NEW ARRIVALS GUIDE 2013 Brunssum - BrunssumBrits

MISSION STATEMENT
HIVE Information centres support the chain of
command and Tri-service communities through the
provision of up to date and relevant information.
DISCLAIMER
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displayed in the HIVE does not necessarily reflect the
policies or opinions of HM Government, the Ministry of
Defence or Tri-Service HIVE. The accuracy of
brochures displayed is not guaranteed.
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CONTENTS
Page
HIVE Mission Statement & Disclaimer 1
Contents 2
Welcome to Brunssum 3
HIVE opening hours 4
What can we do for you? 5
A –Z of HIVE Information 6 –14
Other HIVE Booklets 15
Emergency numbers 16
Other HIVE locations 17
Clothing Guide 18
Food translations 19-21
Helpful hints and tips 22
The HIVE is situated at UKJSU Building 603 JFC HQ Brunssum
Last updated July 2013
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WELCOME TO BRUNSSUM HIVE
The HIVE would like to offer you a warm welcome to The JFC HQ
Brunssum Military Complex. This booklet is designed to answer some of
the questions that may arise when you first arrive in Brunssum,
particularly if it is your first posting to the Netherlands. The HIVE is
situated at building 603 UKJSU and our opening hours are on the
following page. Please feel free to pop in and see us, leave us a
message on our answer phone or send us an E-mail and we will get
back to you.
The HIVE is an information centre for the Service Community, which
includes single, unaccompanied and married serving personnel,
civilian MOD employees and their dependents.
Before your arrival you should have received a copy of the JFC HQ
Brunssum Official Support Group Package, which gives more detailed
information about the local community including housing, schools, and
welfare support and station facilities. Booklets are available from The
HIVE.
Our aim is to provide a professional information and referral service.
We endeavour to answer all your queries and find the information you
need, or point you in the right direction for the best possible help and
support. We can offer you a welcome pack with maps and
information leaflets to get you started in your new posting.
If you are on the Internet the website www.bfgnet.de/hive-europe will
also give you lots of useful information. You will find the HIVE E-mail
address here too.
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HIVE OPENING HOURS
MONDAY 09:00 to 15.00
TUESDAY 09:00 to 15.00
WEDNESDAY 09:00 to 15.00
THURSDAY 09:00 to 15.00
FRIDAY 09:00 to 13.00
TELEPHONE 0031- 45-526-2891
E MAIL
WEBSITE
brunssum@hive-europe.co.uk
www.bfgnet.de/hive-europe
We look forward to seeing you in the HIVE
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WHAT CAN YOUR HIVE DO FOR YOU?
We can provide you with information of the following areas:
New arrival Information
Transport and holidays
Local tourism
Travel
Clubs & Societies
Family & Welfare
Employment
Leisure
Health & Safety
Consumer & Business
Legal matters
Postings & Departures
Communications
Education
Theme parks
Great days out
Benefits
Taxes
Customs
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A – Z OF USEFUL INFORMATION
The following information is aimed at providing a general guide, which
we hope will make settling in to JFC HQ a little easier. More detailed
information is available on many of these subjects by contacting the
HIVE team.
ACCOMODATION FOR UNACCOMPANIED PERSONNEL
Accommodation for Junior Ranks
The accommodation block, is building 306 which is located on camp
close to the Gym, cinema, pool and B&S Stores. The Brit bar is also
located within block 306. The block is currently mixed accommodation
and has free Wi-Fi throughout. Contact the Block senior on (0031) 45
526 2567 for bookings and further information.
Accommodation for Senior Ranks
There isn’t a mess here to accommodate single/unaccompanied
service personnel, so you will be allocated a flat, which you may have
to share. The kitchens are furnished with a fridge, cooker and a
comprehensive pack-up of kitchen equipment, you will need to
purchase food from local supermarkets and to assist with this you are
entitled to LOS LOA allowance. There are no washing machines/tumble
dryers so you may need to purchase these. These flats are close
together in Brunssum; there are pubs, pizza and restaurants just around
the corner too. Contact the DIO housing clerk in Shape for bookings
and further information (details below).
Accommodation for Officers
You will need to contact the Prom Office for allocation of Officer
Quarters. Contact the DIO housing clerk in Shape for bookings and
further information.
