Catterick: Your Weekly Baby Social Hub - Every Tues

A cosy weekly space for you and your little one

A relaxed, welcoming group for new parents to breathe, connect and feel supported. Come together with others in those early whirlwind months, share what you’re going through, and find guidance when you need it.

No pressure, no expectations; just a warm space that shapes itself around you.

Whether you want company, reassurance, practical tips or simply a quiet moment; you’re always welcome.

Come as you are. Leave feeling a little lighter.

Starting on Tuesday 8th September

9:15-11:45

Colburn Children & Family Hub, DL9 4RF

Feel free to contact us for more info, or just turn up on the day.

We look forward to meeting you and your little one.

Information provided by North HVIE Hub

London: Zoo Lodges Stay over at London Zoo

 

Set in the heart of London Zoo, enjoy an overnight escape from the bustle of London without even leaving the city, and discover what happens at the Zoo after dark.

Join us for exclusive after-hours tours before bedding down for the night in a private lodge, within roaring distance of our Asiatic lion pride. With both adult and family night options available you can plan an amazing staycation or zoo sleepover, perfect for animal lovers!

Click HERE for further information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Moray: Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) vacancy for a part-time Health & Wellbeing Navigator

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Job Vacancy: Health & Wellbeing Navigator

Location: Moray (RAF Lossiemouth, Kinloss, Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin)
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £27,520 per annum pro rata
Closing date: 10th September 2026

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, please visit: Health and Wellbeing Navigator - DMWS

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Catterick: North Yorkshire Military Family Welcome Day - Have you just arrived into the area? Join us on 17th Sept

Got a military connection? New to North Yorkshire? Whether you just unpacked your final box or you’re still hunting for the local shortcuts, we’ve got your back!

Join the us for a relaxed drop-in morning designed entirely for newly arrived military spouses, partners and families. A One-Stop Shop to connect with local families and brilliant services.

Come grab a cuppa, meet other families navigating the same move, and discover all the local services, groups, and support networks available to you in your new patch.

Where: North HIVE Hub, Catterick Garrison

When: 17 September | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Best Bits: FREE tea, coffee, parking and books (ages 0-18)! Collect your FREE guide to the "First 30 Days in North Yorkshire"

No need to book, just wander in whenever you can. Children are very welcome!

A collaborative event with: Settling in Service, North HIVE Hub , Home-Start, and Reading Force

Information About Each Service Involved

Scotland: Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) 2 x part-time experienced Counsellor vacancy, closing date 10th September

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Job Vacancy: Counsellor
Location: Home based with regular travel across Scotland
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £31,359 per annum pro rata
Closing date: 10th September 2026

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, please visit: https://dmws.org.uk/careers/counsellor-7/

Information provided by Leuchars Station

Edinburgh: Scotland's Festival of Remembrance Saturday 7th November

Presented by Royal British Legion Scotland in association with @poppyscotland this very special evening will bring people together through music, film and song to remember, reflect and pay tribute to all those who have served.

This year’s Festival will have a special focus on Afghanistan, telling the stories of those who served there and culminating in the Act of Remembrance.

🎺 The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland
🎺 The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland
🥁 The Royal Air Force Central Scotland Pipes and Drums
🎤 Amy Hawthorn
🎤  Ben Walker Scottish Young Artist of the Year

Ripon: FREE Children's Fun day 29th Aug

Come and join us this Saturday 29th August for a full day of FREE fun

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Catterick: Vacancy for Bar Steward, Gaza Bks closing date 4th Sept

 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Catterick: Vacancy for Head Steward Gaza Bks closing date 4th Sept

 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Department for Work & Pensions: Latest roundup of news – 21 Aug 26

Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) arrangements for Monday 31 August bank holiday

Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) arrangements are different for 31 August bank holiday:

England, Scotland and Wales 

• On Monday 31 August offices and phone lines are closed

To make sure people get their payment on a day when our offices are open, arrangements have been made to make some payments early.

If the expected payment date is Monday 31 August, then benefits will be on Friday 28 August.

If the expected payment date is not shown, customers will get their money on their usual payment date.

Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people

From 1 April 2027, people who hold a disabled bus pass can travel on buses for free, no matter the time of day. This extra support will help to open up access to workplaces, education, training, and other opportunities as well as giving people breathing space on the cost of living and putting money back in people’s pockets.

Currently, disabled bus passes are only valid for travel between 9.30am and 11pm during weekdays, unless local authorities choose to fund an extension.

Read the press release

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as part of a major package to break down barriers stopping access to technical education, training, and apprenticeships.

The package includes: A new bursary, worth up to £4,500 per year per household, that will remove a barrier that can otherwise discourage young people from taking up an apprenticeship, helping them build the skills and independence that lead to long-term, well-paid work. Thousands more college places to expand access to skills and training close to home. Free apprenticeship training for all eligible under-25s from August, up to £8,000 in support for SMEs hiring young apprentices, and National Insurance Contributions relief for apprentices under 25 will help deliver 50,000 new youth apprenticeships.

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