Dorset: Camp Bestival 2026 at Lulworth castle Thurs 30th July - Sun 2nd Aug

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The iconic Fatboy Slim marks his much-anticipated return to the festival on the Sunday with the very first Fatboy Slim & Friends All Day Castle Stage takeover: a day of non-stop, feel-good-vibes with surprise special guests, including hip hop royalty De La Soul.

Meanwhile rapper and producer Example will warm up for British chart-toppers, Bastille on Saturday evening, and Fearless pop icon and cultural force Self Esteem takes to the stage on Friday night with living legend Billy Ocean.

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For more information, details on full line up, family/children's entertainment, activities, etc 

click HERE

For tickets, click HERE 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Dorset: Spring show 2026 - Sat 9th & Sun 10th May

Adult Tickets are just £14 – Discount ends 2nd May 2026.
Children 15 and under go free
Car parking is free.

Event venue - Birch Lane Showground, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7LN

New 2026 highlights:

• Motocross stunt show
• Heavy horse village
• Music stage
• Circus show
• Have-a-go-circus-skills
• Wood carver
• Pottery workshop
• Steam engines
• Enlarged food hall
• Enhanced spring farm area
• and much more!

For more details and to book tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Northern Ireland: Bangor Sea Festival - Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th May

 

A key date for the local events calendar has now been confirmed, as Sea Bangor returns to the seafront on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th May 2026, delivering a packed weekend of maritime celebration, on-the-water activity and family-friendly entertainment.

Running daily from 12 noon to 6pm, the event will once again showcase Bangor’s strong connection to the sea, transforming the waterfront into a lively and engaging festival space.

Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support

The mobile advice bus will be parked adjacent to the HIVE building (Corner of King George V Road & Swinton Avenue) Speak to advisors face to face.

Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.

Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: County lines crime gangs awareness training (free) event - Fri 1st June

Back by popular demand, this briefing is of real importance. County Lines activity and the exploitation of children is a vile and predatory crime type that deliberately targets the most vulnerable in our communities. 

Offenders use pressure, manipulation and intimidation to draw young people into criminality, often without families realising what is happening until significant harm has occurred. As a military community, we are not immune. 

The mobility of Service life, periods of separation, and social isolation can all increase risk factors that organised criminal groups actively seek to exploit. By increasing awareness and equipping families with the right knowledge, we can strengthen our collective resilience, protect vulnerable young people, and ensure that offenders find no opportunity to operate within or around our Garrison.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bath: Celebrating 50 years of care with Dorothy House at Bath Abbey - Fri 1 May

 

Click here for further information and to book your free ticket online

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

Hereford: Free Online Training for Herefordshire Families

Families across Herefordshire can access free online courses designed to support you and your child.
Using the code APPLEHERE, you can sign up to training including “Understanding your child with additional needs”—covering:
Understanding behaviour and feelings
Effective communication techniques
Supporting your child’s needs

There are a wide range of workshops available, all designed to be completed at your own pace. Find out more and get started: https://orlo.uk/InOurPlaceFREEtraining_vVkxm
A great resource for parents, carers and families looking for extra support.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Stanton St Quintin: Save the date for the Stanton Family Festival - Sat 20 Jun

Stanton St Quinin Primary School & Nursery is situated between Chippenham and Malmesbury, just off the M4 Junction 17 and near to Buckley Barracks.

Please visit the School's Facebook page for updates on this event - https://www.facebook.com/stantonschool

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

South: Vivo Interview Skills training - Thu 7 May

 

To register or for more information please email tessa.pritchard@vivodefence.com

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

Chepstow: Happy Hand-me Downs, 0 - 5yrs Baby & Children's Clothes Sale on Sun 26th April at The Drill Hall, Chepstow

Happy Hand-me Downs - 0-5yrs Baby & Children’s Clothes Sale

Sunday 26th April
9am – 11am
The Drill Hall, Chepstow

Get small outfits and big bargains! Buy pre-loved, second-hand items for ages 0–5, including clothes, toys, books and child-related items, all at massively discounted prices.
Cash only event

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.