DIO Housing clerk:
Tel: (0032) 65443801
Fax: (0032) 65444745
E-mail: SHAPEUKSU-HousingClk@mod.uk
Housing Assistant DIO SHAPE
Housing Office
SHAPE
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ACCOMODATION FOR ACCOMPANIED PERSONNEL
To apply for a hiring, you will need to complete a MOD form 1132 from
the Defence Intranet and once completed either post, email or fax it
to:
DIO Housing clerk:
Tel: (0032) 65443801
Fax: (0032) 65444745
E-mail: SHAPEUKSU-HousingClk@mod.uk
Housing Assistant DIO SHAPE
Housing Office
SHAPE
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For information regarding the housing and also once you are living in
the Netherlands, all housing queries must be addressed with Ms Betsy
Palm, DIO Office manager tel: 045 526 3011
ALIEN REGISTRATION AND ID CARDS
NATO ID Cards
You get this from Passes and Permits on the old main gate. You need to
get form JFC B 162D card applications from UKJSU admin office. You
need your husband/wife and any children and matching passports.
They take your photo and issue you with your ID’s and 2 spare photos.
Registering as aliens
Everyone in the family apart from the Service person has to register as
aliens. You will need to go to the Royal Marechaussee Offices, which
are situated inside the camp (next to passes & permits). You will need
the spare photos from your ID cards, your passports and all the family.
You will fill in some paperwork and then you will get a letter sent to you
informing you that your alien registration cards are ready for collection.
BANKING
Your sponsor will take you to open a bank account, most people tend
to use the ABN-AMRO bank in Brunssum 045 5644224, but you can use
any bank. You will need your NATO ID card and passport to do this,
(your sponsor will have taken you to passes and permits to get these).
You must make an appointment to open a bank account. You need to
open your account before you sign up for telephone/internet.
BULLETIN
Local and community information including details of events and
activities is sent out in the HIVE weekly newsletter. The newsletter is sent
via email to all those that sign up to it. A copy can also be collected
from the HIVE at any time.
CHILDCARE
UK personnel and families can apply to use the US Child Development
Centre (CDC) services for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. For
more information contact CDC directly on (0031) 045 526 2575
The HIVE does not hold a list of Childminders.
CHURCH SERVICES
Sunday services are conducted by the US chapel services.
General protestant service commences 0930 every Sunday
Catholic Sunday service commences 1130
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For further information contact the US admin officer on JFC HQ Mil Ext
2940 or 2959. If calling from a civilian line prefix ext with 045 526.
CLUBS
There are various clubs available at JFC HQ, please pop into the
HIVE for further details. Also check the notice boards around UKJSU
and elsewhere around camp as these are updated regularly.
UKJSU COFFEE SHOP AND SNACK BAR
A great place to have a break, the UKDJSU is situated on the Ground
Floor of Building 306, the heart of the UKJSU. In addition to serving a
wide selection of coffees and tea, there are a selection of freshly
made sandwiches, baguettes and salads prepared on the premises on
a daily basis. The coffee shop is an ideal meeting place for all
personnel, and dependants and an excellent community facility which
relies on your custom, please support it! An ideal drop in point after
taking the children to school or just in need of a break from the office,
do pop in and try it out.
COMMUNICATIONS
Mobile phones
These can be purchased from many of the shops in Heerlen, they have
Vodafone, Orange and the Dutch company KPN (equivalent to BT). If
purchasing a mobile contract, check the clauses regarding
termination of contract if posted at short notice prior to signing up.
CONFIDENTIAL HELPLINES
Alcoholics Anonymous 0044 01904 644026/
0044 0113 2455467(out of hours)
Victim Support JHQ Mil: 2272
Civil: 0049 02161 472 2272
Samaritans 0044 (0)8457 90 90 90
Army Welfare Support JHQ Mil: (72)4817
Civil: 0049 02161 4724817
SSAFA Forces Help 0044 0207403 8783
CYCLISTS
When driving in The Netherlands always remember it is different from
the UK and Germany. Cyclists have priority on most roads where cycle
paths are situated.
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DRIVING LICENCE
When you arrive at Brunssum you are required to take a Tick test at
British MT. Please contact 045 526 3836 on arrival for more details.
EATING OUT
We have so many areas for this and you will want to check them all
out. Brunssum, Heerlen, Maastricht and Aachen all have great
restaurants and cafes. Pop in to the HIVE for more information.
ELECTRICITY
It is 240v as per UK but you will need adapter plugs to use the European
sockets, you can obtain these from local shops.
