment must be made to the MWST Clk within 5 days of purchase in the 

same way as the 2 stop shopping system currently works, although SNCOs and 

above may request that payment is transferred to mess bills. 

g. The MWST Clk receives the invoice from the shop, and the transaction is 

checked against the Auftrag that was issued. The MWST Clk completes the tax 

free form (Abwicklungschein) and sends this, with payment, to the shop. 

h. In the event that an individual fails to pay for their transaction, the debt will be 

passed to the Sqn Fund and the Sqn Fund Manager will have the responsibility 

for chasing debtors in the usual manner, and may request the individuals be 

removed from the one stop shopping scheme. 

5. The MWST Clerk can provide a list of shops on the scheme and any advice 

required. The MWST clerk is situated in the Trident Community Support Centre on 

camp and is open during the following hours: 

Mon 0900-1330 hrs 

Tue 1000-1330 hrs 

Wed 0900-1330 hrs 

Thu 1000-1330 hrs 

Fri Closed for essential administration. 

Travel 

6. School Children’s Visits. Dependant children who attend school in the UK may 

be granted 3 return flights (or 6 single flights) per year, to spend school holidays 

with their parents at the duty station. Visiting periods must be a minimum of 7 

days. This is reduced to 1 return trip for dependants who are over 19 yrs of age. 

Further advice, eligibility and application forms can be obtained on request. 

7. Concessionary Fares. Service personnel, attached civilians and their families 

are eligible for concessionary fares with British Airways and British Midland 

International. It is wise however to ‘shop around’ as cheaper alternatives can often 

be found through local travel agents. 

8. Fuel Coupons. Tax free fuel coupons are available to purchase within the Trident 

Community Support Centre, for those that are entitled and have completed the 

appropriate BFG procedures for their vehicles. The office is open during the 

following hours: 

Mon 0900-1300 hrs 

Tues 1000-1300 hrs 

Wed 0900-1300 hrs 

Thu 1000-1300 hrs 

Fri 0900-1300 hrs 

RAO Charter 

9. The RAO 28 Engineer Regiment has, in accordance with the Commanding 

Officer’s policy, a Charter by which it is bound. The full contents of this Charter

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are available for perusal within the RAO. If at any stage throughout your 

assignment you feel that you have not received the correct or appropriate advice or 

service as promised in this Charter, please bring this to the attention of the RAO or 

RAWO who will investigate your complaint. 

10. Finally, we wish you good luck with your move and if you require any specific 

questions to be answered prior to your arrival please do not hesitate to get in touch. 

E-Bike / Pedelecs 

Mountain Bikes 

Racing/Triathlon 

Bikes 

City/Trekking Bikes 

BMX Bikes 

Children’s Bicycles 

Outdoor Clothing 

Berliner Platz 1 A • Hameln 

Tel. 05151- 53383 • Fax: 05151- 53373 

Please visit our online shop www.bunnyhop.de 

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bunny hop says THANK YOU 

Again we would like to thank all 

our customers for their loyalty in 

the past years. 

We will continue to be your 

partner in all cycling matters. 

Thank you. (Your bunny hop team) 

Opening hours: 

Mon-Fri 10.00 - 13.00 hrs 

14.00 - 18.00 hrs 

Saturday 10.00 - 13.30 hrs 

EST. 

South American Steak House 1995 

Steaks Cocktails Ribs Salads Dips ... 

Enjoy the Best! 

Menu complete in English 

Royal Angus - Best Beef in the World 

First class Beef from Argentina grilled on a Lava-Grill 

served with our 3 delicious homemade Steaksauces, 

Spare Ribs and Chickenlegs - ALL You can eat -, 

Turkey Steaks, fresh Salads, delicious Pan-meals, 

Prawns, Super-Hamburger, Soups, 

TEX-MEX, Corncobs, Tacos ... 

For your Party we offer you our 

South American Buffet up to 120 Pers. 

Wednesday to Sunday from 6:00 p.m., Pyrmonter Str. 12, 31789 Hameln 

www.steaks-hameln.de Fax 0 51 51 / 96 41 25 sash-1@t-online.de


German Shops, NaaFI, SSVC 

German Shops 

There are many good shops in the town, and in particular we draw your attention 

to the advertisement pages of this Guide which form a useful reference, and our 

advertisers will be pleased to give your requirements special attention. In general 

shops are open in Hameln: 

Mon-Fri 0900-1800 hrs (Thu 0900-2000 hrs) 

Sat 0900-1600 hrs 

An outdoor market is held on Wednesday and Saturday mornings until 1300 hrs. 

The large department stores and supermarkets tend to stay open over lunchtime. 

Hairdressers 

German hairdressing establishments do have an appointment system, as in UK, 

however some establishments do offer ‘first come, first served’. As a general rule 

salons are closed on Monday and Saturday afternoons. 

NAAFI/Neighbourhood Store, Hameln 

The main shop is situated adjacent to the quarters in Jahn Strasse, stocking a 

reasonably wide selection of grocery items, perfumes and cosmetics and incorporates 

an instore bakery with hot food counter, kitchen goods and gifts. 

Opening times are: 

Mon-Fri 0800-1900 hrs Sat 0900-1900 hrs Sun 1000-1600 hrs 

Telephone: 05151 951020 

NAAFI Afferde 

Opening times Sun 1100-1300 hrs Mon-Fri 1000-1400 hrs 

Telephone 05151 560297 

NAAFI families 

Mon-Fri 0800-1900 hrs Sat 0900-1900 hrs Sun 1000-1600 hrs 

Gordon Express 

Situated on Gordon Barracks 

Opening times: Sun-Fri 0800-2100 hrs Sat 1000-1800 hrs 

Junior Ranks Club 

Single and unaccompanied servicemen are provided a club, in Gordon Barracks. 

Each has a well stocked services shop open to all ranks and families 

JRC Diner 1900-2230 hrs Sun-Sat. 

They also have a video rental library and a new Coffee Forum and take-away 

restaurant facility. There is a 24 hr vending machine selling milk, drinks and snacks. 

Access at the rear of the NAAFI opposite the Garrison Church. 

NAAFI MAX 

There is a large NAAFI shopping complex at Sennelager which carries a wider range 

of goods particularly durables, including an audio visual centre. 

Station NAAFI Customer Relations Committee 

This committee, chaired by the HCSO Hameln, meets every four months and consists 

of the NAAFI district manager, local shop managers and representatives from units and

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areas within the Station. Anyone is welcome to submit a point of general interest or 

a question on policy but please remember that in most cases a specific complaint or 

suggestion is best dealt with by raising it with the manager or his deputy at the time. 

Also in Gordon Bks the NAAFI JRC is a welcoming bar with live football and all major 

sporting events on the big screen TV. The diner is evenings for hot food and snacks. Do 

call in or phone if you’re looking for full or part-time work, we’d love to have you on 

board. 

