@@jillhobson6128 Yeah it's terrible what happened to the poor lad and the events after but why jump on this channel going on about it? It's nothing to do with these people! I don't blame you for what Fred west did! That's how silly it sounds.
@@visiblyshaken126 I merely replied to what US bases could do to explain how they could advise troops to conduct themselves in the UK. It's nothing to with the Fred West case, he was tried by the British legal system. Anna Sarcoolas wasn't and fled British justice. The US government's reaction was abominable. If it was the other way round, they'd have demanded extradition.
We were there in 1985-88, and have to say I agree that it’s much nicer now than at that time. More eating choice for sure, and if we wanted furniture or bedding, we had to buy it off base !
I was so happy to see the gift shop still open at Mildenhall. She had some great items that I bought to bring home. Did the Bird and hand go out of business We actually had to spend a night there waiting for an early morning hop. One lady felt so bad for me she offered me her guest room. We made it home.
Stationed at RAF Lakenheath from 96-99. Lakenheath px looks so big compared back when I was there. Look like Baskin-Robbins isn't there anymore., it was at the front just as you enter the PX. Mildenhall didn't have a PX back in the day but there was a Toyland. Looks like then moved the furniture shop from RAF Feltwell to Mildenhall. great times there, thanks for the memories...
Mildenhall’s could use some love for sure. Lakenheath’s is pretty decent, good selection to choose from. They just installed a new outdoor track that is really nice
Can you do a comparison of the entertainment locations at each base? I was gonna be playing in The Galaxy Bar in Mildenhall back in 2012 but it got changed to The Tudor Bar. That was fun. I'm interested in seeing all of the venues and what other entertainment is on base.
When I was stationed at RAF Fairford in May 2007 to May 2009 , I always had to drive all the way there it took at least three to four hours but it was worth the trip if you was not driving to RAF Alconbury but you would always go to the Burger King and Tacobell on the Lakenheath side. The kabob shops we had in Fairford were just like ordering McDonalds and Burger King. Only difference I was 22 and 23 at the time. They always had very pretty female service clerks who worked the cash register and I remember trying to get with one of them. Unfortunately no cigar but the Commissary is a little bigger. We did buy meats there that we couldn't get at RAF Fairford so it was worth the trip. Over all I remember Lakenheaths fuel station is right by the Commissary so, where Mildenhall had there was perfect within the BX. How many remember the 3rd Air Force driving course we had to undergo before being allowed to drive in Britain. I remember getting that and you felt like you was let loose to explore. I was able to bring my vehicle from the states as some Brits liked it and others hated it. But I was the only single Airman at the time with a truck so I hauled a lot of stuff on the base and for he locals and Airman when people needed help. But I miss it there. It was a once in a lifetime experience. Always will cherish that
I’m so sorry to hear that was your experience :( I personally work with many LNDH employees and love having that opportunity. My squadron has even started hosting Civilian Appreciation Days regularly. I think the culture has been bad in the past and everyone really wants to help build better relationships - Alaytra
@@AroundtheWorldandBeck I was assaulted by another member of staff and the management did nothing. That was the final straw for me. They were also making me work over the legal maximum amount of hours a person can work in the UK
Having been on several USAF bases (including Mildenhall and Lakenheath) when I served in the RAF, the American management seem to think that the employment laws of the host country in regards to the employment of local does not apply to them as they regard it as US soil. Also, the base seems to want to isolate themselves from the local community. When they do venture out of the base they seem to be surprised that the locals have electricity and running water. Ok, it is Suffolk but really? Plus in the US companies seem to want employees to work themselves to death for the benefit of the company. It says it all that a UK McDonald's worker gets three times the wages as a McDonald's worker in the US. But I have to admit USAF bases have far better facilities than an RAF base. You be lucky to have a Spar shop on base
@@johnmartin7599 Yes I agree the shop on a USAF base are so much better than an RAF base. They may think that US employment laws apply to local national employee but unfortunately they are wrong and local employment laws apply. The Airmen rarely venture off base, I've heard so many airmen say the UK is so boring and then when I ask them where they have been they say just to Bury Saint Edmunds or Cambridge. Well of course your going to get bored if you only go to two places our rail network is amazing and you can get to some amazing places in just an hour or two. I understand the ones that were here during the covid lockdowns, I completely understand being bored. I was too 😂😂 but we are out of it all. So go out and explore.