EMPLOYMENT
Any vacancies that arise will be advertised on the notice boards
beside the UKJSU Coffee shop as well as in the HIVE newsletter and in
weekly URO’s.
EMAIL
The HIVE have set up a bulk e-mail distribution service. If you wish to
add your e-mail address to the list, please either call into the HIVE or
click on the link on our homepage or just send us an email. The HIVE will
then send you the weekly newsletter, along with any other community
relevant information.
FURTHER EDUCATION AND COURSES
The Electronic learning centre (Learndirect) offers many courses which
are open to all UK NATO ID cardholders and dependents. For details of
the full range of courses on offer contact the learning centre on (0031)
045 526 3455 or e-mail jfcbrunssum@alc.detsa.co.uk
HIVE DATABASE
The HIVE’s computer database is an A-Z of useful local information,
services, clubs, businesses, telephone numbers etc.
The database is updated regularly and if you would like something to
be included please contact the HIVE staff.
HOUSING
Houses for British families in the JFC Brunssum area are made up of
hirings. These are properties leased from local landlords /housing
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associations. The housing is administered in the normal way, by the UK
military authorities including march in and out.
Houses are built in the Dutch style and tend to be open plan on the
ground floor. Kitchens can be substantially smaller than you may be
used to, staircases are generally steeper and narrower making access
to the first floor and the attic (where one exists) difficult for bulky items.
You should make your removal company aware of this fact and
suggest that they arrange a hoist so that bulky items can be lifted to
the first floor via a window. Additionally Dutch houses generally lack
built in wardrobes so remember to request these from supply .
To apply for housing contact DIO at SHAPE below:
DIO Housing clerk:
Tel: (0032) 65443801
Fax: (0032) 65444745
E-mail: SHAPEUKSU-HousingClk@mod.uk
Housing Assistant DIO SHAPE
Housing Office
SHAPE
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ID CARDS
All military personnel, entitled civilians and dependants are required to
carry a NATO ID card which is obtained from the admin office UKJSU.
INTERNET
Free Internet access is available in the coffee shop & ELC at UKJSU and
the international library.
LEAFLETS
The HIVE holds leaflets containing a huge variety of information on
everything from benefits to days out. We hold core information on a
variety of subjects including education, social security, health, housing,
communications etc. We also have dozens of pamphlets on local
attractions and places of interest, as well as things to do further afield.
We have produced comprehensive booklets giving you ideas for day
trips either with or without children in mind. If you're stuck for ideas on
what to do or where to go, then just pop in to see us.
LEGAL HELP and INFORMATION
The HIVE holds information on customs and excise and legal matters.
LEGAL AID: UK 0845 345 4 345; https://www.gov.uk/legal-aid/how-toclaim
ARMY Legal assistance in BIELEFELD Mil 81 3191/3196
Civ 0521 9254 3191/3196
OFFICE OF FAIR TRADING: UK 08457 22 44 99 or email
enquiries@oft.gsi.gov.uk
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MAPS
We hold a stock of maps in the HIVE office. If you would like one please
pop in and see us.
MARKETS
Most town centres host a market on a Saturday plus one other during
the week. Please be aware that the majority of shops close on a
Saturday at 5pm. Each main town centre takes it in turns opening on a
Sunday (Koopzondag).
Certain shopping areas open on the last Sunday of each month from
approx 1000 – 1600. For information regarding these areas, local
markets and late night shopping please call in the HIVE.
MEDICAL AND DENTAL CENTRE (BMC)
You should go to the medical and dental centre within the first 7 days
of your arrival to register yourself and/or your family. This will speed up
the arrival of your notes and documents.
Don‘t wait for an emergency, register immediately.
Contact the BMC TEL : 045 526 2497
MONEY MATTERS
All pay queries can be dealt with through the admin office by
calling 045 526 3192 or 2892.
PETROL ENTITLEMENTS
Petrol entitlement is paid directly into your bank account. Contact the
Admin office for more information tel : 0031-45-526 3780
(BRINGING) PETS TO THE NETHERLANDS
Before you arrive you must inform the Housing Office (PROM) of any
pets you will be bringing with you. The HIVE holds a guide of local vets,
kennels, catteries and web pages with information on pet passports.
PLACES TO VISIT
The HIVE have city guides to Amsterdam, Berlin and Prague.
