June 16, 2026

Blandford: Garrison - Blandford ladies community fundraising event Wed 1st July

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Blandford Ladies Community will be organising charity momo sale for Downlands Community School & Butterfly Hub outside the Glass House. (Camp centre) 
Time: 1000 - 1200

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison coffee & cake sale (charity event) - Thurs 18th June


Join us at the Cookhouse from 10:00–12:00, for a coffee and cake sale in support of charity.

All proceeds will go to Veterans Foundation and MND Association.

All are welcome—come along and show your support!

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

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Catterick: Military Wives Choir - Cream Tea and Tunes 18th July



A Powerhouse Partnership for a Fantastic Cause!

We are absolutely thrilled to be joining forces with the marvelous Hawes Silver Band to raise vital funds for Fight Bladder Cancer!

A cause that is so close to our hearts.
Every single note sung and every scone enjoyed helps support those living with bladder cancer, making this an afternoon of music that truly matters.

We don’t want to blow our own trumpets (we’ll leave that to the brilliant Hawes Silver Band, but Saturday 18th July is officially shaping up to be the best afternoon of the summer! 

The Military WAGS Choir Catterick and the band are teaming up for a gorgeous afternoon of spectacular music, exceptional company, and most importantly absolute mountains of scones, jam, and cream. 

Whether you’re team "jam first" or team "cream first," all are welcome!

Saturday 18th July 2026
2:00 PM
Garrison Memorial Church, Catterick Garrison (DL9 4ES)

Tickets:
Adults: £10
Under 16s: £5
Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children): £25
Just scan the QR code on the poster below or click the link 
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/GLFM

Come for the tunes, stay for the treats, and help us support a truly incredible cause. We can't wait to see you there!

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison Thrift shop


Volunteers are always needed. Please call into the shop during opening times if you are interested in helping out. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Family singalong music festival - Sat 4th July at Upton country park

Credit: Uptoncountryparkfestival. 

For more details and to book tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Ladies night music festival - Fri 3rd July at Upton country park

Credit:Uptoncountryparkfestival. 

For more details and to book tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Wool village community cinema movie 'Song Sung Blue' - Fri 19th June


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True story about a Neil Diamond tribute act.

Advance notice - Sunday 5th July 2026 we will be showing the epic
film 'GONE WITH THE WIND' as a Sunday afternoon matinee with pre-booked cream teas available. [Booking details to be announced shortly.]


Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Dorset: Local residents 50% off day tickets at sandworld (weymouth) until 30th June



Featuring brand-new giant sand sculptures including Shrek, Minecraft scenes, The Traitors, wonderful animals and more. 

Daily sand sculpting workshops, a giant all-weather sandpit, wheelchair-friendly sand sculpting tables and a dedicated under 5s’ sand area.

SandWorld is proudly dog friendly.

More details HERE


Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Chatham: Army Welfare Service community support - Volunteering, is it for you?


Have you got skills/ideas you would like to share with others?

Could you spare a couple of hours a week/month to support your community?

Would you like to be part of a team to create opportunities for your community?

Volunteering can make a difference to inspire and empower others. For example working with children and young people. 

Volunteering can give you valuable experience and training to add to your CV.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub