The Hive

The worldwide network of Hive Information Centres are there to offer a focal point for the local community, and to welcome new arrivals whether they be married accompanied, married unaccompanied or single. They provide news and information on what is happening in the locality and will point you in the right direction for information that is not available directly from their own resources.

A Hive Information Officer manages each Hive. The Information Officers are trained for the task of running their Hive in accordance with agreed tri-Service Hive policies, these policies include confidentiality undertakings. They are given an understanding of national and local welfare issues and the procedures involved in order to access the appropriate welfare agencies whenever such needs arise. They also maintain close liaison with local schools, Tourist Information Centres, local authorities, Citizens Advice Bureau, single Service and Tri-Service welfare and similar organisations.

Accessibility is a key aspect of the Hive organisation. Appointments are not required. Hive Information Centres are opening 20, 30 or 40 hours per week, with the actual opening hours set by the location and community needs

Hive Information Centres are there to respond to the needs of the Service community. Let them know your needs.

The Hive Information Centre at Royal Air Force College Cranwell:

The Hive Information Centre at Royal Air Force College Cranwell is located opposite the Main Guard Room/Station Main Gate, in the Brunei Community Centre (BCC).

The Cranwell Hive is open 37 hours a week: 8am to 3pm Mon-Wed-Fri and between 8am to 4pm Tue-Thu. The Hive Information Officer is Keith Wilson.

The Hive is available on 01400 267180, Military network 95751 7180 or e-mail on cranwell@hivegb.co.uk