Tel: 05151 7871077. 

SSVC 

The Service Sound and Vision Corporation is a registered charity set up to 

entertain and inform Britain’s Armed Forces around the world. 

Our work makes a considerable contribution to the maintenance of the efficiency and 

morale of the three Services. Our activities are carried out directly for the Ministry of 

Defence and any profits are donated towards Forces’ welfare. 

The activities carried out by SSVC are Retail, BFBS Radio, BFBS Television, Live 

Entertainment, Cinema and Film Library. 

We have ten SSVC Retail Centres throughout Germany where we sell home 

entertainment equipment and other household white goods at very competitive prices 

with a high level of customer service. 

Within Hameln Garrison the following details will help you with any general queries 

regarding products we sell and further services which we can help with: 

SSVC Retail Centre, Block 10, Gordon Barracks, Hameln, BFPO 31 

Tel No: / Fax: 05151 959378 

Please do not hesitate to give us a call as we are here to help. 

amenities and Clubs 

Thrift Shop 

Situated in Block 10, Gordon Barracks 

Opening times: Tuesday and Wednesday 1000-1300 hrs, Thursday 1000-1400 hrs. 

Quality second-hand clothing and goods. 

We will attempt to sell your unwanted items, provided that they are in excellent condition. 

After two months at full price, items are reduced to half price for a further month. Any goods 

not sold or collected back after this period shall be donated to charity. Customers can bring 

in 10 items a week. A 20% surcharge for Station Funds is added when pricing items. 

Do pay us a visit – you might just find that bargain. 

Hameln Community Centre 

Hameln Community Centre (Village Hall) is available for Unit/Squadron functions, 

wedding receptions, barbecues, etc. For further information ring Hameln Mil Ext 2486. 

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Station Facilities 

28 ENGR REGT PRI SHOP 

The 28 Engr Regt PRI Shop is situated in Block 10, Gordon Barracks. The shop is run 

for the Sappers, all profits are put back into the Regimental PRI, therefore relies on 

your support to guarantee its existence. The shop can acquire most goods for your 

needs on the best of terms, if we don’t have it in stock it may be possible to order it 

in. The list of items available is too vast to publicise but some that warrant mention 

are: Denby, Tuskers, Jewellery, Colony candles and Plush toys. A wide range of sports 

equipment, military equipment, Oakley glasses, watches, Finesse Jewellery, Polar HRM 

and frames, RE and presentation items. 

The PRI Shop does not offer credit terms, but should be taken advantage of during 

your tour in Hameln. Opening times are: 

Mon, Tue, Wed 0900-1415 hrs Thurs 0900-1400 hrs Fri 0900-1230 hrs 

Tel: Hameln Mil 2200, Civ 05151 917200. 

Hameln Police Post – 110 Pro Coy, 1 Regt, RMP 

Hameln Mil Ext 2223 

Civil 05151 917223 

Hameln, including Afferde, Rinteln and Bückeburg are in the area of responsibility of 

Sennelager Military Police Station, which is manned 24hrs. 

All requests from the military community for police assistance should always be 

made to the RMP in the first instance. Although the RMP do regularly conduct long 

range patrols, due to the distances and response times involved, it may not always 

be practical for a RMP patrol to attend incidents in the Hameln area. Where it is 

assessed that an immediate police response is necessary, the RMP may task another 

agency such as the German Civilian Police (GCP) to attend on their behalf. Any 

subsequent investigation will normally be conducted by the RMP and therefore the 

request for assistance should be made directly to the RMP so that we are fully aware 

of any incidents. 

Hameln Police Post is located in Gordon Barracks. The Police Post is usually manned 

by an RMP SNCO and JNCO during normal working hours, manpower permitting. 

The primary responsibility of the Police Post is the investigation of reported crimes, 

however, patrols are also conducted of the area when other commitments allow. 

The Police Post is also open for advice on any police related matter, inclduing crime 

reduction advice and you are most welcome to telephone or visit the Police Post. 

Hameln Police Post may be unmanned during normal working hours if the RMP 

NCO is attending an incident, conducting investigations or on patrol. Out of 

normal working hours, and when unmanned during working hours, all calls to 

Hameln Police Post are automatically diverted to Sennelager Military Police Station. 

Employment in Hameln/Rinteln area 

Paderborn Garrison Labour Support Unit (GLSU) Hameln Office has a recruiting 

office in Block 10, Gordon Barrack. The office deals with all aspects of recruiting for 

various units, branches and organisations within Hameln Station. The opening hours 

are Mon to Thur 0900 to 1500 hrs. Friday closed. The telephone number is Hameln 

Mil: 2242 or Civillian 05151-917242. Current vacancies and application forms can 

be found under www.lec.support.bfgnet.de


There may be vacancies for dependants in the following employment groups: 

Clerical (IT, Clerk/Typists, Receptionists etc) or Industrial (Cleaners, Labourers etc). 

Dependants looking for work should register with the Recruiting Office as soon as 

they arrive in Station. References will be required. 

Karlstr. 2 

Berliner Platz 


Tel. 05151/1 44 07 

Fax. 05151/1 44 03 

www.orthopaedie-beck.de 

MODERN ORTHOPEDICS SHOE TECHNOLOGY 

■ Comfortable fashionable shoes, 

also for insoles 

■ Foot-contoured children’s shoes 

■ Arch supports made to measure and 

from plaster casts 

■ Alterations to ready-made shoes 

■ Orthopedic made to measure shoes 

■ Shoe repairs 

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Opening Times: 

Mon - Sat from 

12.00 - 14.30 hrs and 17.30 - 23.00 hrs 

Sunday 17.00 - 23.00 hrs 

Argentinian Steaks from 

Lava Stone Grill 

With Garden Terrace 

Low price lunch 

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Living in Germany 

and Hameln Station 

The Pied Piper Legend 

In 1284, so the story goes, the town of Hameln was overrun by a plague of rats who 

threatened the very existence of all those living in the little riverside town. One day a 

tall thin man dressed in a flowing robe of many colours entered the town and hearing 

of the plague approached the Mayor and said he could rid the town of the rats. On 

hearing this the townsfolk and the town officials were overjoyed and promised him a 

large reward if he could indeed remove the plague. 

Immediately, the stranger took out a pipe and began to play a haunting melody. The 

effect was startling as rats of all ages, sizes and colours came pouring out of the 

houses and followed the Pied Piper. Out of the town he led them to the very banks 

of the Weser wherein they all plunged and were drowned. Returning to the town he 

demanded his reward from the Mayor. The townsfolk and officials were all too busy 

celebrating the departure of the rats to listen to the Piper and he was sent away after a 

few short sharp words from the Mayor. 

