Ay Nik Planned Power Outage - 26th February 2026

 

ESBA - Ay Nik Cultural Day - 4th March 2026

 Contact the Ay Nik HIVE for more details

Akrotiri Charity Netball Match

 

Aki Netball Charity Match!

Aki we need your help!! On Saturday 21st Feb at Aki Gym from 1830pm we will be hosting our annual Charity Match in aid of Williams Dog Shelter! 

Akrotiri Parkrun - Volunteers needed

 

AKROTIRI PARKRUN - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Our usual band of merry volunteers need some help! We require some fresh faces to help fill our volunteer roles, which include timekeeping, marshalling & barcode scanning (other positions available each week).

Free Childcare for Armed Forces Families at The National Transition Event – Silverstone, 2 Mar

 

For the first time ever, the National Transition Event has partnered with RAFA Kidz to provide a free, professionally staffed crèche service for members of the Armed Forces Community with children aged 2–4 years, allowing more members of our fantastic community to attend.

Re-joining the British Army Webinar – 2nd March

 

Are you a British Army veteran thinking about re-joining?

Armed Forces Education Trust: Supporting Service Children in Education

 

ESBA Parkrun/Parkwalk

When: Saturday mornings from 08.00 (07.50 for first timers brief)

Where: Ayios Nikolaos

Who: Open to all over 4 years of age (children must be accompanied by an adult) who hold a valid Station Pass

Parkrun is a free community event where you can run, jog or walk a 5km course at your own pace.

Parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive event.

There is no time limit and no one finishes last, Parkrun is not a race.

The ESBA Parkrun has a Parkwalker and a Tailwalker so you are never alone.

There are regular "Chase the Pacer" events for those that wish to achieve a PB.

If you don't want to run or walk there are plenty of opportunities for volunteering at the event, the volunteers are the ones that make Parkrun happen.

For more details or to volunteer please contact the ESBA Parkrun team at esba@parkrun.com or check out the webpage - https://www.parkrun.org.uk/esba/ 

ESBA - Mercury Cinema (Ay Nik) - 08/02/26 - 04/03/26

 

The Key Cinema may be closed till May but the Mercury Cinema at Ay Nik is open for BFC pass holders.

Card only from 1st March.

ESBA - 58th Dhekelia Dash

 

Relocation Checklist – for moves within the UK and to/from overseas

"Army HIVE’s Relocation Checklist covers moves to and from the UK, and also moves to and from Overseas locations. This information sheet is provided to enable the Service community to consider actions pre-move, and to support them with the relevant links to assist with achieving those actions. HIVEs can assist if needed.”

Relocation checklist HERE - Please note that this will not be accessible via a ModNet device.

BFBS whats on!

 

Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS.  Full listings can be found on our website

Akrotiri Zumba

 

ZUMBA IS ABOUT TO TAKE OVER 

 19:30 – 20:20

 The Gym Hall

 £5

 Bring water (Zumba gets sweaty )

Expect:

 Huge Latin-inspired beats

 High-energy Zumba moves

 Non-stop smiles

Never tried Zumba before? PERFECT.

Love Zumba already? EVEN BETTER.

All you need to do is show up. We’ll handle the rest.

For £5 you get:

 A full mood reset

 A heart-pumping Zumba session

 That unstoppable, post-dance glow

Akrotiri - Pots and Tots

 

DO YOU HAVE A CHILD UNDER 5?

Join the SSAFA team at Pots&Tots, an interactive nutrition session filled with food and fun learning.

*All food is suitable for weaning ages.

If you would like to join our Akrotiri session, please book your place here:

https://forms.office.com/e/72ABX5VQe9

BFC Mass Notification System

Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay one step ahead. 

The British Forces Cyprus Mass Notification System is now open for you and your family — and trust me, you’ll want to be on it. 

Why? Because life moves fast, and when something important happens, you don’t want to hear it last. From emergencies to local updates, you’ll get real‑time alerts straight to your phone, email, landline, or app. Quick, clear, and exactly when you need it.

Signing up takes less time than making a cup of tea — seriously. 

