Get Involved, Aldershot Military Town is the area between Aldershot and, Created: Tue, 20 Mar 2012, Updated: Wed, 21 Mar 2012, Cathedral Church of St Michael and St George, Army Medical Services Museum, Museum of Military Medicine. It has two. So are you or your OH in the forces? [34], On 22 February 1972, Aldershot experienced the first in a series of mainland IRA attacks. [71] Army cricket matches have been played at the Officers Club Services Ground, which has also played host to home matches for Hampshire County Cricket Club. FOI(A) Request relating to current AECs (7 December 2020). [5] In 1860, Prince Albert established and endowed the Prince Consort's Library. This page was last edited on 24 April 2023, at 02:39. [21], Today, the military town has a population of around 10,500. Combat Information Systems (CIS) Troop, 8th Engineer Brigade, Headquarters, 29 (Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Search) Group, at Montgomery House, Commander Army Cadet Force & Combined Cadet Force. [1] This status has been reflected in the use of Aldershot as a headquarters for a variety of regional commands over the last 100 years. To celebrate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897, 25,000 British and Colonial soldiers marched from Laffan's Plain near Farnborough, reviewed by Queen Victoria. These Shared Descriptions are common to multiple images. In November 1881, the first steps were taken to convert the hutted camp into permanent barracks. Well nearer than Plymouth! St Marks: north of the town and parts of Farnborough has three Conservative councillors. [41], Also in 2010, plans were unveiled for local government and planners to redevelop some of the land that comprises the military town according to Aldershot's Urban Extension or 'AUE'.[42]. What someone thinks is great another may think is awful.. We only put one choice down on the forms though. The garrison was established when the War Department bought a large area of land near to the village of Aldershot, with the objective . The garrison is mostly centred around the crossroads that join Queen's Avenue and Alison's Road. Married Quarters of the Rifle Brigade at Aldershot Aldershot Garrison - Wikipedia Aldershot Garrison, also known as Aldershot Military Town, has long been seen as the home of the British Army ever since it was established in 1854. [11] Between 1889 and 1893, the remaining wooden buildings, in both North Camp and South Camp, were replaced by brick buildings. The telescope and observatory building were a gift from aviation pioneer Patrick Young Alexander to the British Army, a fact which is recorded by a plaque near the observatory door. Try doing a Google Earth Search and you will see how nice some of the areas are compareed to others. Aldershot | The Sappers site Many of these brick-build Victorian barracks were demolished in the late 1960s, to make way for what is now Montgomery Lines. Shared descriptions are specifically licensed so that contributors can reuse them on their own images, without restriction. Aldershot's most famous memorial to the great Duke, the Wellington Statue, was erected in 1885 on Round Hill adjacent to the Garrison Church of All Saints. It was then made the UK headquarters for the Canadian Army in Europe. Construction was completed by the same local company responsible for Marlborough Lines. It houses Aldershot Garrison's married quarters, barracks, Army playing fields and other sporting facilities. These will be joined by two new primary schools being built as part of the Aldershot Urban extension development of 3,850 houses. Between 1854 and 1859, around 1,200 wooden huts were constructed by a local civilian contractor, at a cost of 100,263. Additional units of the Canadian Army followed later creating the largest force of British Commonwealth troops ever to be stationed in the UK at one time. Hels82. 'Filthy' houses Aldershot Army families are forced to live in Subject Date 1976 Creator Derek Dine Owner Hampshire Library and Information Service Contributor Hampshire Library and Information Service Place Aldershot, Rushmoor, Hampshire Subject military housing, housing, architecture Name Subject Army Aldershot was home for two Infantry Divisions and a Cavalry Brigade in addition to large numbers of artillery, engineers, service corps and medical services. This has created a 30% drop in the reservoir. List of army barracks around Aldershot | Military Wiki | Fandom Each day we'll be sending you a selection of our top stories from across our county, as well as breaking news so you can be the first to know. Aldershot Military Town is the area between Aldershot and North Camp near Farnborough. As it existed at the time of the Domesday Survey in 1086, the extensive settlement of Crondall in the north-east corner of Hampshire was certainly