We have Valkenburg approx 9 miles away with its selection of British
pubs, that serve English Breakfast! Sittard has a curry house (a rarity in
Holland) located near the railway station. Brunssum just minutes away
from camp and has about half a dozen pubs and enough take-aways
and restaurants to keep you going. Call in to find out more.
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POSTINGS
The HIVE can obtain Welcome Guides from other stations.
REGISTERING YOUR CAR
You need to have done your tick test about Dutch/German road signs,
priorities etc. This is done at UK MT. Call 0031 45 526 3836 to make your
appointment. After you have passed your tick test you get your JFC HQ
drivers license, this is obtained from the vehicle registering office. To
register your car you will need your JFC HQ drivers license, have an APK
test done here in The Netherlands if you have not had your car MOT’d
back in the UK. Call 045 526 3173 to arrange your APK. Once your car is
registered you will need to buy your plates. The VRO will tell you which
garage you can get these from.
For more information you can contact the Vehicle Registration Office
on tel: 045 5262114
RESTAURANTS
Eating out in Holland is a national pastime it seems; there are numerous
restaurants within the local area with everything from Indian to
Mexican available. For further information contact the HIVE.
SCHOOLS
Schools are administered by Service Children's Education tel:
0190618244
AFNORTH international school can provide education for primary aged
pupils (3 -13/14). Please note that for ages 12-14 (UK school years 8 & 9)
that the schooling follows the US Curriculum rather than the UK.
Contact the British office at AFNORTH School on 0031-45-527-8240/8241
for primary age children.
For details regarding secondary schooling please contact the HIVE.
SHOPPING GUIDE
The HIVE holds details and directions to various shopping centres
throughout The Netherlands, specifically in the areas close to where
most families are housed.
This information includes details on:
Local Shops
Supermarkets:
Albert Heijn
Jumbo
Jan linders
SPAR
Aldi
Lidl
We also have information on larger supermarkets and stores in
Germany.
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SWIMMING POOLS
There is a swimming pool next to B&S Store with sauna and sun bed
facility, Contact the pool manager for opening times or Tel : 045
5263172. There are also pools elsewhere outside of camp for further
detail please call in the HIVE.
TAX FREE CARS
The rules for tax free cars are different to those in Germany- please
check your entitlement before signing on the dotted line as you
might be liable for a large tax bill. Contact Passes and permits or
UKJSU general office for more information.
PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOU ARE FULLY AWARE OF YOUR TAX LIABILITY IN
THE NETHERLANDS IF YOUR TAX FREE CAR IS STOLEN OR WRITTEN OFF,
YOU MAY BE LIABLE TO A TAX BILL AND YOU NEED TO KNOW IF YOUR
INSURANCE COMPANY COVERS THIS. Please check with the HMRC for
your tax free entitlement.
TAX FREE SHOPPING
B&S Stores on camp provide duty free goods, a number of shops also
provide tax free shopping. Please check direct with the shop before
you purchase.
Tax free shopping forms can also be purchased in advance for tax free
purchases throughout the rest of Europe. Contact Passes and Permits
on 0031 45 526 2580 for more information.
TELEVISION
If you are accommodated in block 306 your TV watching will consist of
BFBS unless you have your own satellite system. This block has satellite
piped to each room but it is up to the individual to purchase a
decoder and card.
TELEPHONE CONNECTIONS/DISCONNECTION
Telephone connections are through KPN you will need to visit a shop to
apply for your connection, please contact the HIVE for further details.
You will need to have set up your bank account before you can apply
for a telephone and internet services. You will also need to ask how
much notice is required for disconnection. Every contract is individual
and may vary on notice requirement.
TRANSPORT (LOCAL)
The HIVE can signpost you to local websites and information regarding
public transport.
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USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
The Dutch direct enquiries number is 0900-8008.
UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT
Before you leave the UK you should contact your local HIVE for
information on forms, giving notice and who to contact when you give
up your job. You must register as unemployed in the UK before you
travel to the Netherlands, once here you have 7 days to register.
For further information on unemployment benefits and how to claim
within the Netherlands please contact the HIVE on arrival.
VISITORS
When family are visiting you in the Netherlands you will need to notify
the general office for a pass, only if they are likely to visit camp, this is
issued by the passes and permits office. All visitors and relatives should
bring a completed EHIC (Health Advice for Travellers) card and valid
travel insurance. Visitors are not entitled to treatment at the Medical
Centre.
