For further information please email josh.kingston102@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
January 6, 2026
Corsham: AWS Junior Youth Club returns Tue 13 Jan
For further information please email josh.kingston102@mod.gov.uk
South Cerney: AWS Youth Club 2026 return date - Wed 14 Jan
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Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Colerne: Weekly AWS groups re-starting w/c Mon 12 Jan
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For further information please email josh.kingston102@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
Colerne: Free Emergency Paediatric First Aid Training for the Military community - Sat 7 Feb
To book your space, please email josh.kingston102@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
Colerne & Corsham: Free monthly AWS groups - 'SOS Club' and the new 'Create & Chill' groups!
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Please note that the plan for SOS Club has changed a little from last year, and will now take place on the last Saturday of the month.
For more information or to book your space (and breakfast baps!) for SOS Club, please josh.kingston102@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
Barry, Colwyn Bay & Llandysul: Brew & Butty at Woody's Lodge every Thursday 9am - 3pm
Woody's Lodge - Brew & Butty
Join us at our 3 main centres in a relaxed space to socialise, share a brew, and enjoy a butty while catching up with old friends and meeting new ones.
Whether you fancy a chat, a laugh, or simply some friendly company, you’ll always find a warm welcome. And if life’s feeling a bit heavy, or you need some advice please know that support is always on hand. there’s no pressure, just people who care and are ready to listen if you need it.
Every Thursday | 9am–3pm
Barry - Amelia Trust Farm, CF62 3AS
Colwyn Bay - Ticket Office, Eirias Park
Llandysul - Penlan Farm, Rhydlewis, SA44 5QH
Come as you are the kettle’s on
Of course we are all open Mon-Thu should you need us.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Dalkeith: Wellbeing Through Archaeology Programme for Female Veterans, female serving personnel and their families Wednesday 14th Jan
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Join the Archaeology Scotland team at our HQ in Newbattle Abbey College for a course of archaeology based health and wellbeing.
The programme is starting soon and we only have a few spaces left so get in touch today!
To learn more and book your place, please e-mail Dominique at d.lyons@archaeologyscotland.org.uk
Or sign up through our online form here: https://linktr.ee/Archaeology_Scotland
With thanks to Veterans' Foundation for their amazing support!
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Chepstow: Chepstow Town Council Vacancy - Communications Officer, Closing date: 19 Jan 26
CHEPSTOW TOWN COUNCIL: WE’RE HIRING: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Chepstow Town Council is looking for a creative, community-focused Communications Officer to lead how we connect with residents, businesses, visitors and partners.
This is a key role at the heart of the Council — telling our story, promoting our work, and helping Chepstow thrive.
Hours: 25 hours per week (over 4–5 days, office-based)
Salary: SCP 19–22 (£21,662.84 pro rata | £32,061 FTE)
Flexibility: Some evening and weekend work for meetings and events
Reporting to: Town Clerk
Wiltshire: Quit smoking with the help of Smoke Free Wiltshire
- Early ageing and skin damage
- Hair thinning and loss
- Fertility problems
- Oral health
As soon as you stop smoking your body starts to repair.
Get free support to quit with the Smoke Free app or find other support on the Smoke Free Wiltshire website - https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/smokefree
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs
Wiltshire: 'Books with Baby' sessions running across Wiltshire
Click here to complete the Expression of Interest form
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs
Lichfield: AWS CW Youth Clubs - What's on Guide for January-February 2026
Scan the QR code or via the link HERE to register for the youth clubs.
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Wales: SSAFA Volunteer Caseworker Vacancies, Location - available across Wales
SSAFA are recruiting for SSAFA Caseworkers across the whole of Wales. Please see the link below for the full volunteer role description:
SSAFA Caseworker - Wales
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
South Cerney: 'Bus Stop Brews' community outreach event - first Wednesday of the month
To keep up to date with events on camp, click here to visit the South Cerney Station Welfare Facebook page
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Dorset: Wool village cinema showing of 'The Italian Job' - Fri 16th Jan
January 5, 2026
Sandhurst: Army Benevolent Fund Front Walk 14th March 2026
Walk through British History, While Supporting the Soldiers of Today.
The Home Front Walk
Step into history and join us for a 12-mile walk through some of Britain’s most iconic Army sites. The Home Front Walk, part of The Frontline Walk series by the Army Benevolent Fund, offers the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of those who served, trained, and sacrificed to defend our nation—past and present.Click HERE for further information
Aldershot: Prince Consort's Library The Rise & Fall Of The British Army 1975 - 2025 on Tuesday 10th February 2026 doors open at 17:30hrs commence at 18:00
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Vale of Glamorgan: Vale Flying Start Parent Support
Flying Start parent support service – please find information in the posters above, to make a referral please call the main office on 01446 732180.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Milford Haven: Join Milford Haven Royal Marines Cadets - Tuesdays & Thursdays
Join Milford Haven Royal Marines Cadets – The only one in West Wales! 🟢⚓
Are you ready to challenge yourself, learn new skills, and be part of something exceptional?
The Milford Haven Sea & Royal Marines Cadets offer an unparalleled experience for young people aged 13-18. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 18:30-21:00 at our unit in Unit A, Haven’s Head Business Park, Hakin, Milford Haven, SA73 3LD.
🟩 What We Do:
🟢 Military Skills: Learn essential military skills such as navigation, fieldcraft, and drill.
🟢 Adventure Training: Get hands-on experience in outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and climbing.
🟢 Water-Based Activities: Enjoy rowing, sailing, and powerboating, enhancing your seamanship abilities.
🟢 Leadership & Teamwork: Develop leadership qualities and teamwork skills that will serve you for life.
