The amenities within the Station are constantly enhanced and improved. You will find Dodge City, which incorporates shops, a bank, a post office, the HIVE, a hairdresser and a selection of cafes and other facilities. This page provides an overview of activities and facilities that can be found on Episkopi Station. In the surrounding areas there are many other amenities and shops, more information about these and things to do in Cyprus, can be found in the HIVE.
Alongside the Contractor businesses below, there a several private businesses run by family members across the Station, such as hair and beauty services, special occasion cakes, dog walkers/pet sitters, babysitters/childminders etc. A list of businesses can be found on the Residents page (Facebook), which you will have access to once you move to Cyprus.
Further improvements to leisure facilities are coming in the near future, see this article for further details.
The following detail is factual and based on services provided by the Station, or closest to the Station. The inclusion of details relating to any product or service does not indicate MOD endorsement.
Food & Drink | Shopping | Amenities | Sports Amenities | Clubs | Extra Curricular Activities | Map
Food & Drink
Lemmings Beach Cafe
Located in Happy Valley, offering hot food, drinks, ice cream and snacks. Alongside sunbeds free of charge.
On Wednesdays they offer ‘Working from home day’ where you can work from the cafe.
Opening times:
Tue: 12:00 -18:00
Wed: 09:00 – 18:00
Thurs & Fri: 10:00 – 18:00
Sat & Sun: 10:00 – 18:00
CESSAC Cafe
Providing freshly prepared meals, breakfasts, homemade sweet and savoury snacks and hot and cold drinks.
Opening times:
Mon – Sat: 09:00 – 14:00
Chinese & Thai Takeaway
Tel: 00 357 211 159
Opening times:
Tues – Sun: 17:00 – 23:00
Chelona
Operated by Sodexo, formerly known as ‘The Pool Club’ is currently being refurbished.
The new venue will feature a new food menu, Costa Cofffee and a childrens play area.
Updates will be posted on their Facebook page.
Shopping
Forces Store
Open 7 days a week to provide you with the widest range of UK goods on the island as well as a great selection of Cypriot groceries and fresh foods.
Opening times:
Mon – Sat: 08:00 – 22:00
Sun: 09:00 – 22:00
Craft & Gift Shop
Selling handmade unique creations, the craft shop is a place for the BFC community to buy one of a kind items made in Cyprus. Those who make crafts & gifts can also sell their items in the shop.
The shop is ran by volunteers, if you are interested in volunteering you can message the Facebook page.
Opening times are published daily on the Facebook page.
BARC Pet Shop
Providing a range of items for your pets. From dog & cat food, to toys and training aids.
All profits go towards BARC (British (Forces) Animal Rehoming Charity).
Opening times:
The BARC shop on Episkopi is on Dodge. Opening hours are:
Mon & Tues: 10:00 – 13:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 11:00
Thurs & Fri: 10:00 – 13:00
(Dependent on volunteer availability)
Thrift & Loan Store
A volunteer run shop where you can take old clothing and household items to sell. Also offering items such as carpet cleaners for rent. Located on Dodge.
The shop is open throughout the week and only accepts certain items at certain times of the year, check their Facebook page for more information.
Opening times:
Mon: 08:00 – 12:00
Tues: 11:00 – 15:00
Weds: 08:00-12:00
Thurs: 11:00-15:00
Fri: 08:00-12:00
Flower Shop
A florist, providing floral services, weddings, bouquets, arrangements, potted plants, garden gifts and accessories.
Check their Facebook page for more information and opening times.
Photo Fisher
Providing photography, photo printing, framing and passport photos at Akrotiri and Episkopi.
Contact them on Facebook for further information and opening times.
Bookends
Located on Dodge and managed by ABF The Soldiers Charity.
Selling second hand books, all books are 1 Euro and childrens books are free.
The shop is also happy to take donations of old books and welcomes new volunteers.
Amenities
Cinema
Providing a familiar cinema experience, showing the latest films, with the option to purchase snacks and drinks before the showing.
Latest showings and prices can be found at the link below.
Post Office
Offering postage services and chip and pin for money deposits (you will be required to show your ration card, £250 each day but no more than £1,000 per month can be deposited).
Opening times:
Mon: 08:00 -15:00
Tues – Thurs: 08:00 – 14:00
Fri: 08:00 – 13:30
Library
Stocked with new releases and best sellers, you can loan books and request books from any other Army library.
The Library also provides free internet and study spaces.
Opening times:
Mon – Fri: 08:30 – 16:00
Launderette
Located on dodge, available for all to use for a small fee.
Opening times:
Daily: 07:00 – 19:00
Swimming Pool
Open all year round, operating sessions from swimming lessons to inflatable fun the pool is available to book for private parties.
The timetable and prices are published on the Facebook page.
John the Tailor
Located on Dodge, offering tailoring services and medal mounting.
Email: johnpaliomylites@hotmail.com
Tel: 00357 2596 3738
Opening times:
Mon – Fri
AM: 08:30 – 13:00
PM: 14:00 – 16:00
GP Hairdressing & Beauty Salon & George Barber Shop
Located on Dodge.
Offering all forms of hairdressing & barber services.
Opening times, prices and contact information can be found on their Facebook page.
My Beauty
Located on Dodge.
Offering a range of beauty treatments.
For opening times or to book appointments, visit the shop or contact:
Email: christianaangeli@live.co.uk
Tel: 00357 99348919
Co-Working Hub
A co-working space, open 24/7.
Complete with Air Conditioning, eight desks and a comfy break out area – this hub allows you to continue your own business or to allow you to remote work for your company whilst posted to Episkopi.
For more information or to book a free trail, visit their Facebook page below.
Tunnel Beach Water Sports Centre – MTW
Offering all types of water sports such as wakeboarding, kayak hire, boat hire and much more.
For further information and bookings view the website below.
Sporting Amenities
Alongside the clubs listed below, there are several sporting amenities, open to all serving personnel and family members with access to Episkopi:
- Running track (located at Happy Valley)
- Sports pitches (astro and grass)
- Gym & Sports hall (requires a pass & insurance, a pass can be obtained for a small fee from Service Funds upon showing proof of personal insurance)
- Squash courts
- Tennis court
Clubs
Extra curricular activities
This list has been created by St Johns School, advertising the clubs and activities available to secondary school children in WSBA (Akrotiri & Episkopi).