), we based our choice on good school, shopping area being close by and lots of parks and places to go. [1] The garrison was established when the War Department bought a large area of land near to the village of Aldershot, with the objective of establishing a permanent training camp for the British Army. The garrison was established when the War Department bought a large area of land near to the village of Aldershot, with the objective . [24], In 1914 Aldershot had the largest army camp in the country with 20% of the British Army being based in and around the town. The brave and courageous Gurkha soldier depicted in new Aldershot memorial. The Independent Local Radio stations was 96.4 Eagle Radio, broadcasting contemporary music, until it was purchased by Bauer Media in 2019 along with other stations in the UKRD group. Aldershot North: the north west of the town has one Labour councillor. Notable bands include Reuben, Vex Red, Inter and Hundred Reasons. In the paperwork, the kitchen was supposed to receive some repairs however the kitchen cupboards are falling off the hinges and the worktops are crumbling. Famous running club AFD has produced top runners. I wont lie it is the most exciting place in the world, but I like it! Today the original complex of church, Soldiers' Home and Hall has been converted into offices, a dental surgery, gymnasium and homes. [13], Smith-Dorrien House, the local social facility for soldiers, was completed in 1909. [18], Following Aldershot's establishment as a large permanent training camp in the 1850s, the military presence continued to grow. Adjacent to the military town is some 2,700 hectares of open military training area, which is open to the public when not in use for military purposes.[15]. The garrison was divided into the North Camp and the South Camp, either side of the Basingstoke Canal. [31], A substantial rebuilding of the barracks was carried out between 1961 and 1969, by the architecture and engineering firm Building Design Partnership. 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. [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. [35] Seven people, six of whom were civilian support staff, including five catering staff and a gardener were killed in a car bomb attack on the 16th Parachute Brigade headquarters mess. In response to the complaints, a spokeswoman for Amey has said that they are working to address the issues. An MOD spokesperson said: "Providing safe and good quality accommodation is a top priority and we regret that service personnel and their families sometimes experience issues with their housing. From the railway station, South Western Railway run services to London Waterloo, Alton, Guildford and Ascot. The Victorian buildings were largely demolished in 1958, and then rebuilt with more modern facilities, although the original officers' mess survives. | Adjacent to the military town is some 2,700 hectares of open military training area, which is open to the public when not in use for military purposes.[15]. Buy to let properties - Still a worthwhile investment. In August 1856 on her return from the Crimean War and "wishing to be with her sons in the Army" Mary Seacole with her business partner Thomas Day is said to arrived in Aldershot where they attempted to open a canteen. HQ Aldershot Garrison have just been made aware that we have a burst water main in the Rushmoor wooded area which is causing a drop in pressure to our facilities. When the family moved in, they had to ask the company to send the cleaners back because it was so dirty. It has been found that there is a 12" hole in the pipe. This group of barracks became known as Stanhope Lines. [62], At the end of the 1990s and the start of the 2000s, an underground scene of rock bands cropped up around Aldershot. Over time, this camp grew into a military town and continues to be used by the Army to the present day. These will be joined by two new primary schools being built as part of the Aldershot Urban extension development of 3,850 houses. So are you or your OH in the forces? Street View is good! The incident took place in a branch of Subway on Portswood Road in Southampton. [4], Queen Victoria and Prince Albert showed a keen interest in the establishment and the development of Aldershot as a garrison town. Construction was completed by the same local company responsible for Marlborough Lines. Queen Victoria claimed that the statue ruined the view of the skyline from Buckingham Palace, and she privately proposed that the statue be moved. Many agreed with Decimus Burton that the statue looked ridiculous since it was out of proportion. It has two. The military town includes some local landmarks, such as the Aldershot Observatory, Aldershot Military Cemetery, the Royal Garrison Church and other churches. It was also, at his request, that a convention for naming the barracks was formulated. There are some great shopping centresnear in Guidford or Basingstoke and Camberley. 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. When are you due here? Watch. [13] Dick Turpin is said to have operated in the area having his headquarters nearby in Farnborough, and there were sightings of Spring-heeled Jack. The site was the headquarters for the promoter, Spedeworth International ltd. Major national events at the track were few and far between the most notable title race contested there being the 1975 British Superstox Championship (27 Sep 1975, won by Steve Monk). It houses Aldershot Garrison's married quarters, barracks, Army playing fields and other sporting facilities. [19] North Camp station is the garrison's original railway station. [15], On 22 February 1972, Aldershot experienced one of the worst UK mainland IRA attacks of the time. Inaya-Lei has links to Eastleigh, Basingstoke and Southampton. At this time the area was heathland with the only building in sight being the Union Poor House, built in 1629 as a sub-manor for the Tichborne family and later used as the local workhouse and a school. | [17] The venture is believed to have failed through lack of funds and the two being declared bankrupt. as this chapter of the story of Aldershot Garrison passes into history. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert showed a keen interest in the establishment and development of Aldershot as a garrison town in the 1850s, at the time of the Crimean War. x. [11] Between 1889 and 1893, the remaining wooden buildings, in both North Camp and South Camp, were replaced by brick buildings. 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. The new accommodation delivery contracts will address this through greater oversight and application of standards and incentivisation of suppliers.". The garrison plays host to around 70 military units and organisations. Or theres O'Connor road,North Road, mons Close, Slim, Gort and Napier Closes arelovely and quiet and only a 5 min drive to town. Married Quarters, Napier Square, Aldershot Garrison, built late 19th century, photographed 1976. The 2nd Corps was headquartered at Aldershot. [16] Until then, the military town had been open-plan, but the attack led to immediate action to secure military property. Today. As more soldiers arrived, they were first housed in bell tents due to a shortage or permanent accommodation. [8], The garrison subsequently became seen as home to the British Army. The Garrison area covers approximately 500 acres. Established in 1854, Aldershot is the home of the British Army although smaller than in previous years. Any help would be grately appreciated xx. In 2005, Rushmoor Borough Council documented the percentage of vacant shops at 10%, 8% and 7% respectively for Union Street, the Wellington Centre and Wellington Street.[65]. Aldershot Park hosts a number of sports facilities and organisations. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Goose Green is really nice and only a 5 min walk to town. Many of these matches held first-class status. [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. It was home to the Parachute Regiment from its formation in 1940 until it moved to Colchester Garrison in 2003. 42 Married Quarters RAF Shotley Gate (HMS Ganges) 210 USAF MQs RAF Sculthorpe, Norfolk and 235 Acre Tech. I don't drive (am learning) but if there is a bus route im not too bothered! 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. 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. Yeah they are all quarters, the bus links are excellent. The club was renamed Aldershot and Fleet RUFC (A&F or the Stags) after their move in 2003 from Farnborough to their current home, Aldershot Park. Aldershot Garrison, also known as Aldershot Military Town, is a major garrison in South East England, located between Aldershot and Farnborough in Hampshire. The former Wesleyan church on Grosvenor Road has a 100-foot tower that can be seen for miles around the town and which is described as " the only significant tower in the town". [70], Aldershot Cricket Club is based in Aldershot Park in the town[67] and plays in the Thames Valley Cricket League. actor Arthur English honoured with blue plaque", Barracks and Airport provide location for Bond film, "Rushmoor - Our international partner towns", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Aldershot&oldid=1151442502, Wellington: west of the town together with the northern half of the town centre, combines the most compact urban parts of the town northern part of the town centre, much of the military town and a very large acreage of unpopulated woodlands, forests and heathland. When the wooden huts had been built in the 1850s, the contractor had guaranteed the huts for 13 years; in practice, many of those huts were still serving their purpose some 30 years later. The Duke, who had only sat for the sculptor on two or three occasions, suddenly became very attached to the statue and would not consider its removal from its arch. Hannah was keen to emphasise that the Army and Ministry of Defence (MoD) welfare team always "amazing" and try to help the families with their housing problems. 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. Farnborough Airport is 5 miles away, Heathrow is 29 miles, and Gatwick is 43 miles away. This has created a 30% drop in the reservoir. [2] In 1853, a summer camp was established at Chobham Common and two divisional size military exercises were conducted. 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[12] The Military Headquarters Building in Steeles Road was completed in 1895. However, Decimus Burton, architect of the arch, had tried to veto this plan for his preferred "figure in a four horse chariot". Military installation in Hampshire, England, Aldershot narrow-gauge suspension railway, British Military History: Aldershot Command, "South East District Headquarters Building of General Officers Commanding (1092611)", "IRA bomb kills six at Aldershot barracks", "IRA Bombing Victims Remembered In Aldershot 47 Years Later", "Regular Army Basing Matrix by Formation and Unit", "Today the Bde HQ said goodbye to Brig Prosser as he handed over Command of 101 Logistic Brigade to Brig Reehal. It is a garrison town that serves as the location for the military presence in the area. The drop in pressure has already been recognised in married quarters. [7] In January 1876 a Mobilization Scheme for the forces in Great Britain and Ireland was published, with the Active Army divided into eight army corps based on the major Commands and Districts. 