🟢 Community Involvement: Participate in community events and ceremonies, representing Training Ship Harrier, Milford Haven Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets with pride.
Brecon: Talks at Y Gaer: George Overton - Overtaken by Steam on Sat 10th Jan 26
Talks at Y Gaer: George Overton - Overtaken by Steam
Saturday 10 January 2026
11:30
Y Gaer Museum, Art Gallery & Library
Glamorgan Street, Brecon, LD3 7DW
Discover how the tracks were laid towards our modern day!
Click here for more information.Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Dundee: Estate Manager Vacancy within Highland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association, closing date noon Thursday 29th January 2026
Applications are invited for the post of Estates Manager for the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (HRFCA) based in our Dundee Office, Seathwood 365, Dundee, DD2 1lX. Date of appointment will be dependent on the availability of the successful candidate but is expected to be by March 2026.
The Post is Permanent/full-time based on a 37 hour working week. This is a Crown Servant (Civil Servant Band C2 equivalent) and the salary is £37,720. The successful candidate will be eligible to join the Council of RFCA’s Pension Scheme which operates on a Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) basis and has a personal contribution for members of 5% of pensionable earnings. Annual leave, excluding Public Holidays, is 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service; previous public sector employment may count towards qualifying years’ service. Applicants must have a clean driving licence and should live within reasonable commuting distance of the Dundee office. A significant amount of travel is involved therefore candidates must be prepared to travel and spend nights away from home, for which reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. An Association vehicle is provided.
As a minimum applicants must be educated to HND in a building surveying or construction related discipline, relevant experience will be considered. Alternatively membership of CIOB or Institute of Maintenance and Building Management would also be acceptable.
Read the job description in full here
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Serve & Protect Credit Union: Free financial webinars – January dates
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🌍 Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money
Dates: Thursday 8th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How you can live a greener life, helping you to save money and care for the planet.
🔗 Register Here
🐖 Saving Made Simple: Practical Tips to Boost your Savings
Dates: Wednesday 14th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Explore 10 practical savings methods to build a healthy savings cushion.
🔗 Register Here
✍ Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
Dates: Thursday 15th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How to create a budget that meets your goals, with tips to cut spending.
🔗 Register Here
☔ The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected
Date: Wednesday 21st January
Time: 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM
What to Expect: Explore why financial resilience matters and simple, practical tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here
🚀 Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score
Dates: Thursday 22nd January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the importance of looking after your credit score, with tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here
💡 Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know
Date: Thursday 29th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the key factors lenders may evaluate, with tips to consider before applying.
🔗 Register Here
Dates: Thursday 8th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How you can live a greener life, helping you to save money and care for the planet.
🔗 Register Here
🐖 Saving Made Simple: Practical Tips to Boost your Savings
Dates: Wednesday 14th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Explore 10 practical savings methods to build a healthy savings cushion.
🔗 Register Here
✍ Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
Dates: Thursday 15th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How to create a budget that meets your goals, with tips to cut spending.
🔗 Register Here
☔ The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected
Date: Wednesday 21st January
Time: 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM
What to Expect: Explore why financial resilience matters and simple, practical tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here
🚀 Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score
Dates: Thursday 22nd January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the importance of looking after your credit score, with tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here
💡 Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know
Date: Thursday 29th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the key factors lenders may evaluate, with tips to consider before applying.
🔗 Register Here
Chatham: Start the New Year Mission Jan
Start the New Year Smoke-Free!
Thinking about quitting smoking?
Now’s the perfect time to take control!
Getting support from your local stop smoking service increases your chance of success.
Your Quit Support Includes:
- Weekly 1-to-1 sessions on site at Brompton Barracks
- A FREE vape starter kit
- A FREE nicotine patches, gum or lozenges
- Physical activity will feel easier
- Improve your mood
- Save money
We’ll be at The Cook House on Tuesday 6th January 2026 from 10:00 – 13:00.
Drop in for a confidential chat and find out how we can support your mission to quit.
Or sign up for FREE quit smoking support here:
👉 Referral to Medway's Stop Smoking Service (Smokefree Families and Military) – Fill in form
Make this year the one you go smoke-free – we’ve got your back!
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Lichfield: Pinnacle & Amey Housing Surgery - Tuesday 28 January
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
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.
Bovington: Garrison weekly fitness sessions - child friendly
Dorset: New Year bin collection dates until Mon 12th Jan 2026
Usual collection day Revised collection day
Monday 5
January Tuesday 6 January
Tuesday 6
January Wednesday 7 January
Wednesday 7
January Thursday 8 January
Thursday 8
January Friday 9 January
Friday 9
January Saturday 10 January
Collection days will return to normal from Monday 12 January.
Information
provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Bump, baby & toddler event - Sun 25th Jan 2026 Register your interest now!
Visitors can browse the baby & children’s nearly new sale, listen to a range of talks from our guest speakers, enjoy baby & toddler-friendly activities and enjoy exploring The Tank Museum – with its soft play area, perfect for tots!
Plus, for this event, The Tank Museum is delighted to offer 50% off admission – and under 4s go free! Register your interest Little Pickles Market - The Tank Museum to be notified when tickets become available.
Bovington: Wool Parish Newsletter Jan 2026
Local information, events, notices & updates
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions
A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect.
Everyone welcome.
Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.Toilets and baby changing facilities.
Free car parking.
Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Monkey World 50% off entry for locals Fri 2nd - Sat 31st Jan 2026
To take advantage of this offer, simply book online HERE or buy direct from the gate.
Proof of address will be required on entry. You will get the best prices by booking online! Offer valid from 2nd-31st January ONLY. Promotions cannot be combined.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support
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
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