October 30, 2025

Wiltshire: What's on in November across North Wiltshire & Swindon

 

Please click the links below for a selection of local upcoming events and bookmark this page for any future updates! (Updated events may be added weekly and will show in bold text to indicate they are new)

Please note that the formatting of these lists has changed, and events are now listed by area where possible (unless in date order)

Strensall: Trick or Treat at the Library 31st Oct FREE


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Hereford: Free Spooky Wildplay Half Term Fun - Fri 31 Oct 25


 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Staffordshire Women's Aid - Volunteer Open Day - 20 November


 Information provided:Central HIVE Hub

Grantham: Housing Surgery


Next Housing Surgery at the HIVE Community Centre, Building 162, Thursday 20th November, 1030 - 1230. All welcome!

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: Local details of Remembrance Sunday Events

Grantham Crematorium 5th November 1100hrs 

A Quiet Remembrance - a Service for Grantham Civilians Lost in the War



Join us as we come together to remember and honour the Grantham civilians who lost their lives during times of war. This special service offers a moment of reflection and gratitude for the ordinary men, women, and children whose lives were forever changed by conflict.
We will gather at the Civilian War Memorial in Grantham Cemetery to pay our respects, share in remembrance, and ensure their names and stories are never forgotten.
All are welcome to attend and join us in this act of remembrance.

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service (Sunday, November 9, 2025) Parade: 

The annual parade is expected to assemble and march from St Peter's Hill, passing through the town centre via High Street and Vine Street on its way to St Wulfram's Church.
Service: A service is held at St Wulfram's Church, which includes the two-minute silence and an act of remembrance at the war memorial.

Armistice Day (Tuesday, November 11, 2025) A two-minute silence is observed in the town centre at 11 a.m. on Armistice Day.
For the most up-to-date information, residents can check with the Grantham Royal British Legion or South Kesteven District Council closer to the date.  




Check out all the activities and Remembrance celebrations at International Bomber Command Centre here:

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Hereford: Community Open Day - Sat 1 Nov 25


Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

 

Hereford: Remembrance Day - Sun 9 Nov 25



 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Hereford: Christmas Craft Fair - Sat 22 Nov


 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Richmond: Remembrance Sunday 9th Nov



Remembrance Sunday - Sunday 9th November 2025The Remembrance Service will be held at St Mary's Parish Church at 10.00am followed by wreath laying in Friary Gardens at 11.00am and then parade back into the Market Place.

Please Note:- Rolling Road Closure will be in operation around Victoria Road, Queens Road, King Street & Market Place between 10.40am - 12.30pm (approximately).

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Chepstow: Welsh Blood Service at The Drill Hall, Chepstow on 3rd Nov 25

Chepstow Drill Hall:

Thank you, Chepstow!

What an incredible result from the recent blood donation clinic at The Drill Hall! 79 donations, including 3 first-time donors, and an amazing 237 lives saved thanks to our generous community!

But we’re not stopping there… our next donation session is on November 3rd, and 84 appointments remain. These slots fill up fast, so don’t wait! Book your spot and keep the lifesaving momentum going!

Book your appointment here:

https://wbs.wales/DrillHallChepstow

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Hampshire: Surviving Being a Military Partner Four sessions starting on Tuesday 18th November 2025 1pm - 2.30pm

 



Click on Poster for further information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Little Troopers: SQUAD Podcast is returning for Series 2 and your military children Year7+ could take part as contributors

SQUAD Podcast - Series

SQUAD is returning for Series 2 and your military children Year7+ could take part as contributors.











The Little Troopers podcast – SQUAD – is created especially for 
young people aged 11–18 who are part of a military family.

As we get ready to launch Series 2, we’re on the lookout for young contributors to feature in the new episodes! Recording will take place throughout November and the podcast will launch in January 2026. You’ll be able to listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all other major platforms – as well as on the Little Troopers website.

🎧 This is a fantastic opportunity for military young people to share their experiences and join conversations alongside an inspiring line-up of guests – including celebrities, sports stars, and musicians who also grew up in military families.

We’d love to hear your story and your questions for our guests about how being part of a military family has shaped their lives and careers.


Leuchars: The next Veterans Breakfast will be held on Tuesday 4th November

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Powys: Take 3 Parenting Support - Free 6 week group based course

 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Poppy Appeal - Sat 1st Nov in Brecon

POPPY APPEAL – This Saturday in Brecon.

What’s happening?

  • Lucky Dip for kids
  • Raffle for adults
  • Remembrance items available — pins, poppies, lanyards and more!

Every penny raised goes directly to support the Poppy Appeal and those who have served.  Come along, have some fun, and support a great cause.

Bethel Square, Brecon

9am – 4pm

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Sandhurst - Content Planning Club Accountability & Advice







Are you a military spouse/partner that creates content?

We host a virtual session to connect us all on the first Thursday of the month, 10:30am-12pm, totally free. In fact, we are holding a session next Thursday 06.11.2025. Why not come and join us?

Content may be something that’s all too easy to slip off your to do list, time and time again, but we hope these sessions provide the accountability you may feel you need to make sure you’re actually creating it once in a while.

