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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER (Welfare Office)3 SIGNAL REGIMENT September - October 2014

WEEKLY COFFEE This is a great opportunity to catch up with old & new

friends in a friendly environment.

“Come along for a Coffee and a Chat”

Coffee Morning Every Thursday in the Beeches 1000-1200hrs

ANY OLD IRON

Forthcoming Events

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See our Facebook page formore info on all upcoming

events

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The PRI shop is located inRHQ, next to Regt MT we

have loads of new stock in to

accommodate all.

1030hrs - 1230hrs

Tue and [email protected]

On the last Thursday of each month the MHS Liaison Officer will conducta housing workshop at the Welfare Office. So come along and discus any

repair issues you may have.

The MHS CAP is also available on the following days - Mon - Heath House Larkhill

Tue - The Hive, Tidworth Leisure Centre

Wed - The Hive, Bulford Beeches

Thur - 177-189 Pepper Place, Warminster Fri - Heath House, Larkhill

This is for SFA Customers to personally discuss any SFA matters. TheCAP will be open from 1000 to 1400 .

What’s on in Wiltshire www.visitwiltshire.co.ukFor information on all Activities contact the Hive on 01980672420

Or visit our Facebook site. 3 Div HQ and Sig Regt

The Welfare Office holds twotickets for Cholderton Farm—come along and sign themout. Each ticket gives free

entrance for 2 adults and 2children.

Item Page

Foreword 2

What’s On 4-5

Advertisements 6-9

Useful Information

10-12

Contents



The Welfare Team

Forward by Capt Alison Bunce

A lot has happened since the last edition of Any Old Iron. The end of July culminated in a wonderful if

not rather warm re-subordination parade followed by a most enjoyable BBQ and fun day.

I do hope you have all enjoyed a good leave and a rest from work and feel refreshed for what lookslike being a busy few months up to Christmas. From 1 Sep 14 the Regiment is now called 3 SignalRegiment as we lose the Divisional Headquarters. We welcome our new CO, Lt Col AJ Smith and hisfamily to Bulford and hope they have an enjoyable time with us. We also welcome a new member of theWelfare Team to the Regiment. WO2 Rob Plews who takes over as the Welfare Warrant Officer. We

hope he and his family who have recently returned from Cyprus don’t find it too cold here and settlequickly into life in UK.

Don’t forget to put your names in the draw for free tickets to Paulton’s Park on 21 Sep 14. We will beholding a Big Brew Up to raise money for SSAFA in the week 6 – 10 Oct 14 so please get baking so wecan raise as much money as possible for our local Salisbury Plain branch. Coffee mornings will bestarting again at the Beeches every Thursday so put it in your diaries now the kids are back at school.

If you have any questions or queries please give the Welfare Team a call or pop into the Haig Centrefor a chat – we are here to help.

Take care

Alison



The Welfare Team

WO2 Rob Plews

Unit WelfareWarrant Officer

Capt ‘Alison’ Bunce

Unit WelfareOfficer

Nessy Stephenson

Unit Welfare Admin Officer

Sgt Martin Staples

Unit WelfareSNCO

Sig Matthew Wallace

Unit WelfareDriver



For all “whats on” in the Salisbury area visit: http://www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/whats-on

For more of what’s on in your area over the summermonths please visit the website below.

http://www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/explore/salisbury-

and-

surroundings/events-

and-

whats-

on/?p=2

Salisbury Charter Market

Are you looking for things to do in Wiltshire for kids? Let usgive you some ideas for some great family days out inWiltshire…

One of Wiltshire’s largest family attractions is Longleat Safari& Adventure Park featuring Monkey Temple, a JungleCruise and the Jungle Express to name but a few of thethings! Spot some of the animals made famous by the BBC’s Animal Park and let off steam in the adventure playground. Feed and stroke an array of animals at either CholdertonCharlie’s Farm or Roves Farm. Spot magnificent butterfliesat Studley Grange Butterfly World & Craft Village or stepaboard a locomotive at STEAM – Museum of the GreatWestern Railway.

Family Fun

The Charter Market is a twice-weekly retail marketheld in Salisbury Market Place, and run by the CityCouncil. The market is held every Tuesday andSaturday, except on the third Tuesday in October(due to the annual Charter Fair).

Visit the Web for more info:

http://www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/responsibilities/

Salisbury Market Place

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THE BIG BREW UP

Put the kettle on from 6–12 October to make a big difference to the lives of our Forces and their families.

The Big Brew Up is SSAFA's biggest fundraising event of the year — and it’s really easy to take part!

We’re asking you, wherever you are in the world, to hold a tea party to raise money for SSAFA and our Forces.