Scandinavian, for among the customs of that great manor, which included Crondall, Yateley, Farnborough, and Aldershot, that of sole inheritance by the eldest daughter in default of sons prevailed, as over a large part of Cumberland, and this is a peculiarly Norse custom. The total garrison population is about 10,500. Bomber Command HQ RAF Bawtry, S.Yorks. The statue attracted much controversy, as its . Married quarters are houses or appartments for married members of the military, in places where it is reasonable to be accompanied by a family. The following was buried in Piet Military Cemetery in 1901: 4 Dec Pte William Old aged 33 years, 3/RGR Pembroke (attached). The Official IRA claimed responsibility, stating that the attack was in revenge for the shootings in Derry that came to be known as Bloody Sunday. She said: "We're being told it's not Amey's responsibility to make sure that it is clean when we move in, but when we move out, if there is an issue we get billed for it.". In 1972, the garrison was the site of one of the worst UK mainland IRA attacks of the time when a car bomb was detonated outside the headquarters mess of 16 Parachute Brigade. From the start of World War 2, it was used as the local divisional headquarters, until that was moved in November 1940 to Batts Hall, Frensham. [15], On 22 February 1972, Aldershot experienced one of the worst UK mainland IRA attacks of the time. [88], The Montgomery Lines were again used for Brad Pitt's film World War Z based on the novel by Max Brooks.[89]. The legacy of the Army has meant that the land for leisure use, as well as protected areas for flora and fauna, has been preserved over many years. In November 1881, the first steps were taken to convert the hutted camp into permanent barracks. It has a capacity for 7,100, of which 2,000 can be seated. Aldershot The 'disgusting' and 'filthy' conditions British Army families in Aldershot are forced to live in Amey say they conduct 'inspections' to ensure the homes are ready News By Megan Stanley 09:51, 21 SEP 2021 Updated 12:26, 22 SEP 2021 Army families say they are given 'filthy' homes to live in (Image: Hannah) The Aldershot Garrison is referenced in the first paragraph of Rudyard Kipling's poem Gunga Din. Rioch played for clubs including Luton Town, Aston Villa and Derby County before managing clubs including Middlesbrough and Arsenal, but played for the Scotland team during the 1970s due to his ancestry. HQ Aldershot Command continued in existence until c. February 1941, when it was replaced by HQ Aldershot Area. The military town includes some local landmarks, such as the Aldershot Observatory, Aldershot Military Cemetery, the Union Building, the Royal Garrison Church and other churches. Also just google the local area to see whats available. Aldershot Military Town is located between Aldershot and North Camp near Farnborough. Originally, in 1846, the statue was erected at Hyde Park Corner, London on the Wellington Arch. Auction for Outdoor Knit Submariner Polo Sweater. 5th Canadian Division Support Base Detachment Aldershot Major-General Sir Evelyn Wood had recently been appointed General Officer Commanding at Aldershot and was keen to push forward the building of the new accommodation. By 1861, around 8,000 acres had been purchased. Hannah continued: "Amey have a contract for our housing and are meant to be providing some sort of standard, but this is one of many houses that we've had problems with.". National Express coach services operate between London Victoria and Portsmouth twice a day.[51]. It was one of five permanent local buildings purchased by the War Department in 1854 as part of the development of the new Aldershot Camp, and was used by the Army from 1854 to 1879 as No 2 Station Hospital. [9], In the late 1870s, it was decided that the original hutted camp needed to be replaced with some more permanent structures. [6][7] John Norden's map of Hampshire, published in the 1607 edition of William Camden's Britannia, indicates that Aldershot was a market town. At this time, the first two brick buildings were constructed in North Camp; this was quickly followed by the construction of a number of larger brick-built bungalows to replace the previous wooden designs. [18][19][20], The Aldershot Military Tattoo was an annual event dating back to 1894. The area also houses various military and regimental museums, including the Aldershot Military Museum, housed in a red-brick Victorian barracks. [1], Before the establishment of the 'Camp at Aldershot', the British Army did not have any single permanent camp for training troops on a large scale. Will this be your first married quarter experience then? 2-5. Accommodation | The Army Children Archive (TACA) [5] In 1860, Prince Albert established and endowed the Prince Consort's Library. Are those areas you listed married quarters patches as we can't just name roads? This phase of construction saw nine barracks built, namely: Albuhera, Barossa, Corunna, Gibraltar, Maida, Buller, Mandora and McGrigor barracks. | Wow i didn't know this board existed until somone told me in my birth club! Growing Up In Aldershot - Nick Litten [IBM i AS400 iSeries] Software The Victorian buildings were largely demolished in 1958, and then rebuilt with more modern facilities, although the original officers' mess survives. 45 x 45s thread on how sh*t it is being Welsh. HQ Aldershot Garrison have just been - Aldershot Garrison - Facebook North Town: northeast of the town has three Labour councillors. Greyhound racing took place at Aldershot Stadium, and point-to-point racing at Tweseldown. Hannah recently moved to Aldershot with her husband, who works for the British Army, and their young children. Garrison Herald Articles - 016 - Friends of the Aldershot Military Museum BFBS Radio also broadcasts from a studio on Middle Hill on 102.5FM as part of its UK Bases network. [3] This led to a rapid expansion of Aldershot's population going from 875 in 1851, to in excess of 16,000 by 1861 (including about 9,000 from the military). Manor Park: south of the town and the southern half of the town centre has three Conservative councillors. Yeah they are all quarters, the bus links are excellent. Aug 19, 2019 - Married Quarters, Napier Square, Aldershot Garrison. Initially, Reigate was selected as a location that was strategically sound, and close enough to London, to defend against invasion from across the English Channel. The club also groomed local talents such as DJ Sharkey, DJ Mystery, DJ Sy, DJ Unknown, Vinylgroover, DJ NS, Hixxy, MC Freestyle, MC Young, MC Smiley and Spyder MC. It houses Aldershot Garrison's married quarters, barracks, Army playing fields and other sporting facilities. [3], The name may have derived from alder trees found in the area (from the Old English 'alder-holt' meaning copse of alder trees). This had a great effect on the civilian town as there was a great shortage of accommodation for the troops and many were billeted in local houses and schools. The Aldershot Urban Extension will bring some 3,850 new homes, two new primary schools, a children's day-care centre, additional secondary school places, community facilities, waste recycling and landscaping to an area of 150 hectares. [32], After a 2009 campaign, the British Government allowed veteran Gurkha soldiers who had served for more than four years, and their families, to settle in the UK. Married Quarters | Army Rumour Service The pool has extensive areas of shallow water for children to play including a large fountain at the centre. The location of Aldershot between Southampton and London meant the club became a mecca for Hardcore and it was regularly sold out during this time. 42 Married Quarters RAF Shotley Gate (HMS Ganges) 210 USAF MQs RAF Sculthorpe, Norfolk and 235 Acre Tech. There are various schools in Aldershot. Aldershot bus station is the terminus for many bus services in the Aldershot Urban Area; it also services buses from further afield. From the railway station, South Western Railway run services to London Waterloo, Alton, Guildford and Ascot. Aldershot Garrison | Military Wiki | Fandom The area was used for location filming of the 1970 Doctor Who serial The Ambassadors of Death. [72], Aldershot Cricket Club shares facilities with the successful Aldershot & Farnham Hockey Club who, in 2022, were looking for a more permanent base. Many of these brick-build Victorian barracks were demolished in the late 1960s, to make way for what is now Montgomery Lines. Preview sample shown below: The 'Shared Description' text on this page is copyright 2012 N Chadwick. It was also, at his request, that a convention for naming the barracks was formulated. [clarification needed][81][bettersourceneeded]. [6], After the Crimean War, a division of regular troops was permanently based at Aldershot, and 'the Division at Aldershot' (including artillery at Christchurch, Hampshire, and cavalry at Hounslow, Middlesex) became one of the most important home commands of the British Army. All descriptions are public and shared between contributors, i.e. Over time, this camp grew into a military town and continues to be used by the Army to the present day. Please help update this article to reflect recent events or newly available information. Today, the garrison is home to the headquarters of the Support Command of the British Army, and is also the administrative base for 101 Logistic Brigade. [42] Until December 2007 the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces Museum was in Aldershot. 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When the auto-complete results are available, use the up and down arrows to review and Enter to select. Following the Barracks Act of 1890, North Camp was rebuilt with brick barracks named: Blenheim, Lille, Malplaquet, Oudenarde, Ramillies and Tournay. The Tattoo was organised to raise money for military charities. It's close to the M3 and thas 2 train stations. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. [17], In March 2020, the Ministry of Defence established the COVID Support Force to help tackle the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom. The new barracks were built by Henry Wells, a locally based building contractor. We do not know when monks from the Abbey first came to Aldershot but the first documentary evidence is from 1287 when the Crondall Rental records that at 'Alreshate the Monks of Waverlye hold 31 acres of encroachment'. As more soldiers arrived, they were first housed in bell tents due to a shortage or permanent accommodation. I'm in Aldershot, it depends weather you want to be close to town or a little bit out. Established in 1854, Aldershot has long been seen as the home of the British Army. Aldershot has many parks, playgrounds and open spaces for sport, play and leisure, including Aldershot Park, Brickfields Country Park, the Municipal Gardens, Manor Park and the Princes Gardens, the latter three a short walk from the town centre. Initially, Reigate was selected as a location that was strategically sound, and close enough to London, to defend against invasion from across the English Channel. In 1972, the garrison was the site of one of the worst UK mainland IRA attacks of the time when a car bomb was detonated outside the headquarters mess of 16 Parachute Brigade, killing seven and injuring nineteen. It may not display this or other websites correctly. There was almost certainly an earlier church on the site. [18], Prior to 1890, Aldershot garrison lacked permanent accommodation to house the growing military presence. In response to the complaints, a spokeswoman for Amey has said that they are working to address the issues. [2], Aldershot is known as the "Home of the British Army", a connection which led to its rapid growth from a small village to a Victorian town. Aldershot - Wikipedia | Aldershot Garrison (also known as Aldershot Military Town) is a major garrison in South East England, located between Aldershot and Farnborough in Hampshire. [64] This revitalisation failed to materialise, with prominent traders such as Marks and Spencer leaving the town centre. The local newspaper, The Aldershot News, failed to publish Leach's advertisement for the show. Aldershot railway station and bus station are both situated off Station Road. The garrison was divided into the North Camp and the South Camp, either side of the Basingstoke Canal. This blast was later claimed, by the Official IRA, as revenge for the shootings in Derry that came to be known as Bloody Sunday. This is a list of British Army barracks, past and present, near to the town of Aldershot in Hampshire, England, which is credited as being the Home of the British Army. PICTURE: 'THE CAMP AT ALDERSHOT - ON DUTY', MARRIED QUARTERS IN 1871 A soldier and his family are depicted at the door of their married-quarter hut (Number 23) in Aldershot, Hampshire, in a print that was first published on Saturday, 16 September 1871 in The Graphic, a weekly illustrated newspaper. Thanks for your offer of help, I may take you up on it, I am anal too! British Army soldier escapes abduction attempt outside Aldershot Much of the Victorian camp was demolished in the 1960s. Included are details such as the boiler house, Gun Hill Matron's and Sisters' Quarters. This blast was later claimed, by the Official IRA, as revenge for the shootings in Derry that came to be known as Bloody Sunday. Buy to let properties - Still a worthwhile investment. During this period Holy Trinity church, the Presbyterian church, the Wesleyan church and Rotunda chapel were built in the town centre to cater for the spiritual needs of the increasing numbers of troops in the nearby Camp and the growing civilian town. It is home to the headquarters of the Army's Regional Command, and it is also the administrative base for the 101st Logistic Brigade. So is Aldershot nice, i probably won't be going there until we move and am quite apprehensive! [14] The garrison used to be the corps headquarters for the Royal Corps of Transport and the Army Catering Corps; when these were merged into the Royal Logistic Corps in 1993, the corps headquarters moved to Deepcut Barracks. Breastfeeding: the trick to a comfy latch, More posts in "Families in the Forces" group, Create post in "Families in the Forces" group. Detailed plans of the Cambridge and Louise Margaret Hospitals in Stanhope Lines, Aldershot Garrison from 1932. Aldershot F.C. - Wikipedia [1], Before the establishment of the 'Camp at