Aldershot is a Cfb according to the Kppen climate classification. 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. 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) [5] In 1860, Prince Albert established and endowed the Prince Consort's Library. [13], Smith-Dorrien House, the local social facility for soldiers, was completed in 1909. Despite its obvious advantages, Reigate was situated in prime agricultural land that would prove too expensive to purchase. Growing Up In Aldershot - Nick Litten [IBM i AS400 iSeries] Software Serving district council Rushmoor Borough Council Council website www.rushmoor.gov.uk. Aldershot F.C. - Wikipedia 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. [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]. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Farnborough Airport is 5 miles away, Heathrow is 29 miles, and Gatwick is 43 miles away. 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]. Army families say they are given 'filthy' homes to live in. Other footballers born in Aldershot include Craig Maskell (a striker for clubs including Southampton, Swindon Town and Reading) during the 1980s and 1990s, and Bruce Rioch. Many agreed with Decimus Burton that the statue looked ridiculous since it was out of proportion. HQ Aldershot Command continued in existence until c. February 1941, when it was replaced by HQ Aldershot Area. 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. 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. Married quarters would be adjacent to, but not integrated with, the living areas of major units, and there should be community buildings for use of soldiers, wives, and families. Married quarters are houses or appartments for married members of the military, in places where it is reasonable to be accompanied by a family. [42] Until December 2007 the Parachute Regiment and Airborne Forces Museum was in Aldershot. This group of barracks then became known as the Marlborough Lines. [14][15][16], In 1854, at the time of the Crimean War, Aldershot Garrison was established as the first permanent training camp for the British Army. Circa 1929, a track operated at a stadium in Boxalls Lane. 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. 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[9], In the late 1870s, it was decided that the original hutted camp needed to be replaced with some more permanent structures. The garrison was established when the War Department bought a large area of land near to the village of Aldershot, with the objective . Aldershot (town) | Military Wiki | Fandom 22nd Field Hospital, Royal Army Medical Corps, 4th Armoured Medical Regiment, Royal Army Medical Corps, Aldershot narrow-gauge suspension railway. [19], Today, the military town has a population of around 10,500. This has created a 30% drop in the reservoir. [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. The original land was a lake that had become overgrown with weeds. Posted 27/3/10. [20] North Camp station is the garrison's original railway station. 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. Or theres O'Connor road,North Road, mons Close, Slim, Gort and Napier Closes are lovely and quiet and only a 5 min drive to 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. [13], Smith-Dorrien House, the local social facility for soldiers, was completed in 1909. There are also two private schools, Salesian College and Farnborough Hill School in nearby Farnborough. They all literally smell of dog and they're not down properly either, so my toddler has already got her foot stuck and banged her head.". 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 response to the complaints, a spokeswoman for Amey has said that they are working to address the issues. The area also houses various military and regimental museums, including the Aldershot Military Museum, housed in a red-brick Victorian barracks. Hannah has spoken to other wives who feel in a similarly desperate situation with their housing. At the time of the attack, Aldershot garrison was an entirely open garrison. Mrs Louisa Daniell arrived in the town at this time and set up her Soldier's Home and Institute to cater for the spiritual needs of the soldiers and their families. Over time, this camp grew into a military town and continues to be used by the Army to the present day. These detailed plans show the hospitals and accompanying buildings on the basement and ground floors. Are those areas you listed married quarters patches as we can't just name roads? you can reuse a description created by others, just as they can use yours. In 2012, it was styled as the Aldershot Garrison Show, a smaller free event held on Armed Forces Day. It houses Aldershot Garrison's married quarters, barracks, Army playing fields and other sporting facilities.