In 2013 there were over 1,000 tea parties that raised £130,000 for Forces families in local communities.

More Info at: http://www.thebigbrewup.org.uk/



A 12m x 24m Rectangular Marquee

£500 plain

£700 with liner

For further information please contact;

Capt. Gronn via Nessy on 01980 672365

3 Signal Regiment

PRI Marquee Hire



ITEMS FOR USE FROM THE WELFARE OFFICE

For more information on the above items please pop into the Welfare office or give us a ring tobook your item.

All monies made on the use of our items will go to their upkeep and will give us theopportunity to purchase more items for the good and benefit of the Regt.

The new PRI minibus is a Ford Toreno 9-seater, which can be driven byanyone on a normal car licence. Daily hire charge of £30 for 3DSR activitiesand £50 for personal use and all other units.

For further details please contact the MT on 01980 672468/3308

Rug Doctor is an easy to use Carpet and Upholstery cleaner that canbe booked from the welfare office at an unbelievable price of £15 a dayor £35.00 for the weekend. A deposit of £50.00 is required, which will be handed back on return ofa clean and damage free item! Cleaning Fluids are provided at anextra charge of £5.00 and must be used with this machine. All costsare to sustain the upkeep of the Item.

This Panasonic Full HD Video Camera can be booked

out for a donation of just £5.00 per dayWith its built in Memory you can record thoseMemorable moments at the touch of a button. Alsocomes with Tripod. Ideal for the festive season

Or why not try out this Nikon 26x Optical zoom Camera withmemory card so you can easily transfer all your happy snapsto your computer and pass on to your friends and family for adonation of just £5.00 per day. Record your happy snaps thisXmas.

We have two new Bouncy Castle’s, a 12 x 12 and an 18 x 24 idealfor a birthday party in your Garden. Please contact the welfareoffice for more information. 12 x 12 hire £50.00 18 x 24 hire £60.00

Terms and Conditions are to be signed, prior to using all items. As with all Bouncy Castles—There is a requirement to ensure you have personalliability insurance to cover any injuries. You will not be able to use it if you don'tso please check with your insurance company first and bring confirmation withyou

DEPENDANT ID CARDS

1. Pop into the Welfare Office with your partner or failing that your passport and a recent utilitybill. This will be used to confirm identity and relationship to a serving soldier.

2. Unit Welfare Team will then complete the initial paperwork and issue you with therelevant certificate to take to Tidworth.

3. Visit the pass office in Tidworth and have your pass issued. The whole process onarrival takes around 5 minutes. Address is as follows:

The Garrison Vetting Office

The Stables, Jagdalik Road, Tidworth

SP9 7AP Tel No: 01980 603001

Opening Hours: Mon—Fri 09.30 –1200hrs & Tue & Thur 13.30-15.30hrs



Thank you for supporting The Trussell Trust.If you'd like to give offline, please make cheques payable to 'The Trussell Trust' and send them to: The Trussell

Trust, Unit 9, Ashfield Trading Estate, Ashfield Road, Salisbury SP2 7HL

Thank you! Join us on facebook Follow us on Twitter

To plan your journey please follow the link below, it gives you a step by step guide and it is easy touse. So if you cant drive and want to get from A - B using public transport then use this site.

http://www.transportdirect.info/web2/JourneyPlanning/home.aspx?repeatingloop=Y

Army Families Federaon

Salisbury Plain Co-ordinator

Carol Morris

Tel: 07527 492783 Email:

[email protected]

ARMY WELFARE SERVICE (AWS)

AWS aim to provide a Welfare Support Service to assist with the challenge that arise in personaland service lives. If you wish to contact us please visit our website for information.

www.modoracle.com/service_welfare/aws.html Tel: Tidworth 01980 656789

CONTACT SSAFA PLAINS COORDINATOR on:

07979374864

http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Trussell-Trust/46074836918


http://twitter.com/#%21/TrussellTrust


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http://www.trusselltrust.org/content/home/home.htm

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What now? Are you a young Mum or Dad to be, or looking for extra support?

Come and join one of our small and relaxed groups providing informationon birth, baby care and becoming a parent.

Sessions are free and lunch is provided at the first session!

Future Groups – All sessions run from 10.00 – 12.30

For more information, or to be referred onto one of these courses, please speak to your

Community Midwife or phone 01722 425177 (Salisbury Hospital maternity reception)

in partnership with Salisbury Children Centres and

AFF is a registered charity that acts as a unique two-way communications link between the British Army

and its families. Find out more about AFF and its worldwide service to Army families on this website,including: where and how to find us; how we represent your views and raise your concerns; how to accessour training and employment advice; and the latest news, including the AFF Families' Journal, YOUR

magazine

© 2012 army families federation / Registered charity No. 291202

AFF, IDL 414, Floor 1, Zone 7, Ramillies Building, Marlborough Lines,Monxton Road, Andover SP11 8HJ

The Support Hub

Tedworth House, Tedworth Park, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7AJ

What is the Support Hub?

The Support Hub offers a service to residents and visitors of Tedworth House, serving wounded, injured

and sick Servicemen and women; veterans; families and carers.

It serves all three services and is made up of a range of Service Charities and organisations that

collectively offer advice and guidance on a multitude of issues that you might face, some of which are

Money

Housing

Health Social Time & Respite

Important – The Support Hub offers information, advice and guidance on a

wide range of issues. If you are facing any difficulties not listed above, this

does not mean we cannot help. Please let us know and we will help in every

way possible.

How can I access the Support Hub?

Opening hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00

Residents & Visitors can request support via Reception Tel: (01980) 844224 / 844225

Email: [email protected] Send a completed ‘Request for Support’ Form to Tedworth House (address above) Web: www.helpforheroes.org.uk

http://www.aff.org.uk/index.htm


mailto:[email protected]








POLICE. Amesbury 0845 408 7000

Salisbury 0845 408 7000

Wilton 0845 408 7000

Crime stoppers 0800 555 111

MoD Police 01980 603099

Wiltshire Police

101

ADVICE

Citizens Advice 0844 3752775

Trading Standards 08451 201202

CAB Devizes 01380 728771

ANIMALS

Lost & found 01722 502306

RSPCA 0800 1234999

Wildlife Rescue 01980 862291

TRAVEL

Travel Line

0870 6082680

National Express 08705 808080

Rail Information 08467 484950

Wilts & Dorset Bus 01722 338955

TOURIST INFORMATION

Amesbury 01980 622833

Fordingbridge 01425 654560

Mere 01747 861211

Ringwood 01425 470896

Salisbury 01722 334956

UTILITIES (emergencies only)

Gas Leaks

0800 111999 Southern Electric 08457 708090

Water 08452 780845

Floodline 08459 881188

HELP & HEALTH

Alcoholics Anonymous 01380 729064

Alcohol & Drug Advice 01722 820390

Carers Support 01722 322746

Child Line 0800 1111

Dyslexic helpline 01722 324260

Enable (disability)

01722 416188

NHS Direct 0845 4647

NHS Advice Wiltshire 01380 728899

NHS Advice Hampshire 02380 627444

NSPCC 0808 8005000

Overeaters Anonymous 07904 423485

Parenting Alone Service 0845 600 1945

Salisbury Hospital 01722 336262

Relate 01305 262285

Homeless Trust 01722 338510

Samaritans 01722 323355

Shop Mobility 01722 328068

Victim Support Wilts 01380 729476

Victim Support Hants

0845 3030900

Racial Equality Council 01225 766439

Woman’s Refuge 08457 023468

COUNCILS

Salisbury City 01722 342860

Dorset County 01306 251000

Hampshire County 01962 341841

Wiltshire 0300 4560100

East Dorset District 01202 886201

Kennet District 01380 724911

New Forest District 02380 285000

LEISURE Amesbury Sports Centre 01980 622173

Durrington Leisure 01980 594594

Salisbury City Hall 01722 434434

Art Centre 01722 321744

Football 01722 326454

Leisure 01722 339966

Library 01722 324145

Playhouse 01722 320333

HELPLINE INFORMATION

3 DSR Orderly Officer - Via Ward Guardroom

Guardroom Picton Bks- 01980 67 2922

Ward Bks - 01980 67 2794

Aspire Defence Helpline - 0845 168 2300

Military Exchange - 01722 336222

Army Welfare Service - AWS 01980 65 6789

RMP Duty Room - 01980 672222/2251

Emergencies (Police , Fire & Ambulance) - 999MOD - 01980 67 2340

Drumbeat- 01980 60 2980

www.drumbeat.org.uk

HIVE - Tid; 01980 65 0224

Bul; 01980 67 2420 ( Nicole ) HIVE on line at www.salisburyplainhive.blogspot.com

SODEXO CHILDCARE VOUCHERS

Tel- 0800 0852875

www.modchildcare.co.uk

CLEANING OF SERVICE FAMILY ACCOMMODATION

For most the thought of moving house is stressful enough, without the worries of whether or not your quarterwill pass the March Out inspection. MHS in support of DE have two dedicated companies providing aguaranteed march out. These are Ideal and Insitu, for more details go to:

www.modernhousingsolutions.com/moving/moving_pre.asp

USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS & WEB SITES



The Welfare Office is

locationed atThe Haig Centre behind the

Canadian Estate.



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