Saturday, September 7, 2024

Anti-War Demonstration Saturday 7 September 2024 at the Soviet War Memorial, Stuckenbrock.

 Timings:  14:00-17:00 hrs

 

Location :  Sowjetischer Ehrenfriedhof, Senne Strasse (A33 Exit No 23), Schloss Holte-Stuckenbrock

 

Although the demonstration is expected to be peaceful, Sennelager Garrison Community members are strongly advised to avoid the area or visiting the memorial due to parked cars lining the route and pedestrians on the approaches to the cemetery.   




Friday, September 6, 2024

Santa Trains in Germany 2024

Looking for a steam train with a special visit from Santa / St Niklaus?

These trains tend to sell out fast so if you want to get tickets book early.

Germany offers some great opportunities. One rule you have to remember is book early tickets on most trains will sell out in September / October.

You will need to visit websites and set reminders for the days ticket sales start. 

1, Eisbhan Tradition -This service travels from Hovelhof just 10min away from Normandy Bks. THis year the train will run on the 8th Dec and leaves Hovelhof at 11.45am  and 15:15. You can either ride the return journey or stop in Gutersloh and enjoy the Christmas market for a few hours and catch the 17:00 train back.

2, Brockenbhan - The Harz Mountains are one of Northern Germany's most loved attraction. Chocolate Box towns and the Brocken. One Santa train service and one Advent Train run each year. 



Halloween Events 2024

31st Oct Maize Maze + Halloween kids party plus torches and bonfire parade (weather permitting)

The maze is on a family farm 15mins away in Schlangen . Tickets can be purchased on the day €3.50 party begins at 16:00) but you can arrive earlier.