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March 8, 2025

March 7, 2025

Swindon: 'City of Sanctuary' charity fighting isolation

 

Swindon City of Sanctuary seek to build a culture of welcome, inclusion and support for everyone in Swindon, with a focus on people who are seeking sanctuary from war and persecution.

For families new to Swindon with pre-school children, come and join the team from Swindon City of Sanctuary to chat, sing songs and rhymes, play games, craft, and share stories. No need to book, just drop in!

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Lichfield: AWS Community Support Saturday Family SEN Sessions - The Postbox


 



Register via QR Code or by clicking HERE

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub


Stafford: Housing surgery MoD Stafford Beacon Barracks Welfare Office Wednesday 2nd April 2025 13.00 - 14.00hrs


Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunity with RFCA NI - Cadet Stores Assistant - Application closes 5pm Friday 21st March

 
A Vacancy has arisen within the 2nd (Northern Ireland) Battalion Army Cadet Force (ACF) for a Cadet Stores Assistant.
This is a permanent, full-time Crown Servant (Civil Service grade E1 equivalent) post based at Ballykinler starting at £30,556 per year. 

Click here for more details

https://uk.indeed.com/jobs?q=rfca&l=&from=searchOnHP&vjk=52a5c61a72c09ee

Information provided by HIVE NI

West Midlands: Royal Navy Family & People Support Online Children's Events - 6 and 13 April



Don't miss out on two great events taking place online this Easter. That means if you are free and are a member of the RN Forum & Members Events and Activities, you can have great fun from anywhere.

Information: Central HIVE Hub
 

Month of the Military Child - Wear Purple on 25 April


Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub


 

March 6, 2025

Bath: Walking trails in and around Bath

Please click here to read this guide online

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Gloucestershire: Employability courses in March

 

Adult Education in Gloucestershire, a service within Gloucestershire County Council, provides learning for individuals, employers and communities, and works in partnership with external organisations and other services across the Council. Upcoming courses include:

  • Online CV Writing Masterclass - Wed 12 Mar
  • Find Your Next Job Using Career Coach Online - Wed 19 Mar

Click here for further information about these courses

Alternatively click here to visit the website

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

West Midlands: Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach - March 2025





More information 👉 HERE
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Hereford: Hereford Vegan Market 2025 - Sun 9 Mar


New for 2025! We will be bringing our popular vegan market to Hereford Hightown for the first time in 2025.

Browse a range of products from local and national independent businesses including incredible street food, sweet bakes and treats, deli items like vegan cheese, arts and crafts, charities and outreach and much more.

This event isn’t just for vegans. We guarantee everyone will find something they enjoy!

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sun 9 Mar
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: High Town, 25-26 High St, Hereford HR1 2DJ
Entry: FREE
Dogs allowed: Yes
Register your attendance: https://www.veganfairs.co.uk/upcoming-events/hereford-vegan-market-2025


Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Hereford: Love Exploring App


 

Looking for free & exciting ways to Explore our City?

Download the ‘Love Exploring’ app to explore guided trails and games in Hereford!

Love Exploring offers users a new, accessible way to find routes to Hereford’s numerous art pieces, historic plaques, places of interest, and much more.

You can find the app in the Google Play Store or the Iphone App Store.
Please ensure you explore responsibly, following social distancing guidelines at all times.

Hereford: Jumbo and Pearls Vintage market - Sun 9 Mar


 Free Entry! Step into a treasure trove of vintage Jewellery, antiques, handmade finds at Lyde Court! Whether you’re a collector, fashion lover or just love a good rummage, there’s something for everyone!


Sunday 9th March 10am - 4pm Lyde Court, HR1 3AE, Hereford

Entry is FREE but please let us know you're coming - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1253177179679?aff=oddtdtcreator


Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

West Midlands: Telford & Wrekin Armed Forces Community Outreach Events/Activities - March 2025

Information: Central HIVE Hub
 

Hereford: 'Women at Work' event celebrating International Women's Day - Sat 8 Mar


 For further information please click here.


Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub


West Midlands: Family Easter Craft Session - Tuesday 15 April - The Rangers Centre, Ternhill


 Information: Central HIVE Hub

West Midlands: Family Easter Craft Session - Monday 14 April - Venning Barracks


 

Information supplied by: Central HIVE Hub

Blackpool: March Markdown at Blackpool Zoo - 40% Discount for local Residence including PR4 during March 2025

March Markdown

Save 40% off entry!

As a huge thank you to our local supporters, we are offering residents of Blackpool, Fylde, and Wyre and Zoo Member guests 40% off single tickets until 31st March 2025 (not valid on family tickets).

People living in postcodes FY1 to FY8, PR3 and PR4, or accompanying a zoo member can take advantage of the March Markdown discount to catch up with their favourite zoo residents from Saturday 1st to Monday 31st of March 2025.

Once you have selected your tickets, use promo code: MARCH2025 (must be entered as uppercase) in the promotion code box at the bottom of the page, click apply and then continue.

Please bring valid ID to show our admissions team on the day of your visit. This could be a recent utility bill, driving licence or 2025 membership card.

For more Information and to book tickets, click HERE

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Church Crookham: Army Welfare Service Volunteers to join a Committee.

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Church Crookham: Army Welfare Service Give Us a Hand

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Tidworth: Tidworth 10K and Family Fun Run - 13th April 2025

For more information please click here

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

 

Surrey: LGBTQIA Community Cohesion Workshop Tuesday 25th March 6.30 - 8.30pm

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Ludgershall: Ludgershall's Front Gardens in Bloom Competition


Information provided by South West HIVE Hub 

Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunities with Aramark

  

For further information please click here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Catterick: Banana Moon Nursery - Military Discount

Information provided by Catterick HIVE

Catterick: Job Opportunity at Banana Moon Day Nursery

Information provided by Catterick HIVE

March 5, 2025

St Athan: Job Vacancy - St Athan Community Council, Closing Date: 07 Mar 25


Job Title: Proper Officer/ Responible Finance Officer
Council Name: St Athan Community Council, Vale of Glamorgan
Salary: SCP 24-28 (£33024 - £36648)
Holidays: All national holidays and 21 days annual leave
Closing Date: 07 March 25

Click here for more information.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Haverfordwest: St David's Day Parade on 07 Mar 25 in Haverfordwest

 
St. David’s Day Parade – Haverfordwest!
07.03.25 | 10:00 AM

Join us as we celebrate Welsh language and culture in the heart of Haverfordwest! Expect music, celebrations, and a sea of red, white, and green!
Tag your friends!
Message us to get involved!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

St Athan: FREE Adult learning course - Make your own Green Cleaning Products - 12 March 2025


Make your own Green Cleaning Products Course - Wed 12 Mar 25

FREE Adult Learning Course for the Armed Forces Community from Cardiff Met University

Make Your Own Green Cleaning Products course on Wednesday 12 March at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre.

To register your place please contact the Wales HIVE Hub:
Tel: 01446 798381
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-WalesHub-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk 

Course Description:

This is perfect for anyone who wants their home to feel fresh and clean without costing the earth. We'll learn how to make a safe and effective citrus cleaning spray that smells great and clever fizzing toilet bombs that keep our toilet fresh and make it easier to clean as well as your very own reusable sponge.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow & Gloucestershire: Gloucester Forces Hub

 

Forces Hub Gloucestershire Military Personnel, Veterans & Families FORCES HUB - Open to ALL serving Military Personnel, Veterans & their families (All Nationalities Welcome) Every Last Thursday of the month. 12.30-14.30.

For more information please click here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Weeton, Preston, Chester: Recruit For Spouses Foreign & Commonwealth Programme to support NUKN in the North West

RFS has been able to obtain some funding to support the NUKN Service Community in the North West and Chester.

  • Foreign & Commonwealth Programme
Are you a member of the Foreign & Commonwealth community with a qualification from your home country that you need transferring to its UK equivalent? Then we have some very exciting news to share with you!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the RFS Foreign and Commonwealth Programme! After a year of hard work and dedication from our incredible team, this innovative programme is designed to break down financial barriers for Foreign and Commonwealth spouses/partners, helping them transfer qualifications to UK equivalents. This will enable easier access to employment, study, or to gain professional registration.

Our Career Academy will cover the costs of obtaining a Statement of Comparability and facilitate the application process, working with trusted service providers to ensure qualifications meet UK standards.

Eligibility:

- Partner of a Foreign or Commonwealth national serving in HM Forces (Royal Navy, British Army, or Royal Air Force)
- Over 18 years of age
- Partners include spouses, civil partners, fiancés(e), or individuals living with serving personnel in a relationship akin to marriage/civil partnership for at least two years.

Application Requirements:

- Partner’s service number
- Date of entry to the UK
- Visa status (if applicable)

To apply for this support and service, sign up to our portal and click 'programmes' on the upper left-hand side here - https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in

  • Coaching & Mentoring
Our FREE coaching and mentoring programme is open to the entire military community—because everyone deserves the chance to thrive. Whether you’re a spouse, partner, serving personnel, service leaver, veteran, or military child aged 18+, this programme is designed to help you take charge of your personal and professional journey. With a pool of over 80 expert coaches and mentors from leading industry sectors, we provide tailored support to help you unlock your full potential!

Sign up today by registering on our portal and selecting 'programmes' in the upper left-hand corner - https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Stafford: AWS Community Support Sen - Sationals monthly activity supporting military families with SEND 5th April 2025

Monthly activities for Military families, suitable for children with  Special Educational Needs (SEND)

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - Marston, Stafford - witness appeal following Livestock attack






We are appealing for information after a dog chased a flock of sheep in a field on Marston Lane, Marston, near Stafford, on Friday 22 February.

It happened between 9pm and 10pm.

As a result, four sheep were hurt and three pregnant ewes in the field have sadly passed away.

As part of our initial enquiries, we are keen to speak to the owner of a blue vehicle seen on the lane between these times. It was also in the area a few days before at a similar time.

If you have witnessed this vehicle in the local area, we would also like to hear from you.

If you have any information, please don’t hesitate to email 06583@staffordshire.police.uk , quoting reference number 472 of 22 February.

Should you encounter livestock on land you walk thorough please:

- Ensure your dog is on a lead at all times

- Keep them under close control when walking through fields of livestock, particularly sheep

Livestock worrying is a criminal offence and comes under the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953.

‘Worrying’ is where a dog attacks or chases livestock causing injury or suffering.

This isn’t just a threat to a farmer or land owner’s livelihood, it’s also dangerous for the animals involved and could lead to more risk if the animals get onto the road.

Always keep your dog under control around other animals and if you see a dog on the loose worrying animals please report this to us.

For more information please refer to our website: Animal crime | Staffordshire Police

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Stafford: Staffordshire county council - jobs of the week! 5th March 2025

5th march 2025





Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Brecon: 'Your Incredible Child' Group - Mondays at Y Gaer Museum


Parents of children aged 3 – 6 Years Old are given the opportunity to learn about:
  • Child-Directed Play.
  • How to use Praise, Incentives, and Rewards to Promote co-operative behaviour.
  • Establishing Routine, Household Rules, and setting Boundaries.
  • Managing inappropriate behaviours, and keeping yourself calm.
  • Teaching & Helping your child to regulate their emotions with calming techniques.
  • Appropriate consequences and problem solving skills.
  • Supporting your child’s social and emotional skills.
Book your place – HERE

For more information, please contact: parentinggroups@powys.gov.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Dragon's Breath Disco - Free Entry on Sat 08 Mar 25

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Brecon Farmers & Makers Market - Sat 08 Mar 25

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Cowbridge & Llantwit Major: Spring Markets on Sat 15 & 29 Mar 25 in Cowbridge & Llantwit Major

About Spring Market:

Are you in search of a little indulgence for yourself or a unique, thoughtful gift? If so, Vale Makers will be holding two Spring Makers Markets this March

The first market will be at Cowbridge Town Hall on Saturday March 15th and then at Llantonian Hall, Llantwit Major on Saturday March 29th.
The markets will be your first opportunity this year to snap up some fabulous items from an ever-growing group of talented Vale craftspeople.
From jewellery and ceramics to woodcraft, glass, printmaking, and textile art, we offer a wide array of beautiful, skilfully handcrafted items.

And with each purchase you will be supporting a small local business.
For more information please click here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Hereford: Hereford And Leominster May Fair 2025



Hereford And Leominster May Fair – Fun for the Whole Family!
Get ready for three days of thrills, laughter, and excitement as the May Fair returns!
Leominster 1st - 3rd May
Hereford May 6th - 8th.
The streets of Leominster and Hereford will come alive with spectacular rides, traditional stalls, and food.
Dare to ride the white-knuckle attractions
Enjoy classic fairground treats
Try your luck at funfair games
Soak up the vibrant atmosphere
Don’t miss this historic 900 year tradition and unmissable annual event!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub


Vale of Glamorgan: 5 new QuickStart Roles now available!

 

Click poster to enlarge.
Another 5 QuickStart Roles Just Dropped! 🎉

These amazing opportunities will help shape your future and give you a key way into the local council. You can express interest in as many roles as you like!

🔗 Interested? Fill out the form to put in expression of interest
📌 Eligibility:

✔️ Aged 18-30
✔️ Resident of the Vale of Glamorgan
✔️ Not in employment, training, or education

📌 The Details:

✔️ 25 hours per week
✔️ 6-month paid placement (National Minimum Wage)
✔️ Opportunities to extend
✔️ Start date: April 2025

Expression of Interest form closes on 12th March so fill out the form now!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.