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. Posted 27/3/10. [3], The name may have derived from alder trees found in the area (from the Old English 'alder-holt' meaning copse of alder trees). 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. 5th Canadian Division Support Group Detachment Aldershot (also 5 CDSG Det Aldershot) is a training facility for 5th Canadian Division of the Canadian Army.It is located in Kings County, Nova Scotia. One of the Victorian barracks did survive. [11] Between 1889 and 1893, the remaining wooden buildings, in both North Camp and South Camp, were replaced by brick buildings. The bombing was claimed by the Official IRA as revenge for the Bloody Sunday massacre. [9], In the late 1870s, it was decided that the original hutted camp needed to be replaced with some more permanent structures. Established in 1854, Aldershot has long been seen as the home of the British Army. I can always put you in touch with who ever you need I've got a big booklet with every number you can think of in. 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. The original land was a lake that had become overgrown with weeds. 60 images use this description. The following was buried in Piet Military Cemetery in 1901: 4 Dec Pte William Old aged 33 years, 3/RGR Pembroke (attached). [9], In the late 1870s, it was decided that the original hutted camp needed to be replaced with some more permanent structures. [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. Which area of Wales best sums up its wild beauty? Over time, this camp grew into a military town and continues to be used by the Army to the present day. 'Parishes: Aldershot', in A History of the County of Hampshire: Volume 4, ed. Vimbai, who also recently moved to a home in Aldershot, said: "No effort had been made to put the house in a decent standard before we moved in, it was a very rushed job with no care. Between 1854 and 1859, around 1,200 wooden huts were constructed by a local civilian contractor, at a cost of 100,263. Aldershot has many sports facilities including the Rushmoor Gymnastics Academy, Aldershot Tennis Centre, Aldershot Bowling, Aldershot Pools and Lido, Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre, Alderwood Leisure Centre (formerly Connaught Leisure Centre) and Alpine Snow Sports (Dry Ski Centre). 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. [5] In 1860, Prince Albert established and endowed the Prince Consort's Library. After years of dealing with Amey, Hannah admitted that she is no longer 'shocked' when she enters a dirty home, but described every move as 'stressful' as they can't refuse a house when a moving van is outside with all their belongings. British Army Headquarters. [18][19][20], The Aldershot Military Tattoo was an annual event dating back to 1894. Aldershot South: the south east of the town has one Conservative councillor. This group of barracks became known as Stanhope Lines. [67] With an ever-expanding juniors section, Aldershot & Fleet were successful in winning the coveted RFU "Seal of Approval" Club of the Year 2008 for the southern region. He played for Birmingham City and Manchester United before his playing career was ended by injuries sustained in the Munich air disaster on 6 February 1958. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The community grew substantially after 1904 when the British Army and . [4] The Church of St Michael the Archangel is the parish church for the town and dates to the 12th century with later additions. Detailed plans of the Cambridge and Louise Margaret Hospitals in Stanhope Lines, Aldershot Garrison from 1932. [citation needed]. Adjacent to the military town is some 2,700 hectares of open military training area. It covers approximately 500 acres, and has a . My top three would be Churchill Park (which is where all those streetsI listed is) Goose Green, then Salamanca. Many famous people have been associated with the Military Town, including Charlie Chaplin, who made his first stage appearance in The Canteen theatre aged 5 in 1894,[39][40] and Winston Churchill, who was based there in the late 19th century during his time in the Army.[41]. Touch device users can explore by touch or with swipe gestures. "We work closely with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) to ensure any complaints concerning damp and mould are responded to as swiftly as possible ensuring that the right advice is offered to residents regarding ventilation and prevention. He later returned to Aldershot to run a sports shop with his brother Peter. [54] In the town's West End can be found Rowhill School, a special school for students of secondary age unable to attend mainstream schooling for a variety of reasons. Events were held across the town, including an art exhibition, live music, sports events and film screenings. It was quartered at Verdala Barracks and Lower St Elmo Barracks. Aldershot hosted three of the five events in the modern pentathlon at the 1948 London Olympics. "It's meant to be an upside of our partners joining the services but when you're getting this stressed moving it is going to affect soldiers welfare and mental health, and also the family life - it puts extra stress on couples.". Founded and named by local man and ex short circuit racing driver Malcolm Roberts, his wife Gwen and their children in memory of and following the death of their eldest son, also Malcolm, a short circuit motor racing enthusiast. Aldershot Military Town is located between Aldershot and North Camp near Farnborough. This page was last edited on 24 April 2023, at 02:39. We also rang them and they emailed a list of what housing (and grades) was available within commuting distance of my DH's work. The observatory is a circular red-brick building with a domed roof and it stands on Queen's Avenue. 