VOLUNTEERS
The HIVE is indebted to our volunteers, who give up their time to enable
us to provide a good service to our customers. If you are able to spare
a few hours a week to help in our busy HIVE, our team would be glad
to welcome you.
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HIVE BOOKLETS
The HIVE has produced a number of booklets which contain popular
information, including:
CITY GUIDE to Amsterdam,
CITY GUIDE to Roermond,
CITY GUIDE to Valkenburg,
CITY GUIDE to Berlin,
CITY GUIDE to Prague,
Things to do, Days out and many more……
Also check out www.brunssumbrits.com
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EMERGENCY AND USEFUL NUMBERS
Civilian Number prefix: 045 526 ....
IMP 2616
EMERGENCY SERVICES 112
MEDICAL CENTRE 2497
DENTAL CENTRE 2293
HIVE 2891
UKJSU ADMIN 2892/3192
Provost Marshal 2112/2127
B&S STORES 4023
CLUB 13 2628
GYM 3171
REGISTRY 2231
EDUCATION CENTRE 3455
LIBRARY 2669
HAIRDRESSERS 2957
SWIMMING POOL 3172
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Location
Other HIVE locations in Europe
Email Address
Civilian Phone
Number
Military Phone
Number
Akrotiri HIVE akrotirihive@hive-europe.co.uk 00357 25276390 94120 6390
Ayios Nikolaos HIVE ayiosnikolaos@hive-europe.co.uk 00357 23957699
Bielefeld HIVE bielefeld@hive-europe.co.uk 0521 9254 3122 81 3122
Brunssum HIVE brunssum@hive-europe.co.uk 0031 45 526 2891
Detmold HIVE detmold@hive-europe.co.uk 05231 37864
Dhekelia HIVE dhekelia@hive-europe.co.uk 00357 24744551
Elmpt HIVE elmpt@hive-europe.co.uk 02163 973183 68 3183
Episkopi HIVE episkopihive@hive-europe.co.uk 00357 2596 2000 94120 2000
Fallingbostel HIVE fallingbostel@hive-europe.co.uk 05162 9712204 76 2204
Gibraltar HIVE gibraltar@hive-europe.co.uk 00350 2005 5004 9231 98531 5004
Gütersloh (MB) HIVE gutersloh.mb@hive-europe.co.uk 05241 842220 73 2220
Gütersloh (PRB) HIVE gutersloh.prb@hive-europe.co.uk 05241 842692 73 2692
Hameln HIVE hameln@hive-eruope.co.uk 05151 917464 83 2464
Herford HIVE herford@hive-europe.co.uk 05221 9953127 82 3127
Hohne HIVE hohne@hive-europe.co.uk 05051 962 2303 77 2303
Naples HIVE naples@hive-europe.co.uk 0039 081 509 2628
Nicosia HIVE nicosiahive@hive-europe.co.uk 00357 22359316
Paderborn HIVE paderborn@hive-europe.co.uk 05251 57191
Sennelager HIVE sennelager@hive-europe.co.uk 05254 982 2771 79 2771
SHAPE HIVE shape@hive-europe.co.uk 0032 6544 3984 9205423 3984
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CLOTHING SIZE GUIDE
WOMAN’S DRESSES, SUITS, SKIRTS & COATS
BRITISH 10 12 14 16 18 20
GERMAN 36 38 40 42/44 46/48 50
AMERICAN 8 10 12 14 16 18
BRA SIZES
BITISH 32 34 36 38 40 42
GERMAN 70 75 80 85 90 95
WOMEN’S SHOES
BRITISH 3 3½ 4 4½ 5 5½ 6 6½ 7 7½ 8
GERMAN 36 36/37 37 37/38 38 38/39 39 40 40/41 41 42
AMERICAN - - 5½ 6 6½ 7 7½ 8 8½ 9 9½
CHILDREN’S SHOES
BRITISH 4 4½ 5 5½ 6 6½ 7 7½ 8 8½ 9 9½ 10
GERMAN 20 21 21/22 22 23 23/24 24 25 25/26 26 27 27/28 28
BRITISH 10½ 11 12 13 13½ 14 14½ 2 2½
GERMAN 29 30/31 31 32 32/33 33 33/34 34 35
CHILDREN’S CLOTHES
BRITISH
(age)
GERMAN
SIZE
Height in
cms
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
92 98 104 110 116 122 128 134 140 147 152 158 164
91 96 102 109 114 122 127 135 140 147 152 157 164
MEN’S SUITS & OVERCOATS
BRITISH 36 38 40 42 44 46
& US
GERMAN 44 46 48 50 52 54
MEN’S SHIRTS
BRITISH 13 13½ 14 14½ 15 15½ 16 16½ 17
& US
GERMAN 33 34 35/36 37 38 39/40 41 42 43
MEN’S SOCKS
BRITISH 9½ 10 10½ 11 11½ 12 12½
& US
GERMAN 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