Full of bitterness the Pied Piper left the town to consider his next move. 

A short time later, during the autumn, he returned, dressed in more sombre clothes 

and wearing a red huntsman’s hat. Once more he demanded his reward but his 

request was rejected. 

Taking out his flute another haunting melody floated through the narrow streets of 

the town. At his call all the children over four years old came running and skipping to 

follow him as he walked through the town, over the bridge and into a cave in a hill, 

wherein they all disappeared. 

Of all the children who crossed the river only two returned; one was blind and 

couldn’t point out the cave and the other a mute so could not tell the story. A third 

child had returned for his coat and thus did not cross the river. 

In all some 130 children disappeared, some say to reappear later in Transylvania. 

The Piper had indeed had his revenge on an ungrateful town. 

The play is re-enacted every Sunday at 12 noon between May and September in 

the Pferdemarkt. 

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Security and Crime 

Prevention 

General Security 

All must accept that a security problem exists, and common sense dictates that 

everyone must consider the following general security measures to reduce the risk 

of further incidents. Above all, everyone must be alert, vigilant and suspicious, as 

much for their neighbours and others as for themselves. These measures for personal 

security are equally valid as normal anti-criminal measures to safeguard property. 

Special attention should be paid to those times when you are most vulnerable: when 

answering the door at your home, when preparing to drive off in your car, or at other 

times when your movements can be anticipated. 

Doors and Windows 

Do not answer the door automatically; try to check who is there by observing through 

an adjacent window or peephole, or by using a door chain. If suspicious of any caller, 

do not open the door. As a routine, before retiring each night and before leaving 

home, make certain that all doors are made secure with locks and bolts, and that any 

possible access windows are locked. After dark keep curtains or blinds closed. 

Lights 

If you go out at night prepare for your return before leaving. Turn on outside 

approach lights and leave on at least one light in the house. 

Keys 

Keep a strict check on your house and door keys. Never leave a key under the mat, in 

the mail box or in other obvious hiding places. It is better to give each adult member 

of the household a key of his own. 

Mail 

Be suspicious of unexpected, unfamiliar and bulky mail and if you are not satisfied 

leave it alone and contact the service police. 

Telephone 

Site your telephone, if you have one, in such a position that you cannot be observed 

using it through windows or doors, particularly the front door. Emergency numbers 

should be listed near your telephone. 

Workmen 

Arrange fixed times for workmen to call and even then be suspicious, check the 

identity or authority, and never leave them alone in the house. 

Garden and Garage 

Garages, outhouses and garden sheds should be kept locked when not in use. Check 

doors and windows of your garage first thing in the morning for signs of forced entry. 

Bushes blocking the view, especially close to the house, should be trimmed sufficiently 

to make it more difficult for an intruder to operate. A clear tidy area is a help to 

identifying unusual or suspicious objects.


Cars 

Check your car before entering for signs of tampering or booby traps. Always look 

underneath. When leaving your car, close windows, lock doors and boot, secure 

bonnet and lock petrol filler cap if possible. Lock in garage if available. 

Holidays 

Inform your neighbours, and also ask service police to keep your home under routine 

observation when you go on holiday, or when you are away for any prolonged period 

of absence. On return, check for signs of forced entry. Don’t forget to advise the 

service police of your return. 

Reporting 

Do not hesitate to advise service police or your nearest unit of any suspicious person, 

vehicle or incident near your mess or home. In this connection, remember that the 

registration number and description of a vehicle may be easier to obtain and more 

helpful than a personal description. Reporting the unusual gives security specialists the 

chance to judge its significance. 

Incidents 

Should any incident occur in which you become involved, do not touch or tamper with 

any residual evidence. This will be vital in any investigation; indeed, forensic evidence 

may be the only way of bringing the perpetrators to justice. 

Conclusions 

One of the main aims of terrorists is to disenchant the population by maximum disruption 

to one’s normal way of life. By applying this advice you beat them hands down. 

The Threat – What you can do to help yourself 

Terrorists will continue to be a threat to us in BFG for the forseeable future. Whilst 

security staffs are doing all they can to maintain a high degree of security at our 

units, you must understand that elsewhere you are primarily responsible for your own 

security and that of your family. These paragraphs are issued to help you. Read them 

and, if you have a family, make sure they read and understand it. Apply the measures; 

some may be irksome but they have all been carefully considered for your safety. 

The Alert States 

The first thing for you to understand is the British Forces Germany Alert States. 

Keen Wind Grey. This is the standard threat level. It applies when there is a general 

but unpredictable threat of terrorist activity. 

Keen Wind Black. This level applies when the likelihood of terrorist activity against 

BFG has increased and becomes more specific. 

Keen Wind amber. This level applies when intelligence indicates that a terrorist 

attack against BFG is an imminent possibility, although the target area is unknown. 

Keen Wind Red. This level applies in the immediate area where a terrorist attack 

has occurred or when intelligence indicates that terrorist action against a specific 

location is imminent. 

Security Awareness 

Develop your personal security awareness. Pay attention to security information given to 

you by your unit and act on it. Ask your security officer for advice if in doubt. Make sure

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you know the security drills applicable to you. Report any losses of uniform, identity 

documents or vehicle registration plates immediately: terrorists may use them to get 

into our installations. Cooperate with the service police when they search your car or 

are investigating an incident; it means less inconvenience for us all in the long run. 

At Home 

Paying attention to the security of your quarter has a double advantage: it helps 

deter the terrorist as well as the burglar. Therefore: 

• Secure all doors and windows at night and when you go out. Leave a room 

light on when you go out for the evening. Keep your garage locked. 

• Periodically check the area around your quarter and the garden. If possible 

move the dustbin and other containers away from the building when the Alert 

State is at Keen Wind Black or higher. 

• Draw the curtains before you put on a light. 

• Use the safety chain, if fitted, when opening the door to unknown persons. 

Check the identity of workmen before admitting them (official job sheet, identity 

card). Refuse entry if you are suspicious and call the service police. 

• Ask for the lock to be changed if you lose a house key. 

• Keep in touch with your neighbours; perhaps they know the explanation to a 

suspicious incident, perhaps they have seen something suspicious too. 

• Be alert for suspicious letters and packages delivered to your quarter. 

Remember, they may explode. So look for unfamiliar writing or postmarks, 

excessive weight for the size or uneven balance, greasy stains on the wrapping 

or a smell of marzipan/almonds. If in doubt place the letter or package on a 

flat surface, clear the area and call the service police. Do not bend, open or 

place in water. 

• Tell the service police if you are taking leave and your quarter will be vacant. 

Leave a key with a neighbour and tell the police to whom you have given it. 

Travelling by Car and by Service Transport 

Here again, paying attention to the security of your car and belongings will help 

deter the terrorist and the thief. Therefore: 

• Never leave your car unlocked; remember boot lock. Activate alarm, if fitted. 

• Don’t leave your car keys unattended. 

• Don’t display military stickers and badges; these attract attention to your 

car even though it is identifiable by its BFG registration. If you have a parking 

permit, remove it outside barracks. These items may link your car with a particular 

unit or location. 

• During Keen Wind Black and higher Alert States inspect your car, particularly 

around the wheels and underneath, before driving off. Look especially for 

trailing wires and packages you can’t identify. 

• When using service travel facilities don’t leave luggage unattended; it causes 

others trouble. 

• Don’t take other people’s luggage or packages with you unless you have 

personally checked them.


Off Duty 

When you are off duty and out of barracks or off-station: 

• Try to avoid gathering in large numbers at discos, bars and restaurants frequented 

by military personnel. Look out for unattended packages and bags. If you see 

something suspicious tell the management, do not touch it. Leave immediately if 

the management do not deal satisfactorily with the situation. Nominate one of your 

group to keep watch (Sharkwatch). 

• Don’t wear clothing off duty which advertises your membership of BFG. Keep a 

low profile . 

Report Suspicious Incidents 

Help combat terrorism by reporting suspicious incidents quickly, fully and 

accurately. Make a note on Page 1 of this Guide of the contact telephone 

numbers, and you will have them when you need them. Terrorists usually like to 

study a target before they attack, so if you see anyone suspicious, report them to 

the service police; do carry a pen or pencil with you and write down a description 

of them and their car immediately. 

If you receive an unexpected or threatening telephone call, try to remember the details 

as clearly as you can. The call may be real or it may be a hoax. In either case report it 

to your service police at once. 

Descriptions 

• When describing suspicious people try to give the following information: Sex. Age. 

Height (compare with yourself). Build. Face (shape and complexion), mouth, nose, 

ears. Hair, including any beard or moustache (colour and style). Speech, accent. 

Habits, mannerisms, dress. 

• You may only get a quick glimpse of a suspect vehicle, but try to give the following 

information in order of priority: 

Registration. Colour. Type of body. Make and model. Condition of bodywork. Number 

and description of occupants. 

• Practise describing people/ cars you know; it can be a family game on a journey. 

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Local Bye Laws & Regulations 

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do”. This saying applies to all of us living in 

Germany. Although to many of us Germany is almost like “home”, it is still a foreign 

country and we need to respect its laws and customs. The following information is 

aimed at helping you to have a trouble free stay in the Federal Republic. 

Identification 

Identity documents must be carried by everyone over the age of 8 at all times. 

Roads and Public Places 

Generally it is no longer forbidden to walk on the grass (i.e. you may walk, sit and lie 

on the grass areas in the Burgergarten), however flower beds and plantations are still 

protected areas. It is also forbidden to wash or bathe in public fountains. 

Dogs are not allowed in the Bürgergarten or in children’s playgrounds. In other 

public areas dogs must be kept on a short lead, and the same applies in pedestrian 

zones. Dogs which might bite must wear a muzzle. 

It is forbidden to ride bicycles in public parks, and ball games are only allowed where 

notices permit. 

Protection Against Noise, Dust and Smell 

It is forbidden to beat out articles, shake out dusters or brush dust into the street. 

Beating of carpets, mattresses and upholstery is only allowed at specific times: 

Mondays to Fridays from 0800-1200 & 1600-1900 hrs 

Saturdays from 0900-1300 hrs 

These activities are forbidden on Sundays and Public Holidays. 

Motor mowers are not allowed on Sundays or Public Holidays; they are restricted to 

the following times: 

Mondays to Fridays from 0800-1300 & 1500-1900 hrs 

Saturdays from 0900-1300 & 1500-1700 hrs 

Pets and domestic animals must be kept in such a way that neighbours are not 

disturbed by noise or smell. Dangerous dogs are to wear a muzzle when they are 

outside in any public areas. 

Any noise which disturbs the peace between 2200 and 0700 hrs is forbidden and 

daytime noise should be kept to a minimum. Whenever loudspeakers, radios, 

musical instruments, etc are used, the noise should be regulated so as not to disturb 

other people. 

The burning of garden rubbish is not allowed. 

Noise 

Despite some evidence to the contrary, the Germans take very seriously the 

observance of the so called ‘quiet times’. 

• Sundays and Public Holidays 

• On workdays (Mon-Sat) 1300-1500 hrs and 2200-0600 hrs 

• In addition on Saturdays, the time from 2000-2200 hrs 

The following activities are not permitted: 

• The use of powered garden tools eg. mowers, hedge trimmers, shredders etc. 

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• The use of power tool for hammering, sawing, planing, sanding etc. 

• The beating of carpets, upholstery or mattresses. 

• Playing music loudly (above 45db) 

• Any other noisy activity eg. shouting, arguing, parties, tuning engines etc. 

Washing 

Washing is not to be hung outside on Public Holidays. In flats it is not permitted to 

hang washing which shows above the balcony railing. 

Pavements 

Householders are responsible for keeping pavements, cycle tracks and parking areas 

adjoining their property clean at all times. This includes sweeping, clearing rubbish, 

weeding and clearing leaves in Autumn. 

Garden Waste 

Garden waste (grass, hedge cuttings, weeds etc) can be disposed of in the ‘Bio-Bin’ 

(green lid) provided by the Stadt and emptied fortnightly or, if too bulky, by taking it to 

the Stadt compost facility (directions available from the Service Liaison Office/HCSO). 

Burning of garden waste is not permitted. 

Snow Clearing 

Householders are required to clear snow from all pavements, cycle tracks and 

footpaths adjoining their property by 0700 hrs and shortly after snowfall ceases 

during daylight hours. (Technically the use of salt is banned, but the Stadt will turn a 

blind eye to discreet use of limited quantities). 

Cars 

The washing of cars is not permitted on public roads. This includes quarter driveways, 

parking areas or garage entrances. Cars are not to be parked on grassed areas. 

Only very basic car maintenance is permitted on public roads. Oil changing is strictly 

forbidden and oil is not to be disposed of in the drainage system nor by pouring it 

onto the soil. Very heavy fines are due if you are caught contravening this law. Cars 

should always be parked in the direction of the flow of traffic. 

Caravans and Mobile Homes 

It is not permitted to park caravans or mobile homes on open-plan grassed areas, 

gardens, driveways or on roads in front of quarters, except for half a day when 

loading or unloading. Anyone wanting to live or sleep in caravan or mobile home 

within the area of Stadt Hameln must have a licence to do so issued by the Stadt 

authorities (Ordnungsamt). 

Bottle Banks 

Due to the noise associated with them, bottle banks may only be used on workdays 

from 0800-1300 and 1500-1900 hrs. They are not to be used on Sundays and 

Public Holidays. 

