Information provided by North HIVE Hub
March 31, 2025
North Wiltshire & Gloucestershire: What's on in April, including Easter holiday events
Individual events in date order
Forces Employment Charity Monthly Update - Award Nominations, Marathons, and Events
- Heropreneurs Awards 2025 nominations are now open
- A round-up of events across the UK and online webinars
- Marathon preparations
- Get to know Forces Employment Charity’s military women employment lead
- Satisfaction survey
- Links for further information
Dundee: Applications are invited for the full-time post of Chief Executive, Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (HRFCA)
Applications are invited for the full-time post of Chief Executive, Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (HRFCA) based in Dundee.
This Crown Service (Civil Service Grade 6/Grade B1 equivalent) post becomes vacant at a date between July 2025 and December 2025, to be agreed with the successful applicant.
The HRFCA CE is responsible and accountable to the Association’s Chair and Executive Board for the leadership and efficient management of all staff, business outputs (estates, engagement, cadets and youth), finances and affairs of the Association. The CE works alongside and in conjunction with the other 12 RFCA CEs and the Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations in London.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
FamCAS 25: Have you shared your views on Service family life? Time’s running out!
Have you shared your views on Service family life? Time’s running out!
The Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FamCAS) 2025 closes in 1 week! Don’t miss your opportunity to tell us what you think about Service family life.
Each year, Defence invites a random sample of Service partners to complete the Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FamCAS). This survey is your chance to tell us about your experiences and views in relation to various aspects of Service family life.
You can see if you are in this year’s sample, and can access the survey, by using the online tool. The survey closes on Monday 7 April 2025 at 23:59.
Why complete the survey?
Your feedback will help us to understand what Service life is like for your family, which will help us to make informed decisions on what changes to prioritise and develop policies to address your family’s challenges and needs. Whether it’s with childcare and children’s education, housing, deployment, or employment.
Who can complete the survey, and how?
To find out if you can take part in FamCAS 2025, please use the online eligibility tool. You will be asked to enter a token/access code, which is your partner’s Service number. This is needed for security reasons only. Please be assured that all survey responses are anonymous.
If eligible, the tool will direct you to the survey. We recommend using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge.
If you have any questions about this year's FamCAS, please email: Analysis-Surveys-Enquiries@mod.gov.uk.
Information and support
Check out our new Families Hub, which signposts to support, guidance and organisations to help you navigate Service family life.
Visit Discover My Benefits to find out about the range of benefits, opportunities, and support for you and your family.
Leuchars: The next Veterans Breakfast will be Tuesday 1st April
The next Leuchars Veterans Breakfast Club is on Tuesday 1st April 2025 in Leuchars Community Centre 10-12. We look forward to welcoming you. The cost for this will be £3.50 and will include a filled roll and hot drinks.
Apologies for the late notice
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Brynmawr: Come and meet the Easter Bunny at Brynmawr Police Station - Thu 17 Apr
The Easter Bunny will be attending Brynmawr police station
to give out *Free* chocolate eggs.
On April 17th 11am-1pm
Come along and have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Haverfordwest: Indoor Market at HaverHub on Fri 04 Apr & 02 May 25
Indoor Market at HaverHub:
Fri 04 Apr 25
Fri 02 May 25
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Dorset: South West Train services
For all UK Train Services and timetables click National Rail
Please check for updates prior travelling.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Blandford: Garrison parent & toddler group
Registration must be completed for attendance please click link below
AWS ANNUAL REGISTRATION AND CONSENT FORM Pan AWS (Page 1 of 13)
Meet Craig, the community development worker for the Garrison (Youth club, activities and groups) and Wendy from Blandford HIVE. (Information and family/service personnel support)
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Stafford: Easter Family Adventures fun day All Saints Church Sandon Easter Saturday 21st April 2024 11am - 4pm
March 30, 2025
Northern Ireland: Cake decorating Workshop - Straidhavern Primary School - Saturday 12th April
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Cake Decorating can be booked here:https://forms.gle/Tt3DZmeMoAhpxvH5A
(Limited spaces available)
Information provided by HIVE NI
March 28, 2025
Preston: Ex-Forces & Youth Career Event - 9th April at the University of Central Lancashire
Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE
Serve & Protect Credit Union - April update
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- Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money
- Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
- Credit Score 101: Boost Your Score
- The Road to Financial Resilience
- Before You Borrow: Things to Know
NEW Fixed Cash ISA
Serve and Protect have launched their new Fixed Cash ISA for the 2025/26 tax year.
Secure a guaranteed and tax-free 4% AER return over the next year and watch your savings grow!
DIO Families First newsletter – issue 25
To read this issue (and previous issues) in full online, please click the following link: Service Family Accommodation - GOV.UK
Corsham: Easter holiday activities at Corsham Library
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Click here to visit the Corsham Library Facebook page
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
Stafford: Stafford Borough update of bus service changes, April 2025
Update of local bus service changes for Stafford Borough
See link HERE
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - Biker Down Courses 2025 - Learn how to save a life
If you were first on the scene of an accident involving a motorcyclist, would you know what to do? Would you know who was most at risk, how to protect the area, or whether you should remove the helmet of a downed fellow rider?
A series of free motorbike workshops that teach riders vital life-saving skills is back for another year.
Biker Down Staffordshire is a training course run by bikers for bikers to give them the confidence and knowledge to respond if a fellow motorcyclist is involved in a collision.
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, April Showings
Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.
Information provided by HIVE NI
Alton: Join in Alton's Huge Easter Trail Monday 7th April to Monday 21st April
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
March 27, 2025
St Athan: The Family Foundation Courses starting January 25 at West Camp Community Centre, St Athan
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The Family Foundation are running FREE courses to Serving Personnel, Reservists, Family Members & Veterans. Taking place monthly at the MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre from January 2025.
Scan the QR Code to register!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Stafford: Staffordshire County Council fixing more roads in Stafford
Welcome to your monthly highways newsletter for Stafford and Stone - keeping you up to date with upcoming schemes, completed projects and repairs
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
Ripon: What's on in Ripon at Easter 2025
Sat 29th March – Sun 27th April – Peter Rabbit Easter Adventure – Swinton Bivouac Café – 10am – 4pm
Sat 5th – Mon 21st April – Easter Egg Hunt – Fountains Abbey – 10.00 – 15.00
Sat 5th April – Mon 21st April – Create Victorian Easter Cards – Ripon Workhouse Museum – 10am – 4pm
Sat 5th April – Mon 21st April – Cops & Robbers Puppets – Ripon Police Museum – 10am – 4pm
Sat 5th April – Mon 21st April – Codebreakers at The Courthouse – Ripon Courthouse Museum – 10am – 4pm
Sat 5th April – Sun 27th April – Ripon’s Big Sky Wheel – Market Place – 11am – 7pm
Tue 8th & Thur 17th April – Egg-Citing Easter Trail – Claro Lounge – 10am – 2pm
Tue 8th April – Easter Fun Day – Ripon Walled Garden – 10am – Noon
Skipton: Relaxed sessions at Craven Museum on the first Monday of each month
Join us for a relaxed session in Craven Museum on the first Monday of each month.
Relaxed sessions are aimed at people with additional sensory needs and anyone else who may benefit. Sessions are available to individuals, groups and families to make visiting the museum more accessible.
During relaxed sessions –
Light levels will be raised.
Sound levels will be reduced.
Visitors can make as much noise as they like.
Ear defenders are available.
Quiet Spaces are available.
Object handling sessions are running.
FREE Drop in Relaxed sessions run 9.30 -10.30am & 3.30 – 4.30pm
If you have any specific access requirements you would like to discuss in advance of your visit please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Richmond: Easter at The Green Howards Museum
Visitors can drop into a shadow puppet-making workshop led by Thunk-It Theatre. Inspired by the museum’s ‘Animal Allies’ special exhibition, children will have the chance to craft their own animal puppets and bring them to life through storytelling.
For those who enjoy a challenge, the museum’s Easter Pigeon Trail will run from 5th to 20th April. Families can explore Richmond in search of six hidden pigeons in shop windows throughout the town, follow the clues to find the pigeons that are each marked with a letter. Crack the code on your activity sheet and return to the museum to claim a special prize.