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For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Aug 19, 2019 - Married Quarters, Napier Square, Aldershot Garrison. [33] The rise in the Nepalese population led Gerald Howarth, Conservative Member of Parliament for Aldershot, to request government assistance in expanding local public services to meet the needs of the growing population. [63] In 2003, a health check of the town centre concluded that, "Aldershot is experiencing promising signs of revitalisation, particularly in the shopping core". Founded as Aldershot Town in 1926, they joined the Southern . Despite its obvious advantages, Reigate was situated in prime agricultural land that would prove too expensive to purchase. [74] It was announced on 15 January 2008 that the Aldershot Military Town had been chosen as the official training camp for the British Olympic team ahead of the 2012 Olympic Games in London. It was then made the UK headquarters for the Canadian Army in Europe. 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In the 18th century, the stretch of the London to Winchester turnpike that passed through Aldershot between Bagshot and Farnham (now known as the Farnborough Road) was the scene of highway robberies. It houses Aldershot Garrison's married quarters, barracks, Army playing fields and other sporting facilities. Immediately after this date the site was cleared for construction of the A331 Blackwater Valley Road, which forms a by-pass for Aldershot and Farnborough. Try doing a Google Earth Search and you will see how nice some of the areas are compareed to others. Farewell to Brig Prosser", "British Army units from 1945 on - 250 to 253 Squadrons", "Order of Battle, Manpower, and Basing Locations", "160 PROVOST COY ROYAL MILITARY POLICE, Provost Barracks, Maida Road, ALDERSHOT, GU11 2DN", "Hampshire And Isle Of Wight Army Cadets", "Question for Ministry of Defence: every bases operated by the Ministry of Defence", "Final new Aldershot Garrison homes completed three months early", "MOD selects autonomous ground vehicles for resupply", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Aldershot_Garrison&oldid=1147918251, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. Aldershot Stadium was located in Oxenden Road, Tongham and staged Stock Car racing for the first time on 30 October 1954. Command and control of the support force was headquartered in Aldershot Garrison. 'I lived in the married quarters of Aldershot with my husband, Reg, who was a soldier. [citation needed], Sam Leach, their then agent, and wanting to become their manager, attempted to introduce the Beatles to London agents by promoting shows at The Palais Ballroom, on the corner of Perowne Street and Queens Road[59][60][61] in Aldershot on 9 December 1961. In the 1920s and 1930s, the Aldershot Command Searchlight Tattoo held at the Rushmoor Arena presented displays from all branches of the services, including performances lit by flame torches. 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. Serving district council Rushmoor Borough Council Council website www.rushmoor.gov.uk. "We recognise that some Service families experience a poor Move-In, and we are seeking to improve performance in this area. Beside the British soldiers marched men from Canada, India, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. The garrison plays host to around 70 military units and organisations. [28] The Aldershot riot of July 1945 caused considerable damage to the town centre when disgruntled Canadian troops tired of waiting to be repatriated rioted in the streets for two evenings. 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. [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. Thanksfor your advice Billsbabe! 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. Hels82. [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]. | As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "We continue to invest in improving the quality of our homes, with 160m invested in 2020/21 and a further 188M planned for this year. A statue of the first Duke of Wellington mounted on his horse, Copenhagen, is situated on Round Hill behind the Royal Garrison Church. [34], On 22 February 1972, Aldershot experienced the first in a series of mainland IRA attacks. They now play in the Hampshire 2 league. This blast was later claimed, by the Official IRA, as revenge for the shootings in Derry that came to be known as Bloody Sunday. By God those housing complexes were grim, but as a kid we had great fun knocking on doors and seeing how far the angry squaddies would chase us when we ran away Hannah recently moved to Aldershot with her husband, who works for the British Army, and their young children.