Pets & Domestic Animals 

Pets and domestic animals are to be kept in such a way that neighbours are not 

disturbed by noise or smell. Dogs are to be registered through the HCSO who can 

advise on the legislation specific to these animals. The soiling of public areas by dogs 

is forbidden. 

Owners are legally required to remove any droppings deposited by their dog.

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Children – Liability for their actions 

In most cases, parents in Germany are responsible for the actions of their children. To 

avoid possible expensive claims it is worth considering taking out insurance, known in 

Germany as ‘Haftpflichtversicherung’. This is readily available at low cost. 

Children – Play Areas 

Designated children’s play areas are for children under 14 years of age. Play areas 

are not to be used after dusk. Pets and bicycles are not allowed inside play areas. 

Ball games are only permitted in areas authorised for such games (‘Bolzplatz’). 

Children – Bicycles 

Before they are allowed to ride on the road, children must know and understand the 

German Highway Code and the bicycle must comply with German Law. It is not legal 

to ride a bicyle on a pavement unless it is signed for such use. Children up to the 

age of 8 years old are permitted to ride on pavements. Cycle paths are to be used if 

available but travelling ONLY in the direction of traffic flow. 

Barbecues 

Barbecue cooking or grilling is not permitted on the balconies of flats. 

Obstacles to Traffic and Pedestrians 

Objects (eg. barbed wire, sharp edges, sticks etc) which could pose a threat to 

the safety of traffic, pedestrians or domestic animals are forbidden on streets or 

adjoining property. This applies especially to branches, hedges and roots which 

could extend over or into public rights of way. Householders are responsible for 

ensuring that the adjoining pavements, footpaths and cycle paths are kept free of 

all such obstacles. Similarly, road signs, street lights, fire hydrants and the like are 

to be kept free at all times. 

Further Advice 

If any of the above information is unclear, further advice may be obtained from 

your Housing and Estate Manager or from the Services Liaison Office on Hameln 

Military 2209. 

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Veterinary Practice 

(English spoken) 

Dr. Susanne Graze 

Breslauer Str. 2 

31789 Hameln-Afferde 

Tel: 05151 - 10 02 70 

Appointment hours: 

Mon - Fri 10.00 - 11.00 hrs 

16.00 - 18.00 hrs 

Wed 10.00 - 11.00 hrs 

18.00 - 20.00 hrs 

also by appointment


animals and Pets 

Official Permission 

Permission to keep domestic pets must be obtained from the Housing & Community 

Support Office Hameln prior to the family arriving in theatre. The location and type of 

quarter allocated will determine whether permission is granted. Likewise, strict quotas 

of pets are monitored so as not to allow too many pets in one particular area. 

The Dangerous Dogs Act also means that some dogs may no longer be imported into 

Germany. In Lower Saxony, any dog may also be classified as ‘Dangerous’ (Category 

3) and therefore subject to certain restrictions. All animals must be microchipped and 

correctly inoculated against Rabies, and are to have a blood test prior to arriving 

in theatre. Please note that owners must wait six months after the blood test before 

taking the animal back into the UK. 

From July 2004, all animals travelling through Europe have been required to have the 

European Pet Passport, although this has not altered the requirements of the UK Pet 

Travel Scheme, which remain in force. 

Those contemplating bringing animals into Germany must contact the HCSO Hameln 

Ext. 2207, who will, if permission is granted, advise on the general procedure. 

Control of dogs 

All dogs must be kept on the lead between 1 April and 15 July. At other times dogs 

must always be kept under control, and any dog suspected of worrying game or farm 

animals is liable to be shot. 

Veterinary Surgeons (Tierärzte) 

Most German vets are good but some do not always speak English. Look in the local 

telephone directory under Tierärzte. Alternatively, the HCSO office can provide a list 

of local vets. 

Animals to UK 

For information, phone the PETS Helpline 0870 2411710 (Monday to Friday 

0830-1700 hrs UK time). Alternatively, check the DEFRA website (www.defra.gov. 

uk), or email pets.helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk (enclosing postal address and daytime 

telephone number). 

Bye-Laws and Regulations 

NAAFI Shopping Permits 

NAAFI permits may be obtained through Unit Welfare Offices and are accountable 

documents; their loss should be reported immediately. 

Cards are required when purchasing controlled items, i.e. Coffee, Cigarettes, 

Whisky or Gin. 

Identity Cards and Passports 

Family Identity Cards for wives and children aged 8 years and over are provided by 

HQ UKSC(G). Application for these cards is made through the Unit Families Office. 

Photographs for Family Identity Cards are provided at public expense through the Unit 

Welfare Office. A ‘Dependants Status Stamp’ should be inserted in each passport. 

This should be done before the family arrive in Germany, by the Joint Services Travel 

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Centre in London. However, in certain circumstances, it can be arranged by the 

husband’s unit. 

BFG Regulations for Private Vehicles 

All drivers and car/caravan/trailer owners must acquaint themselves with current 

regulations applicable to the Federal Republic of Germany: BA(G) Standing Order 

No 3213, held by all units, are explicit. 

Used vehicles purchased locally must not be driven until registered through the BFG 

Licensing Office. 

Vehicles imported into Germany which are currently registered with some other 

licensing authority may be used for a period not exceeding thirty calendar days in 

which to initially register your vehicle. You must also pass a German Highway Code 

test before you are issued with a BFG driving permit. 

A UK driving licence is only valid for one calendar month from date of arrival in BFG, 

after which a BFG driving permit is mandatory. 

More information about motoring can be found a little further on in this guide 

under “Driving”. 

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Responsible drinking in a social context is a well-established and recognised element 

of the British Army’s culture of group bonding. However alcohol misuse can lead 

to all sorts of problems, professionally, personally and domestically. The effects of 

excessive drinking are severe. Not only does it impair judgement, endanger health 

and degrade performance; it is a major cause of ill discipline. It generates a loss of 

self-control, which can lead to unacceptable behaviour such as criminal violence, 

risky sexual activity, misuse of drugs or just acting like a complete prat! Personnel 

under the influence of alcohol or suffering from a hangover cannot be relied upon 

to perform their duties competently. This is why the Army cannot tolerate excessive 

drinking. Help will be offered to those genuinely willing to reform, but those who 

persist in excessive drinking and do not respond to rehabilitation will be considered 

for discharge. 

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Driving 

Useful Information 

Vehicles 

Any vehicle imported into Germany must be British Forces registered within thirty days 

of its arrival. The term ‘vehicle’ includes caravans, trailers and power two-wheelers, 

owned by any member of the family entitled to BFG facilities. Caravans and trailers are 

registered separately from the towing vehicle and require their own registration number. 

Unregistered vehicles may only be parked in Barracks, not in MQ areas. 

You may not buy concessionary petrol coupons until you have possession of a BFG 

Registration Card. 

Roadworthiness 

All BFG vehicles are to have a roadworthiness inspection 3 years from the date of 

it having first been taken into use on public roads, irrespective of the country of 

its original registration, and thereafter annually, except that trailers not of quantity 

produced pattern, or trailers and vehicles constructed from kits or parts, irrespective 

of age, are to be roadworthiness inspected before initial BFG registration. These 

inspections are conducted at your unit BFG testing centre. Tel: 917225. 

Lighting Checks 

UK pattern headlights or headlight adaptors are not to be used on BFG vehicles. All 

personnel applying for initial BFG registration are to have the lights of their vehicle 

checked within 14 days of arrival in a unit. Brand new vehicles must have a light test 

within 30 days of initial registration. 

Driving Licence 

You may drive a private motor vehicle using a full UK driving licence for a period of 

one calendar month from the date of your arrival in Germany. In that period you must 

take a test on German Traffic Law (the Matrix Test) in your unit BFG office. The only 

way to pass is to study, thoroughly, The Manual for Road Users in Germany, Belgium 

and Holland prior to taking the test. You must then apply through your unit BFG office 

to HQ UKSC(G) for a BFG driving permit. Dependants can only do a UK Theory Test 

in Germany through authorised AELs (our nearest is Herford). No driving tests can be 

given to dependants. 

Legal Requirements 

You must always carry: 

a. Proof of Insurance. 

b. Identity Card. 

c. BFG Driving Permit. 

d. Vehicle Registration Card. 

Your car must always contain: 

a. First Aid Kit – up to German standards. 

b. Safety Belts for the driver and all passengers. All people in the vehicle both front 

and rear must wear seat belts by law.


c. Warning Triangle. 

d. 4-Way Flashers (Hazard Lights). These are not ‘carried’ but are compulsory for 

the BFG test. 

Legal points can be clarified by the Army Legal Services, RMP or the Master Driver, all 

of whom are in the Military telephone directory. 

Drinking and Driving 

Drinking and driving is considered a very serious offence by both the military and 

civil authorities. You may be prosecuted for driving in Germany with relatively small 

amounts of alcohol in your bloodstream. The consequences are very expensive. 

Most messes and clubs provide transport to and from functions. You are advised to 

use it or use a taxi. 

Purchasing a New or Used Car 

The threat of a terrorist attack in BFG is ever present and one way to help protect 

yourself and your family is to drive a left hand drive car, which is issued with German 

registration plates. The following options for left hand drive cars are open to you: (a) 

Buy a tax free left hand drive car in UK prior to posting from one of the many export 

car sales firms. (b) Before coming to Germany sell your right hand drive car, travel out 

by the Service Movement System, buy a left hand drive car from a German dealer. 

Returning to UK at the End of Your Tour 

Prior to your posting back to UK, HM Customs and Excise have allowed BFG 

personnel a tax concession by waiving the 12 month overseas ownership rule. You 

may now order your new or second hand right hand drive car in the last few weeks of 

your tour for import into the UK tax free. (You will still have to own the car for 1 year 

in the UK before selling it tax free.) 

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Warning to Soldiers Posted to Germany 

As an anti theft device several UK vehicle manufacturers are now etching vehicle 

registration numbers onto new vehicle windows and windscreens. Such a device 

does, however, present terrorists with a means to indicate the vehicle is owned by a 

member of HM Forces because when the vehicle is re-registered in Germany by the 

BFG Licensing Office, the new number will differ from the original numbers etched 

on the windows. Such a discrepancy could assist terrorists identify vehicles owned by 

members of HM Forces. 

You are advised to instruct your dealer that the vehicle you import into Germany 

does not have the UK registration etched on the windows. You could arrange 

to have the chassis number etched on the windows which will enhance security 

without risk to the owner. 

Road Safety 

Under German Law each road user – pedestrian or on two or more wheels, has an 

obligation to other road users for road safety. To avoid falling foul of German Law, 

seek advice from your unit Road Safety Officer. He will be pleased to advise. 

Learning to Drive 

The legal requirements involved in learning to drive, or teaching someone else to 

drive, on the BFG net, can sometimes seem daunting. Good advice can be obtained 

from the local Master Driver on all aspects of BFG driving permits, driving instruction,

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driver testing and vehicle registration. Dependants must go to UK to learn to drive. 

There are no facilities to teach dependants here in Germany. 

Insurance 

An International Green Card is required. Check with your unit BFG Officer for the 

names of insurance companies acceptable to the BFG Office. 

Petrol Coupons 

Petrol coupons are purchased by you for your car/motorcycle and your use from 

the PRI Shop. The vehicle registration card must be produced. The coupons must be 

completely legible and must not be lent to anyone else; neither is it legal for you to 

use other persons’ coupons. You must only use your coupons to buy petrol/diesel. 

Useful Reading 

The British Forces Guide to Motoring in Europe is available to all service personnel, 

free of charge. This useful book gives advice on regulations, speed limits, emergency 

contacts, towing, licences, etc. Check with your Divisional Master Driver’s office if 

you have not received your free copy. 

The Law 

You are subject to both German Law, via the German Civil Police (GCP), and 

Military Law, through your superiors and the RMP. The GCP have the power to 

stop and fine you on the spot for minor traffic offences. If you do not have the 

cash you will be given one week to pay. The GCP will prosecute through the 

German Civil Courts in serious cases. 

Bus Services 

Air Trooping 

Air Trooping buses to Munster/ Osnabrück via Detmold and Bielefeld depart from 

Gordon Barracks at 1335 hrs on Fridays (55 seater) and the return bus departs at 

1815 hrs. 

Air Trooping buses to Paderborn depart from Gordon Barracks at 0915 hours on 

Sundays and the return bus departs at 1915 hrs. This bus also goes by Detmold, but 

not Bielefeld. 

NAAFI/Medical Centre 

NAAFI buses run daily from Afferde 

Depart Afferde at 0935 hrs, arrive – Gordon Barracks. 

Depart Gordon Barracks 1135 hrs, arrive – Afferde. 

Youth Club 

Youth Club transport is provided on the nights when the club is open. Please contact 

the Youth Club Leader for details on Hameln Mil 2455 or 2494. 

Travel Centres 

Forces Travel, Block 10, Gordon Barracks and is open 

Mon-Thurs 0900-1600 hrs Fri 0900-1400 hrs. Tel: 05151 959230. 

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Local Places of Interest 

Day Trips by Car 

(Places marked * can also be visited by bus and on foot) 

Hildesheim. Interesting church. 

Schloss Marienburg. Well worth a visit; standing high up on the north of Route 1 on 

the way to Hildesheim. 

* Springe. Saupark. An extensive nature reserve fenced to contain wild pig, deer and 

moufflon, with a special sanctuary Wisentgehege for the rare European bison. 

Hannover. Landesmuseum – big museum. Maschesee – boating. Airport. 

Herrenhausen – King George I used to live in this impressive house. Steinhuder Meer 

– beautiful natural lake. 

Harz Mountains. A superb range of mountains, worth a visit in any season. 

Kleine Schweiz. A slice of Switzerland on the east bank of the Weser, near Ruhle, a 

village south of – 

*Bodenwerder. The birthplace of Baron von Munchhausen, King among liars, whose 

house is still preserved and open to the public. Bodenwerder is a picturesque town, 

a perfect centre for a holiday with its many walks and rail and bus connections from 

Hameln. A pleasant steamer run during the season. South towards Höxter you reach – 

Corvey. Famous for its church facade and museum. 

Scharfoldendorf. A gliding club and aircraft cafe. 

Fuerstenberg. Famous for pottery. Weenzen Lakes. An area of well laid out 

nature walks. 

Detmold. Westfalischer Freilichts Museum. An open air museum of old country 

houses from North Germany, reconstructed as a village. 

Hermann’s Denkmal/Externstein. South-west of Detmold. Hermann’s Denkmal is a 

monument high on a hill and the Externstein are an historically significant outcrop of 

rocks, a mile or so away from the monument. Close by is a falconry and Vogel park. 

Hollywood Park Stukenbrock. Slightly further west of Detmold, a wonderful day 

out for the whole family can be had at this unique combination of amusement and 

safari park. There are numerous attractions for all age groups. The Park is on the B68 

roughly midway between Bielefeld and Paderborn. 

Hameln. The Info Centre near Hameln Park provides free information on guided 

tours of the old town, the museum in Osterstrasse, ferry trips, and the story of the Pied 

Piper which is re-enacted from May to September every Sunday. 

Kloster Fishbeck. An abbey 10 km west of Hameln. 

*Schloss Bückeburg. Perhaps the most noteworthy historical building in the area 

of the town of Bückeburg. Once the residence of the Count of Bückeburg; open to 

the public on certain days and contains a good collection of paintings. The town of 

Bückeburg still preserves its own distinctive form of national dress. Germany’s only 

helicopter museum is also here. 

*Schloss Schaumburg. Standing high up on the north of the road above Bückeburg 

with a fine view of the Weser Valley. This castle was built about 1100 by the Count of

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Schaumburg and completed in 1390. Off the Hessisch-Oldendorf road, or by rail 

the Rinteln/Lohne train to Schaumburg. 

Bad Pyrmont. A well known spa with a fine park. 

Schwalenberg. Walk up the hill to admire the view. The village boasts of its old 

decoratively carved wooden-framed houses. 

Koterberg. At 427m above sea level, the highest point in the Weser Hills; 

recognisable by the mushroom television tower on the summit. 

Worthwhile Visits by Bus and on Foot Locally 

(Some places on the previous page may also fall into this category) 

Ohrberg. A small hill between Hameln and Ohr village. A spring visit is particularly 

recommended to see the exotic trees and rhododendrons. 

Schweineberg. A nature reserve noted for its display of snowdrops. 

Klutturm. An old watch-tower of the former fortress of Hameln. A modern cafe with 

delightful views at its base. Nearby is the garden cafe of Finkenborn. Accessible by car. 

Bismarckturm. Erected in memory of the famous German Chancellor, the tower 

gives a fine view of Hameln. The quickest way is to walk north-west from Gordon 

Barracks, but a pleasant ramble is from the Holtensen road to the Bismarck tower, 

then along forest paths to the historic Heisenkuche, returning to the Holtensen road. 

Karlshafen. A Huguenot town founded in 1670. It is stone-built with straight 

planned streets, many with French names. A natural as a holiday centre. On the 

steamer route during the season. 

Hann Munden. The end of the steamer route and where the rivers Fulda and 

Werra become the Weser. An historic old town with a 12th century bridge. The town 

centre is closed to motor traffic and the narrow streets are reminiscent of Elizabethan 

England with their overhanging gables. Has many beautiful historical buildings and 

a play similar to the Pied Piper. Hannoversche-Muenden’s history is recorded back to 

AD 800. Another natural holiday centre. 

The HIVE has produced a more detailed booklet on days out in the Hameln area. If 

you require a copy call in at the HIVE. 

If any further information is required, contact the Station HIVE. 

The Pied Piper Play 

This is staged free every Sunday at 12 noon during the months of May-September on 

the terrace outside the Hochzeitshaus in Hameln. 

Rats 

The musical version of the Pied Piper story held on the terrace of the Hochzeithaus 

every Wed between May and September. Starts 1600 hrs. Highly recommended. 

The Pied Piper Carillon 

A clock and musical tableau set in the West Gable of the Hochzeitshaus in Hameln. The 

carillon of bells and the tableau depict the Pied Piper story daily at 1300 and 1730 hrs. 

Trains 

Special weekend train tickets available from the Railway Station. 

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Leisure activities 

Salvation Army Club 

Facilities within the Salvation Army Club include: 

The Welcome Café – Serving cooked meals, 'Big Breakfast', assorted filled 

sandwiches, hot pies, jacket potatoes, assorted home baking, hot and cold drinks, 

crisps and sweets. 

Open Mon-Fri 0930-1400 hrs Sat & Sun 1100-1400 hrs 

We are also open for special events throughout the year. Please look out for notices 

with their details 

Pipers Shop – Daily newspapers, magazines, a wide range of greetings cards, toys 

and stationery, books and confectionery. 

Open Mon- Fri 0930-1430 hrs 

Sat & Sun 1100-1400 hrs 

Centre Fax & Office: 41938 

The Flix Cinema 

The Flix Cinema is located in Gordon Barracks. Professional and helpful staff together 

with the latest films make this a popular venue. 

Timings for the Cinema are as follows: 

Sun Tue 

Doors Open 1600 hrs 1800 hrs 

Film Starts 1630 hrs 1830 hrs 

Admission Prices 

Adult €6 Children (up to 17 yrs) €4 Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €16 

The Cinema may also be booked for other uses, ie, Fashion Shows, Families Briefing, 

Training Lectures, etc. For further details please contact the Manageress on Hameln 

Mil 2456. 

The Services Sound and Vision Corporation (SSVC) 

SSVC TV Service. The Sound & Vision Centre is located in Block 10, Gordon 

Barracks. Tel: (05151) 959378. Here SSVC sell televisions, videos, computers and 

audio equipment. All equipment sold by SSVC is supported by a full after-sales 

service. The Centre is open Mon-Fri 0900-1700 hrs, Sat 1000-1400 hrs. Should 

you have any questions on TV reception, please contact the Centre Manager, Michelle 

Robinson. 

Hameln British-German Club 

There is a flourishing Hameln British-German club with some 250 members, which 

carries out a varied and interesting programme of events throughout the year. The 

purpose of the Club is the furtherance of friendly relations and mutual understanding 

between the British and German communities in Hameln and its neighbourhood. All 

ranks, their dependants and UKBC are very welcome to join; the Club also has a 

number of events for children. There is no membership fee. The Club provides an 

excellent opportunity to integrate with the local community, to make friends and to 

learn more about Hameln and its environment. Please speak to the HCSO Office to 

find out more and to get a copy of the current Newsletter.

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Sports, Recreation and Hobbies 

Sports and Activities 

The Station has many sports clubs and activities which are open to Service personnel 

and dependants. Details can be found on notice boards, the Gymnasium or the 

HIVE. 

Gymnasium 

The gymnasium is located in Gordon Barracks and caters for all normal sporting 

activities. This gymnasium is equipped with the latest Cardiovascular and weight 

training equipment. The gymnasium conducts various fitness activities, from lunch 

time circuit training, to ladies aerobic classes, all of which are open to service 

personnel and dependants ther are also classes available for children. 

For further details contact the PT staff during normal working hours. 

Tel: Hameln Mil Ext 2383, Civilian 05151 917383. 

Swimming Pools 

Most German towns and villages have public swimming pools. Below are listed some 

of the ones in the Hameln area. 

Indoors: Hameln: Hallenbad & Einsiedlerbach. 

Outdoors: Heated – Bad Pyrmont, Bad Muender, Hameln, Südbad, Rinteln. 

Outdoors: Unheated – Coppenbrugge, Deckbergen, Hess Oldendorf, Springe, 

Unsen. (All open 15 May -15 September). 

Athletics Tracks 

All weather Weserbergland Stadium (booked through LSLO). Cinder VFL Track 

opposite Gordon Barracks. 

Sub Aqua Club 

Hameln has a thriving Sub Aqua Club. It is a special branch of the British Sub Aqua 

Club (BSAC) and all Service people and dependents over the age of 14 are eligible 

to join. The club meets at its own premises at 28 Engr Regt, Block 11 Cellar, Gordon 

Barracks on Wed nights at 1845 hrs. No experience is necessary and tuition and 

equipment hire costs are minimal. Training is carried out at the local Pool on Wed 

and in local lakes or the sea at Kiel on weekends. 

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A typical Hameln Street. 

The Hameln Christmas Market.

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Classified Index of advertisers 

This index provides a quick and easy way of locating any product or service you 

require. Production of this Guide is made possible by the support of the advertisers 

listed below and, in turn, it is hoped that all readers will lend their support to these 

businesses. 

BICYCLES: Bunny Hop (41); Fun Corner WKK Sport & Freizeitartikel (46) 

COMPUTERS & REPaIRS: bpm-computer (22) 

CRaFTS & SUPPLIES: Hobby-Haus Für Bastler GmbH (45) 

ENTERTaINMENT & LEISURE: Snow Dome Sölden in Bispingen GmbH (19); 

Tierpark Bad Pyrmont (75) 

BaNKS: Stadtsparkasse Hameln (58) 

GaRDEN CENTRES & NURSERIES: Gartencenter Neumann GmbH (33) 

HOTELS & PUBS: Hotel Bellevue (5); Hotel Stadt Hameln (21); Hotel Zur Börse (79) 

LOCaL INFORMaTION: Deister Und Weserzietung Verlagsgesellschaft mbH & CO 

KG - Vertrieb (33) 

MOTOR SERVICES: Autohaus Hild & Co (35) 

OPTICIaNS: Parpatt-Optik GmbH (22) 

PET SHOPS: Fressnapf Tiernahrungs GmbH (46) 

RESTaURaNT & CaFÉS: Argentinisches Steakhouse Cheyenne (46); Restaurant SASH 

(41) 

RETaIL: Honig Baustoffe e. Kfm (6); Moderne Orthopädie-Schuhtechnik Torsten Beck 

(45) 

SCHOOLS after page 32 

TaX FREE CaR SaLES page 61 

TELEPHONE & BROaDBaND: TKS Telepost Kabel-Service Kaiserslautern GmbH & 

Co KG (Inside Back Cover) 

VETERINaRY PRaCTICES: Tierärztliche Klinik für Kleintiere Dr. med. Vet. Axel 

Steinbiß (58); Tierarztpraxis Dr. Susanne Graze (58) 

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One of the many country walks within a few minutes 

from the town of Hameln. 

A pleasure boat on the River Weser. 

The "Klut" viewed from the 

River Weser.


Hameln Emergencies 

Police 

RMP Duty Room 2222 (manned 24 hrs) 

German Civil Police Hameln Civil 9330 

(German Civil Police Emergency 

Telephone Hameln Civil 110) 

Fire 

Gordon Barracks 2228 

German Civil Fire Brigade Hameln Civil 112 

Medical 

Medical Centre (Emergencies) 2333 

German Civil Ambulance Hameln Civil 112 

Emergency Repairs 

Guardroom Gordon Barracks 2228 

Rinteln & Bückeburg Emergency Telephone numbers on Page 80 

We guarantee you an enjoyable Stay in Hameln. 

You will find pleasant furnished rooms with 

TV, WLAN, Cable-TV and minibar. 

Enjoy our fine, homely cuisine in our restaurant. 

Single room € 69,00 incl. breakfast 

Double room € 93,00 incl. breakfast 

Hamelner Hotel GmbH 

Osterstr. 41a 


Tel: 05151 - 94 94 0 Fax: 05151 - 254 85


Rinteln & Bückeburg 

Emergencies 

From a civilian telephone – 

All numbers with a three figure digit dial 800 first 

All numbers commencing with a 5 dial 401 first 

From Rinteln civilian extension 

Fire 112 

Ambulance 112 

Police 110 

From a Bückeburg civilian extension 

Fire 112 

Ambulance 112 

Police 110 

Hameln Emergency Telephone numbers on 79 

Handy Index 

Amenities ...................................... 43 

AFF .............................................. 28 

AWIS ............................................ 27 

Churches ...................................... 30 

Driving in Germany ....................... 69 

Fire Action .................................... 10 

HIVE ....................................... 36, 37 

JSHAO ......................................... 15 

Leisure Activities ............................ 74 

Local Bye-Laws & Regulations ......... 55 

Maps ....................................... 48-50 

NAAFI .......................................... 42 

Pets .............................................. 59 

Schools ........................................ 17 

Security......................................... 51 

Service Family Housing .................... 7 

Sporting Facilities .......................... 75 

Tax Free Car Sales page ................. 61 

Telephone Information ..................... 4 

The Place Where You Live .............. 47 

UK & BFG Websites ......................... 5 

WRVS ........................................... 35

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