Content can range from social media content, to emails, to blog posts, magazine articles or just about anything else!

The bonus? Throughout the session you’re able to ask for feedback and advice in the Zoom chat, so no more analysis paralysis or being stuck for ideas as you can ask in there.

We’d love to see you there

We also have our physical SANDHURST MCN HUB where you can book a desk to help you get into the zone without the distractions from home. Please reach out if you would like to book a trial session.

https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub


West Midlands: CTP BT Armed Forces Network Transition Workshop in Birmingham - 13 November


Nov 13  Birmingham, Three Snow Hill

The workshop is designed to support service leavers and veterans in transitioning to the civilian sector. It offers tailored resources and guidance to address the unique challenges of moving from military to civilian life.

The workshop will provide comprehensive support to service leavers and veterans as they navigate their transition to the civilian sector. It offers a range of resources and guidance tailored to address the unique challenges faced by individuals moving from military to civilian life. Participants will benefit from expert-led sessions on career planning, skills translation, and networking strategies, ensuring they are well-equipped to pursue new opportunities.

By fostering a supportive environment, the workshop aims to empower service leavers to successfully integrate into civilian careers and communities.

Full details: HERE

Information: Central HIVE Hub

Scotland: Safer Scotland Safest way to enjoy fireworks


The safest way to celebrate Bonfire Night is at an organised event. If you are planning on buying fireworks, please ensure that you read the instructions provided to make sure the space you have is large enough to use them safely.

Remember, it is illegal to set off fireworks in public places, including streets and parks.

Find out if there are events taking place in your local area here 👉 https://www.firescotland.gov.uk/outdoors/

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Athan: St Athan Fireworks Display at St Athan Golf Club on Tue 4th Nov 25

 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 30th of October

NHS Scotland is offering up to 6-month paid placement starting this September/October across a range of roles within the Health Boards. These placements are designed to help transfer your unique skills into a meaningful career in healthcare.


For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

Powys: Powys new interactive bus routes now live!


Powys County Council: 

It’s here! Powys’ new interactive bus routes map is now live!

Plan your journey, explore new routes, and connect to your community like never before.

Try it now: www.powys.gov.uk/localbuses

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Dorset: Bovington & Blandford coworking hubs - virtual content planning session Thur 6th Nov



Are you a military spouse/partner that creates content?

As well as our physical BLANDFORD MCN HUB (why not reach out and book a trial?) where you can book a desk to help you get into the zone without the distractions from home, we also run a VIRTUAL CONTENT PLANNING session to connect us. First Thursday of the month, totally free. In fact, we are holding a session next Thursday 06.11.2025 from 10:30am-12pm

Content may be something that’s all too easy to slip off your to do list, time and time again, but we hope these sessions provide the accountability you may feel you need to make sure you’re actually creating it once in a while.

Content can range from social media content, to emails, to blog posts, magazine articles or just about anything else!

The bonus? Throughout the session you’re able to ask for feedback and advice in the Zoom chat, so no more analysis paralysis or being stuck for ideas as you can ask in there.

We’d love to see you there

https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Cardiff: Careers Wales - Inclusive jobs fair - celebrating neurodivergence on Wed 12th Nov in Cardiff


Inclusive jobs fair - celebrating neurodivergence

Wednesday 12 November 2025
Careers Wales Unit 4, Churchill House 17 Churchill Way Cardiff CF10 2HH

Free one-hour sessions between 10am – 2pm. Booking is essential
The link below will navigate you to the eventbrite page to book your place:

Book here

The link below will provide you with a poster of the event.

Poster of the event

For more information call 0800 028 4844.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Wales: Carers Wales - Me Time - free online sessions for Carers in October & November 2025


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  • Monday 3 November 2-3pm Book Club
  • Thursday 6 November 1-2pm Gambling Awareness with Adfeiriad
  • Wednesday 12 November 1-2pm Public Health Wales screening information
  • Wednesday 19 November 11am - 12pm De-clutter with Jane Breeze
  • Tuesday 25 November 1-2pm Dwr Cymru

To register for a Me Time session

Me Time Sessions Poster for October and November 2025

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Wales: Evaluation of the ALN System: Survey of Parents and Carers

As part of our four-year evaluation of the ALN system the Welsh Government is publishing the findings of the Parent and Carers survey that gathered experiences and concerns from earlier this year. The report explores parents’ and carers’ views on topics such as:
  • Individual development plans
  • Information and guidance
  • Identification of ALN
  • Person-centred planning meetings
  • Additional learning provision (ALP)
  • Overall satisfaction with the ALN system
The following link will navigate you to the evaluation on the Welsh Government website:

Evaluation of the ALN System

Thank you to everyone who contributed to these important pieces of work. Your contributions are invaluable in helping us improve the ALN system for all learners. Your insights continue to shape and strengthen our shared vision for inclusive education in Wales.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

St Athan: Course Cancelled on Monday 3rd November at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre

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Please note: Due to no registrations / sign ups, the course 'Mental Health First Aid Level 1' due to take place on Monday 3rd November 2025 at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre has been cancelled.