@@blueberry_dino4675 agree with you, I spent 3 years at Honnington and yes Bury St Edmunds is OK but it's not London, Birmingham or any other of the big cities in the UK. When was out in Germany, heard the same comment from airmen who spent thier entire tour around the local area and never once ventured out of yue local area. Waste of a good posting
Mildenhall gas still not operational. Lakenheath almost routinely runs out of gas without notices put out. Typical overcharges on any pricing even compared to English pricing. Pretty lacking and without a Target or Walmart around, more or less, the only option sometimes.
We feel your feel right now, trust us! Especially with the RAFL gas station closing in a few weeks, things are about to get crazy!! Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch! It really helps the channel grow!!
When I was there 1973-75 we used to call it "Moldy Hole", with the greatest affection of course! I still miss it as much as I've ever missed anyplace in my life.
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Teach them to drive on the correct side of the road so that they don't kill a 19 year old motorcyclist.
@@jillhobson6128 Grow up! Don't judge everyone in one person's actions.
@@visiblyshaken126 I am grown up as are most people in the UK who are disgusted by Anna Sarcoolas behaviour and the US government's reaction.
@@jillhobson6128 Yeah it's terrible what happened to the poor lad and the events after but why jump on this channel going on about it? It's nothing to do with these people! I don't blame you for what Fred west did! That's how silly it sounds.
@@visiblyshaken126 I merely replied to what US bases could do to explain how they could advise troops to conduct themselves in the UK.
It's nothing to with the Fred West case, he was tried by the British legal system. Anna Sarcoolas wasn't and fled British justice.
The US government's reaction was abominable. If it was the other way round, they'd have demanded extradition.
Loved my short time stationed here everyone was lovely on base great time!
It didn't look like this when I was stationed there in the 80's. Massive improvement.
Searched RUclips for exactly this. I am an Army vet, it's commonly referred to as "BX" by Air Force personnel and "PX" by Army personnel.
BX at Mildenhall is much bigger and fancier than it was when I was stationed at Mildenhall in 1973-75.
Lakenheath same time
We were there in 1985-88, and have to say I agree that it’s much nicer now than at that time. More eating choice for sure, and if we wanted furniture or bedding, we had to buy it off base !
I was so happy to see the gift shop still open at Mildenhall. She had some great items that I bought to bring home. Did the Bird and hand go out of business We actually had to spend a night there waiting for an early morning hop. One lady felt so bad for me she offered me her guest room. We made it home.
Bird and Hand is still open too!
Stationed at RAF Lakenheath from 96-99. Lakenheath px looks so big compared back when I was there. Look like Baskin-Robbins isn't there anymore., it was at the front just as you enter the PX. Mildenhall didn't have a PX back in the day but there was a Toyland. Looks like then moved the furniture shop from RAF Feltwell to Mildenhall. great times there, thanks for the memories...
Moving to mildenhall soon! Love these videos! More like this!
Thank you so much! Hope your move the the base goes well! Let us know if you have anything you’d like to see!!
Good luck, I enjoyed my time there 38 years ago. Still have British friends I’m in contact with to this day!
Love the videos! I’ll be moving to Lakenheath in a few weeks. How are the gyms on base?
Mildenhall’s could use some love for sure. Lakenheath’s is pretty decent, good selection to choose from. They just installed a new outdoor track that is really nice
Can you do a comparison of the entertainment locations at each base? I was gonna be playing in The Galaxy Bar in Mildenhall back in 2012 but it got changed to The Tudor Bar. That was fun. I'm interested in seeing all of the venues and what other entertainment is on base.
When I was stationed at RAF Fairford in May 2007 to May 2009 , I always had to drive all the way there it took at least three to four hours but it was worth the trip if you was not driving to RAF Alconbury but you would always go to the Burger King and Tacobell on the Lakenheath side. The kabob shops we had in Fairford were just like ordering McDonalds and Burger King. Only difference I was 22 and 23 at the time. They always had very pretty female service clerks who worked the cash register and I remember trying to get with one of them. Unfortunately no cigar but the Commissary is a little bigger. We did buy meats there that we couldn't get at RAF Fairford so it was worth the trip. Over all I remember Lakenheaths fuel station is right by the Commissary so, where Mildenhall had there was perfect within the BX.
How many remember the 3rd Air Force driving course we had to undergo before being allowed to drive in Britain. I remember getting that and you felt like you was let loose to explore. I was able to bring my vehicle from the states as some Brits liked it and others hated it. But I was the only single Airman at the time with a truck so I hauled a lot of stuff on the base and for he locals and Airman when people needed help. But I miss it there. It was a once in a lifetime experience. Always will cherish that
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Wow haircuts are expensive on base! I’d go to the Turkish barbers in Lakenheath High Street.