MEN’S SHOES
BRITISH 7 7½ 8 8½ 9 9½ 10 10½ 11 11½
GERMAN 41 41/42 42 42/43 43 44 45 45/46 46 46/47
AMERICAN - - 8½ 9 9½ 10 10½ 11 11½ 12
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FOOD TRANSLATIONS
ENGLISH GERMAN DUTCH
SUGAR
Sugar Zucker Suiker
Brown Sugar Brauner Zucker Bruin Suiker
Castor Sugar Feinster Zucker Fijne Suiker
Cube Sugar Würfelzucker Suikerklontjes
Granulated Sugar Raffinierter Zucker Suiker
Icing Sugar Puderzucker Poeder Suiker
Preserving Sugar Einmachzucker Gelei Suiker
Saccharin Tablets Süßstofftabletten Zoetstoff
VEGETABLES AND FRUIT
Potatoes Kartoffeln Aardappelen
Chips Pommes/Fritten Frietjes/patat
Carrots Mőhren Wortelen
Peas Erbsen Erwten
Asparagus Spargel Asperges
Oranges Apfelsinen/Orangen Sinasappels
HERBS AND SPICES
Mixed spice Spekulatiusgewürz Speculaas kruiden
Aniseed Anis Anijszaad
Basil Basilikum Basilikum
Bayleaf Lorbeerblatt Laurierbladen
Caraway Kümmel ganz Komijnzaad
Celery Salt Selleriesalz Selderijzout
Chilli Powder Chilipulver Chilli Poeder
Chives Schnittlauch Bieslook
Cinnamon (ground) Zimt (gemahlen) Kaneel (gemalen)
Cloves (ground) Nelken (gemahlen) Kruidnagel
Cumin Kümmelpuder Komijnpoeder
Curry Curry Kerrie
Garlic Knoblauch Knoflook
Ginger Ingwer Gember
Juniper Berries Wacholderbeeren Junipers
Marjoram Marjoran Majoraan
Mint Pfefferminz Munt
Mustard (strong) Senf (scharf) Mosterd (scherp)
Mustard (mild) Senf (süss) Mosterd (mild)
Nutmeg Muskatnüsse Nootmuskaat
Onion Powder Zwiebelpulver Uipoeder
Parsley Petersilie Peterselie
Pepper Pfeffer Peper
Saffron Safran Saffraan
Sage Salbei Salie
Salt Salz Zout
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Soy Sauce Sojasoße Sojasaus
Thyme Thymian Thijm
Vinegar Essig Azijn
Vinegar (wine) Weinessig Wijn Azijn
BAKING
Flour Mehl Bloem
Almonds Mandeln Amandelen
Baking Essence Backaroma Bakaroma
Baking Powder Backpulver Bakpoeder
Candied Fruit Kandierte Früchte Kandijt Fruit
Candied Lemon Peel Zitronat Bakzitroenschil
Candied Orange Peel Orangeat Baksinasappelschil
Chocolate Sprinkles Schokostreusel Chocoladehagelslag
Coconut (dessicated) Kokosraspeln Gerasptecocosnoot
Cornflour Stärkemehl Mayzena
Gelatine Gelantine Gelantine
Poppyseed Mohn Maanzaad
Potato Flour Kartoffelmehl Aardappelmeel
Vanilla Vanilleextract Vanille extract
Yeast Hefe Gist
DAIRY PRODUCTS/FATS
Butter Butter Boter
Cheese Käse Kaas
Cottage Cheese Hüttenkäse Huttenkaas
Cream Cheese Frischkäse/ Sahnekäse Roomkaascream
Cream Sahne Slagroom
Drinking Chocolate Kakao Chocolademelk
Egg/Eggs Ei/Eier Ei/Eieren
Evaporated milk Kaffeerahm Koffie melk
Full milk Vollmilch Volle melk
Lard Schweinfett Varkensvet
Low fat milk Fettarme Milch Halfvolle melk
Pasteurised Milk Pasteurisierte Milch Gepastureerde melk
Powdered Skimmed Milk Magermilchpulver Magere poedermelk
Powdered Whole Milk Vollmilchpulver Volle melk poeder
Oil Öl Olie
Skimmed Milk Fettarme Milch Magere Melk
Soured Cream Saure Sahne Zure room
Sunflower Oil Sonnenblumenöl Zonnebloom olie
Vegetable Oil Pflanzenöl Plantaardige olie
Whipped Cream Schlagsahne Slagroom
Yoghurt Joghurt Yoghurt
Semolina Gries Griesmeel
BREADS AND CEREALS
Bread Crumbs Paniermehl Paneermeel
Brown Bread Graubrot Bruin brood
Oatmeal Haferflocken Havermout
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Roll Brötchen Broodje
Rusk Zwieback Beschuit
Rye Bread Roggen Brot Roggebrood
White Bread Weissbrot Wit brood
Wheat Bread Vollkornbrot Volkoren brood
Whole Wheat Crispbreads Knäckebrot Knakebrood
MEATS
Chicken Huhnchenfleisch Kippevlees
Pork Schweinefleisch Varkensvlees
Beef Rindfleisch Rundvlees
Minced meat Gehacktes Gehakt
Meat balls Frikadellen Gehaktballen
Turkey Die Türkei Turkije
GERMAN SPECIALITIES
GERMAN
Reibekuchen
Stollen
Glühwein
Feuerzangenbowle
Jägertee
Bockwurst
Strammer Max
Berliner
ENGLISH
grated raw potatoes fried into a pancake
traditional German Christmas cake
hot spiced red wine sold at Christmas markets
burnt rum and red wine punch
Alcoholic drink based on rum, served hot
sausage
bread topped with slices of cheese, ham, gherkin and
fried eggs
doughnuts
DUTCH SPECIALITIES
DUTCH
Pannekoek
Poffertjes
Vla
Vlaai
Peperkoek
Koffiekoek
Ontbijtkoek
Beschuit met muisjes
Rookworst
Hutspot
Boerekool
Uitsmijter
Griesmeelpap
Rijstepap
Nonnevotten
ENGLISH
pancakes
miniature pancakes served with Grand Marnier or
butter flakes
general term for a variety of puddings
general term for a variety of cakes topped with fruit or
creamed rice pudding for example
ginger biscuits
large soft biscuit made with almonds
spiced with ginger breakfast cake
Rusks with blue or pink sugar sprinkles
Traditionally served to celebrate the birth of a child
smoked sausage
mashed carrots, potatoes and onion
curly kale mashed with potatoes
bread with slices of ham, cheese, and fried eggs
semolina pudding
cream rice pudding
doughnuts traditionally sold during the carnival season
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Helpful hints and tips from members of the Brunssum
community
If arriving in the winter please allow for the expense of purchasing
winter tyres. Although not compulsory in the Netherlands they are in
Germany and being located so close to the border you may find
yourself in Germany without realising.
It is advised to obtain car insurance in the Netherlands as the Dutch
registration do not accept or recognise most UK insurers. It is slightly
more expensive, but you don‘t pay road tax in the Netherlands.
Most people use the ABN AMRO bank for their insurance, but there
is a reputable insurer also on camp.
All cars require an APK (Dutch equivalent of an MOT) for registration
here, so ensure your car is fully functional prior to departing to
ensure there aren‘t any unexpected extra costs.
Consider buying a Sat Nav if you don‘t already have one.
Be aware Dutch banks charge for the withdrawal of money from
the ATM’s, some charge higher amounts than others.
Check your mobile roaming network charges for Europe prior to
leaving the UK as it can be quite costly. Dutch mobiles are
available from local shops and are a useful inexpensive alternative.
Plug extensions and adapters are cheaper to buy in the UK so bring
plenty!
In general (and depending on your tastes), Dutch tea isn‘t as good
as British tea so bring plenty of tea bags!
If you like squash, bring plenty of it as the Dutch version is more like
a syrup.
You can use the registry on camp to post mail back to the UK, so
bring some UK stamps with you.
Second hand furniture shops are known as Kringloops, there are
many around Sittard, Brunssum and Heerlen. Ask in the HIVE for
details.
On the first Monday of every month at 1200 the Chemical Factory
at Stein have a chemical alarm practice. Do not be worried it is
only for exercise purposes only.
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This guide has been produced by
BRUNSSUM HIVE
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