With hands-on creativity, an outdoor adventure, and plenty of history to discover, The Green Howards Museum is the perfect place to make Easter memories this spring.
Brecon: MOD Civil Service Vacancy in Brecon, Closing Date: Mon 28 Apr 25
Ministry of Defence
Locations are: Catterick Garrison, Yorkshire and the Humber, DL9 3LR : Brecon, Wales, LD3 7EA : Brampton, East of England, PE28 2EA : Telford, West Midlands, TF2 8JT : Whittington, West Midlands (England), ... see the job advert for full location information
Salary : £44,590
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 28th April 2025
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
North Yorkshire: Rural Reach Information and Advice Bus dates for April 2025
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
North Yorkshire: Introducing Swift - Migrant Support from 1st April
Blue Light Card - Reminder of the Spring Saver Weekend 28–31 Mar
When? Friday 28th – Monday 31st March
Who? Blue Light Card members
What? Exclusive discounts from top brands!
Join 5 million members already enjoying savings from brands like Halfords, Odeon, AEG, Parkdean Resorts, Gymshark, New Balance, and many more! Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe, upgrading your home and garden, or treating yourself, there’s something for everyone.
Here is a sneak peak of some exclusive offers across the Spring Saver Weekend:
St Athan: Pinnacle Housing - Open Office - Tuesday 08 April 25
Pinnacle Housing Open Office for any SFA enquiries - Tuesday 8th April at 6 Kingfisher Square, St Athan.
Maria Stevens
Housing Officer - St Athan
Tel: 07467 835542
Email: maria.stevens@pinnaclefamilies.co.uk
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Recruit for Spouses - March newsletter
To read this on line, please click here: Recruit for Spouses March newsletter
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) latest vacancy - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners
- GFIE 427- Review Officer – HMRC
- Nottingham
- Closing Date: 23 April 2025
- Job description
To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)
Give Us Time - Spring & Summer respite breaks
Click here to visit the website
Northern Ireland: Antrim & Newtownabbey Spring Plant Fair - Saturday 12th April
FREE of charge (No booking required)
Explore a range of specialist growers and nurseries offering thousands of plants perfect for spring planting in your garden.
From ornamental annuals to vibrant perennials, spring bedding plants to wildflower seeds, there's something for every green thumb and budding enthusiast.
#ANBorough #GSI25 #GardenShowIreland #SpringPlantFair #GardenInspiration #GreenThumbGathering
Information provided by HIVE NI
Northern Ireland: Veterans' Roadshow Omagh - Wednesday 9th April
The Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Office is hosting its next Veterans Roadshow and Lunch at the Silver Birches Hotel in Omagh on Wednesday, 9th April.
We welcome all veterans who are available to attend this free event, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with veteran-friendly organisations and enjoy a complimentary lunch.
To help with catering arrangements, we encourage you to register via our website: www.nivco.co.uk.
*Information provided by HIVE NI
Aldershot: Royal Engineers Festival of Football 1200 - 1800hrs Saturday 10th May 2025
FA Cup 150 Festival of football.
The Royal Engineers won the FA Cup 150 years ago and as a Corps we are celebrating with a festival of football. Below is some information and a link to tickets.
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day as we commemorate this historic victory with a military open day packed with excitement! Enjoy interactive displays, football-themed activities, and a variety of food and drink vendors to keep the whole family entertained.
✨ Highlights Include:
• A thrilling display by the Parachute Regiment Red Devils
• Special appearances by Terry Butcher, Des Walker, Al Murray and the FA Cup Trophy
• Engaging entertainment for all ages
The event is open to the public and free of charge
Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?
Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.
Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.
Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.
Shropshire Family Information Service - Are you ready for the Easter Holidays?
There’s another school holiday just round the corner, and we know how some families can find the holidays a challenge with the juggle of work and keeping the children entertained.
If parent carers are looking for thinks to do and places to go, then the Shropshire Family Information Service Directory is the place to visit. Click here for fun during the school holidays.
There’s also the Actio activity offer for those children and young people who are registered for All In Short Breaks.
Information provided: Central HIVE Hub
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