How cushy now, we had the naafi back in the 70s as a convienience store too
I haven't seen any videos of the dorms at Mildenhall, are they solo dorm rooms or do you have to share a room like you do in tech school?
I’m thinking about applying to work there, not the BX but as a shuttle driver
very kewl im dual national and plan on using the base for things!
Nice! If you see us around, say hi! Hope this video helped :)
I remember when my step dad policed raf upper heyford we could shop there being british iv never seen a bucket size peanut butter last us 5 months 😂
im an air cadet, got the chance to go lakenheath back in 2019 was v nice
Always wanted to go to these places but as am British and not in the forces can’t go to get my American things when am not over in the states
Nice you don't have to drive out to RAF Feltwell to buy furniture anymore
I went to school at Feltwell in the 70s. It's still there?!!!
I want to go how can I visit as Bx I guess iits difficult being a civilian love the selection you have its Fantastic better than a uk shopping centre
Do they still sell Humming Bird feeders ?
Let’s just say an RAF station that’s British is extremely different, and leave it at that. 😂 lucky to have a Spar shop most of the time.
Can you do a video comparing the fitness centers?
Can US citizens not in the forces use the BX and base for goods or only personnel?
I worked at the Mildenhall BX for a while, they don't treat the local nationals very well.
I’m so sorry to hear that was your experience :( I personally work with many LNDH employees and love having that opportunity. My squadron has even started hosting Civilian Appreciation Days regularly. I think the culture has been bad in the past and everyone really wants to help build better relationships
- Alaytra
@@AroundtheWorldandBeck I was assaulted by another member of staff and the management did nothing. That was the final straw for me. They were also making me work over the legal maximum amount of hours a person can work in the UK
Having been on several USAF bases (including Mildenhall and Lakenheath) when I served in the RAF, the American management seem to think that the employment laws of the host country in regards to the employment of local does not apply to them as they regard it as US soil. Also, the base seems to want to isolate themselves from the local community. When they do venture out of the base they seem to be surprised that the locals have electricity and running water. Ok, it is Suffolk but really? Plus in the US companies seem to want employees to work themselves to death for the benefit of the company. It says it all that a UK McDonald's worker gets three times the wages as a McDonald's worker in the US. But I have to admit USAF bases have far better facilities than an RAF base. You be lucky to have a Spar shop on base
@@johnmartin7599 Yes I agree the shop on a USAF base are so much better than an RAF base. They may think that US employment laws apply to local national employee but unfortunately they are wrong and local employment laws apply. The Airmen rarely venture off base, I've heard so many airmen say the UK is so boring and then when I ask them where they have been they say just to Bury Saint Edmunds or Cambridge. Well of course your going to get bored if you only go to two places our rail network is amazing and you can get to some amazing places in just an hour or two. I understand the ones that were here during the covid lockdowns, I completely understand being bored. I was too 😂😂 but we are out of it all. So go out and explore.
@@blueberry_dino4675 agree with you, I spent 3 years at Honnington and yes Bury St Edmunds is OK but it's not London, Birmingham or any other of the big cities in the UK. When was out in Germany, heard the same comment from airmen who spent thier entire tour around the local area and never once ventured out of yue local area. Waste of a good posting
Mildenhall gas still not operational. Lakenheath almost routinely runs out of gas without notices put out. Typical overcharges on any pricing even compared to English pricing. Pretty lacking and without a Target or Walmart around, more or less, the only option sometimes.
We feel your feel right now, trust us! Especially with the RAFL gas station closing in a few weeks, things are about to get crazy!!
Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch! It really helps the channel grow!!
I miss Mildy
When I was there 1973-75 we used to call it "Moldy Hole", with the greatest affection of course! I still miss it as much as I've ever missed anyplace in my life.
Do they still have that store on Mildenhall, that sells guitars?
Yes. It’s in the Bob Hope center
Please post more videos! I was stationed at RAFL in the mid 90’s, and I miss it
@@toddmenard5525 Can do! Anything specific you miss? We can try and make a video
I walk or drive thru of the non ops side of Lakenheath would rule.
Are civilians allowed to shop at the Base Exchange???
@notme1345 to enter a shopping mall ????
Can we Brits gain access to these shops ??
I think you can but you need an ID to get onto the base, but I'm not sure if it'll work, I think you have to get registered, but again I'm not sure
Sorry to be a little negative, but this is well known info in the military environment and why are we advertising this to the general public.
Can you buy guns there as well 😂🤣🇺🇸🇺🇸
No unfortunately
Only 50s and hand grenades