Aldershot', the British Army did not have any single permanent camp for training troops on a large scale. "We recognise that some Service families experience a poor Move-In, and we are seeking to improve performance in this area. A statue of the first Duke of Wellington mounted on his horse, Copenhagen, is situated on Round Hill behind the Royal Garrison Church. [3], In 1974 Aldershot borough, which had been based at Aldershot Town Hall, merged with Farnborough urban district to form the Borough of Rushmoor under the provisions of the Local Government Act 1972. Wood advocated that the new barracks should all be named to commemorate famous British victories; initially this proposal met with some resistance, but was eventually adopted. [5] Cistercian monks from the nearby Waverley Abbey established granges or farms on their outlying estates, including one at Aldershot by 1175 for sheep grazing. ), we based our choice on good school, shopping area being close by and lots of parks and places to go. Site. Aldershot (GB) - Stamps of the World Married Quarters, Napier Square, Aldershot Garrison << CultureGrid [31], A substantial rebuilding of the barracks was carried out between 1961 and 1969, by the architecture and engineering firm Building Design Partnership. Bus services from Aldershot are provided by Stagecoach South. She added: "My main issue is the awful carpets. Following the attack the Army took steps to secure the garrison by erecting security fences around most of the barracks and lines, as well as introducing armed security patrols. [73], Formerly known as Fleet RUFC, the club started in 1991 as a pub side. In 1852, following the death of The Iron Duke, a group of reformers, which included Prince Albert, forged an alliance that would seek to improve the training of the Army. I get the impression everyone knows everyones business, well more so than other estates near here lol I think its because there is more or less nobody but military people there! Aldershot has been selected as the British Army garrison that will test an innovative accommodation solution for its personnel The garrison will test and evaluate a far-reaching innovative opportunity, that could lead to fundamental revamp and modernisation in how the Army accommodates its personnel. Any help would be grately appreciated xx. Today, the garrison is home to the headquarters of the Support Command of the British Army, and is also the administrative base for the 145th (South) Brigade and 101st Logistic Brigade. Sergeant Bogan is now back in British and lives with his wife and four children in Army married quarters at Chatham, Kent RM 2M3T4YB - A soldier from a highland regiment at camp at Aldershot is seen nursing his baby outside a wooden hut serving as family or married accommodation. In 1855, they had a wooden Royal Pavilion built, in which they would often stay when attending reviews of the Army. [67], Aldershot is home to arguably the most successful athletics club in British and European history, Aldershot, Farnham & District A.C. It was also, at his request, that a convention for naming the barracks was formulated. [9], In the late 1870s, it was decided that the original hutted camp needed to be replaced with some more permanent structures. Later, wooden huts were built, which were in turn replaced by brick built barracks in the 1890s. The Victorian buildings were largely demolished in 1958, and then rebuilt with more modern facilities, although the original officers' mess survives. An outline planning application has been agreed for the redevelopment of some of the former Military Town. In her autobiography Seacole wrote. [15] If you want to stay in the know with all the latest news, reviews and features from HampshireLive then you can sign up to our daily newsletter email. It is a garrison town that serves as the location for the military presence in the area. We need to choose our top three preferences of areas we want to live in and we have no clue! [22] It was briefly revived the following year and attracted 20,000 visitors. [27][30] In the following year Aldershot's military prison the 'Glasshouse' was burned down in prison riots. Aldershot is a Cfb according to the Kppen climate classification. Also, the living quarters of single men were to afford them the opportunity to get away from their places of work at the end of the day. [8], The garrison subsequently became seen as home to the British Army. When interviewed in 1983 about the Aldershot gig Paul McCartney described it as "the night we couldnt get arrested, but it wasnt for the lack of trying". "The image featuring damaged kitchen tiles relates to a case that is in the process of being rectified and a new kitchen is scheduled to be fitted at a time convenient to the resident.
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