Click here: https://member.everbridge.net/76486388220041/login or scan the QR code below. 

Stay in the loop, stay safe, and keep your community connect.

Episkopi: CESSAC Job Vacancy

Military Coworking Network: FREE online events

 

If you’re an adult family member of a person who is serving with the UK military (past or present) then you’re welcome to join MCN’s online events. They have a wide range of events on weekly, from virtual coworking, through to craft and chat and special online masterclasses too, and best of all it’s completely free! Find out more at www.militarycoworking.uk

 

New MOD Policy on Overseas Assignments published: Overseas Accompanied Service Assessments

 

A new MOD policy giving guidance to Service personnel and their families on considering and preparing for an overseas posting has been published today on Gov.uk at this link:  Overseas Accompanied Service Assessments - GOV.UK.

 

Little Troopers All Together Online – Wednesday 18th February

 

All Together Online this Wednesday (18th) in half term! Little Troopers hope lots of little troopers can join Space Detectives at 11am for an In the Night Sky Workshop.

Book your free place via Little Troopers Page Events Archive - Little Troopers

Kids Eat Free or for £1 February Half Term 2026

 

To find places that are offering the Kids Eat Free (or for £1) deal over February Half Term 2026, then visit: https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free

 

DMWS Bereavement Support

You don’t have to go through grief alone.
If you have lost a loved one in the Armed Forces in service or due to service related reasons, we are here for you.
DMWS are working alongside Scotty's Little Soldiers, Cruse Bereavement Support, Cruse Scotland, and The Poppy Factory to help those who may need support and advice after the loss of a loved one in service or for service related reasons.

Recycling Centre closures for Green Monday

 

Army Welfare Service (AWS) Specialist Welfare referral form

 

The Army Welfare Service (AWS) has launched the new Specialist Welfare (SW) referral Microsoft Form, which is now the standard method for submitting all SW referrals.

 

Episkopi: Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club

Their next breakfast will be held on Saturday the 7th March. At The 3 Keys Pub and Grub Starting at 0930hrs.

On this occasion the RBL Limassol Branch are going to sponsor 30 breakfasts up to the value of 10 euro.

To be eligible you must:

A) Be a current or former member of the Armed Forces or spouse thereof and
B) Book with the AFVBC by Thursday 5 March.

Booking in advance is essential as places are limited and the 3 Keys must be given numbers in advance.

Those that have booked the free breakfast should obtain a token to be issued on the day, to be used as payment when ordering breakfast. Additional items such as tea/coffee are not included.
If not already a member. 

Sign up at https://www.facebook.com/groups/afvbc.episkopi/ or Email:episkopi.afvbc@gmail.com 

Nexus/The Children’s Society: Young carers in the Armed Forces latest newsletter

 

Nexus is a three-year project funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Trust. The project aims to improve support,  resources and access to services for young carers within armed forces families.

Electoral Commission: Guidance and key dates for registering to vote in elections on 7 May

 

The Electoral Commission has published key dates for voters ahead of the UK-wide elections on 7 May.

 

Please go to Key dates for voters in 2026 | Electoral Commission, where information for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland can be selected.  Deadlines start from 20 Apr 2026.

 

There is also information available for the Armed Forces and their spouses/partners on registering to vote at Voting as a member of the armed forces | Electoral Commission and also on Gov.uk at: Register to vote (armed forces) - GOV.UK.  These webpages include options to vote by proxy or post.

 

BFBS’ Award-Winning Sitrep Podcast Live from Munich Security Conference

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) has broadcast a special edition of its flagship Sitrep podcast from the Munich Security Conference 2026, marking the organisation’s first-ever presence at the world’s leading global 

security forum.

 

Episkopi: Community Notice about Pine Processionary Caterpillars

With caterpillar season underway, please stay vigilant! We kindly ask that you only report sightings in high-risk areas (e.g., schools, playgrounds, gardens etc). Note: Please distinguish harmful Processionary Caterpillars from harmless ‘March Caterpillars.’ For reporting instructions, identification tips, and relevant info, please refer to the above poster.