If you would like to sign up / register for any other courses being run by The Family Foundation please email Charles@thefamilyfoundation.co.uk 

Next scheduled course at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre:
Monday 24th November - Digital & AI Awareness.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Bovington: Garrison weekly fitness sessions - child friendly


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Information provided by Bovington HIVE



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

Blandford: Garrison pantomime 'Sleeping Beauty' Mon 8th Dec - Tickets on sale from Mon 3rd Nov

 

This year's Garrison pantomime from the Forces Foundation will be performed by professional actors from the Panto bus.

Venue: Garrison cinema (on camp)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE


Department for Work & Pensions Bulk Recruitment:  175 vacancies for Universal Credit Review Executive Officers nationwide

The Department for Work and Pensions has 175 vacancies for Universal Credit Review Executive Officers, open for applications between the 28/10/2025 and the 11/11/2025. The vacancies are available to veterans, reservists, currently serving personnel who are looking to transition into civilian roles and their family members.

The link for further information on the role, locations and how to apply is at: Universal Credit Review - Executive Officer - National (Ref: 749) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

October 29, 2025

Barry: Free 5 week course - How to Budget for Xmas starting 4th Nov in Barry

 

How to Budget for Christmas!

Get ready for the festive season without the stress!

Join our free 5-week budgeting course and learn simple ways to save money, budget smartly, pay safely, and avoid festive debt.

Spaces are limited - click the link to book your place today - https://forms.office.com/e/1tLjADy4VU

Starts: 4th November
12:30 – 2:30pm
The Pod, Golau Caredig, Barry, CF627AZ

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Free course - Mental Health First Aid Level 1 for spouses/partners on 11th Nov at Beachley MOD Community Centre

 
Attention Military Wives & Partners at Beachley!

Invest a bit of time in your own well-being and become a vital support for your community.

We're running a FREE Mental Health First Aid L1 course just for you!
This essential course is all about understanding the basics of dealing with mental health in a first aid capacity, giving you the confidence to help others when it matters most.

Why Join?

Cost: Completely FREE! (Fully funded by The Family Foundation).
Focus: Tailored for Wives, Spouses, and Partners of Serving Personnel.
Skill: Gain fundamental, life-changing mental health support skills.

Key Details: 
Date: Monday, 11th November 
Location: Beachley MOD Community Center

Register at the link below: 
https://forms.office.com/e/iSYkg5GCsn

Alternatively, for any questions, please email Charlie:
charles@thefamilyfoundation.co.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

St Athan: MOD Civil Service Vacancy in St Athan, Closing Date: Tue 18th Nov 25


Senior Mental Health Social Worker
Ministry of Defence
St Athan Medical Centre, MOD St Athan , Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 4WA
Salary : £37,720
Closes : 11:55 pm on Tuesday 18th November 2025
Reference : 435171

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

West Midlands: Beyond the Uniform Well-being drop in - Ages 11-16 New Road Academy Wednesdays


 Information: Central HIVE Hub

Shropshire: Live Well Community Hub Donnington - 1st Friday of every month


 Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Dorset: Halloween - Spooks by the sea (weymouth) Thur 30th Oct



Get ready to haunt the town! Whether you're a ghoul, witch, zombie, vampire, or something delightfully spooky, we want YOU to join the Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat in full costume!

Halloween Parade - 4.30pm, starting at Millenium Square

Trunk or Treat 6-8pm, Melcombe Regis Car Park
Join the reimagined Halloween Parade through town, ending in a Trunk or Treat extravaganza at Melcombe Regis Car Park! Expect around 40 decorated cars, sweets and gifts for the kids, activities, refreshments available to purchase and prizes for the most scary Halloween trunk!

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Halloween party (Wareham) Wed 29th Oct.

 


Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison pumpkin carving competition. Closing date Fri 31st Oct

 

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Surrey: childcare provision and funding - Surrey Additional Needs and Disabilities


Childcare providers have a legal duty to offer extra support to meet the needs of a child with a disability under the Equality Act 2010. This might include installing a ramp to allow wheelchair access to their premises, or training staff to use special equipment. 

They will also be able to apply to Surrey County Council to access additional support and funding to help pay for extra staff, training or resources that have been identified as necessary to allow your child to attend their setting. More information is available on the Surrey website below.

Click HERE for more information. 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Oxfordshire: Museums and Heritage



Explore Museums and Heritage Attractions

You’ll never be short of cultural things to do in Southern Oxfordshire thanks to its diverse array of captivating museums, listed buildings and heritage attractions. In Wantage, the Vale & Downland Museum offers a window into the cultural heritage of the Vale of White Horse region, complemented by a charming café with a terrace and garden. A visit to the Abingdon County Hall Museum immerses you in the vibrant history of Abingdon through dynamic exhibitions and community-driven initiatives.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Hampshire: Hampshire County Council Childcare Choices

 


Changes to childcare support mean you might now be eligible for more help than ever before. Support from Childcare Choices can give your child a great start while giving you work choices, helping you make the juggle of family life a little easier. 

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Aldershot: Rushmoor Borough Council Employment & Skills Support for Military Spouses


Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub