Does anyone have any good information on preparing for the move to RAF Lakenheath?

SSgt (Join to see) , I was at RAF Lakenheath and RAF Feltwell (Feltwell is administratively attached to Lakenheath) from '99-'02. I'd suggest putting the Ram in long term storage as the English roads are a bit narrow for a larger vehicle, plus the cost of fuel would be a bit of a burden. As for the pups, they will be in mandatory quarantine for a minimum of six months. It can get a bit pricey from what I remember but I know several who did so. We lived in base housing in Thetford Village. The housing is actually off base but is contracted to Lakenheath. When we were there the houses were brand new and VERY nice to live in.

I loved my tour there. I'm sure you will as well. Take full advantage of the travel opportunities to see the area, including Scotland. You'll be glad you did!

SSgt Zoll,
I am at Lakenheath now. I've been here since 2013. I drive a Jeep Grand Cherokee and I see lots of F-1-whatevers driving around. Yes, some English roads can be incredibly narrow. Parking can be incredibly difficult for a large vehicle. However. The English roads that are narrow to travel down are narrow to travel down in a regular car as well (these are C-roads, not often travelled). And most of the parking that is difficult only fits a darn smart car anyway.
Yes, you will have to get a light conversion, and I've heard that this can run people upwards of $1000+ so be really careful on who you go to, to get it done. I will say be incredibly careful with how you drive it as well because the locals here are not above calling the RAF Commander of the base to complain about such-and-such a vehicle for being "a dickhead".
As for the Doggos. Have you already chatted with an Airline about the cost of shipping? How about a pick-up/kennel company for when they arrive? (if they arrive on a different time schedule than you).
If you start the Pet Passport program now, you can have everything ready to go for British Customs and your pups shouldn't have to wait more than 24 hours at a boarding kennel. Rabies is eradicated here so they are big on their vaccines for pets. Also ensure they are microchipped. That's the law here now.
Housing. Hmm. I live off base and don't have any children but Liberty Village ON Lakenheath is fantastic from all the people I know living there. Lords Walk is right outside the gate and is decent. Its a little shabby and old looking but the houses are sort of American sized? Depending on your breed of dogs however you will need a letter to provide to housing that your dogs are friendly and calm. Mildenhall and Feltwell also has base housing that if you desperately want on base Housing should be able to accommodate. (all the Primary schools are on Feltwell/Middle and High on Lakenheath)
As far as off base I have lived in Thetford (a 20-30 minute drive), Lakenheath Village (7 mins from the gate), and am now in Newmarket (15-20 mins). SSgt OHA is 1200 GBP now. That's a decent 4 bedroom home in a 20-or so mile radius of the base. But you have to account time in the drive because the roads here take longer to traverse. 10 miles can take up to 20 minutes to drive (Thetford is a good example).
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**saw your comment about fencing. A lot of Lords Walk doesn't have its own fencing for whatever reason? Everywhere else should.

Hey man. I just left RAF Lakenheath on 3 Oct. after being there for 4 years. Base housing is new & is nice. So it just depends on what you want. It also is more convenient living on base for spouses & children because of work & school. I lived off base, but I was also unaccompanied. Your dogs will be expensive so make sure they are current on all vaccinations. They usually require a 30 day quarantine before entering the country. Make sure you do ALL of your homework EARLY for your dogs. As far as your truck, my best friend drove a F-150 & another drove an Excursion. Some roads will be difficult to maneuver, but not all. You can take it. You won't have to get it MOT'd because it's still new, but you will have to get a light conversion & that can be done on base. If you have anymore questions, feel free to ask. Good luck & congratulations on your assignment. You will love Europe.