Please see the list below for more upcoming courses or visit the website here
To enrol, please click here
May 8, 2026
Gloucestershire: Latest updates from Gloucestershire County Council
- Have your say on the future of SEND in Gloucestershire
- Families in Partnership newsletter - for Families with SEND
- Employment & Skills Hub updates
- 'Big Health Day' reminder - Thu 11 Jun
- Gloucestershire Recycles update
- Greener Gloucestershire
- Libraries update
Please note that this page may be updated with more links as the month rolls on.
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Lyneham: Free Vivo 'In Bloom' workshop - Thu 28 May
This event is open to all military families and contractors attached to MOD Lyneham. The session will run at MOD Lyneham Community Centre on Thursday 28th May 1100-11:45.
Please click here to book your space!
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Hounds for Heroes: Spring Newsletter
At Hounds for Heroes, Hounds are specially trained assistance dogs, and Heroes are physically disabled or injured personnel of HM Armed Forces and the Emergency Services, whose lives are transformed through partnership with a Hounds for Heroes dog.
To find out more, please visit: Hounds for Heroes Assistance Dogs | Hounds for Heroes
Blandford: Garrison youth club sessions (inters & seniors) Mon & Wed
Venue: Semaphore Arms Function Room (located near the WRVS/Junior Rates Cookhouse and WO/Sgts Mess).
Junior sessions, for children in school years 1 to 3 will return in due course. More information to follow in the coming weeks.
For further information on youth club sessions contact James.Tarring100@mod.gov.uk
Volunteers are always needed to help out. If you can help in anyway at any of the sessions please contact James Tarring at above email address.
For those children that aren’t yet registered, there will be a QR code provided on entry for parents to complete or see below.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Blandford Job centre information
Blandford job centre can also administer claims - Jobseekers Allowance, Incapacity Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance and Income Support.
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Bovington & Blandford garrison youth trip - Thorpe park Tues 26th May. Book now. Spaces left
Height restrictions apply on most rides (minimum of 1.2m tall for most, 1.4m for major coasters).
Timings
Blandford Pick Up - 0730 - Signals Museum car park, Blandford Camp
Bovington Pick Up - 0810 - Vision youth centre, Elles road, Bovington.
Arrive at Thorpe Park - 1015
Depart Thorpe Park - 1730
Bovington Arrival - 2015 - Vision youth centre, Elles road, Bovington.
Blandford Arrival - 2100 - Signals Museum car park, Blandford Camp
For more details and to purchase tickets click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Timings
Blandford Pick Up - 0730 - Signals Museum car park, Blandford Camp
Bovington Pick Up - 0810 - Vision youth centre, Elles road, Bovington.
Arrive at Thorpe Park - 1015
Depart Thorpe Park - 1730
Bovington Arrival - 2015 - Vision youth centre, Elles road, Bovington.
Blandford Arrival - 2100 - Signals Museum car park, Blandford Camp
For more details and to purchase tickets click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bath & Bristol: What's on in & around the Bath & Bristol area in May
Please click the links below for a selection of local attractions and bookmark this page for any future updates! (Updated attractions and seasonal events may be added weekly and will show in bold text to indicate they are new)
Please note that currently, this list does not specify individual events. It does however include a list of event spaces, tourism websites, and more. Seasonal Easter events are also included.
Gloucestershire: What's on in May
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 new events have been added to the long 'recurring list of event spaces, tourism websites, etc.' section so please check to see what's on near you!
Weeton & Preston: Your Voice - A Storytelling Project for Military Spouses and Partners
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use
or email Tel: 01929 402239 during office hours
For all bookings, a £50 deposit will be required within 7 days of making the booking and the full balance is to be paid 28 days prior to stay. The rate is set at £50 per night for the first three nights, then £25 per night thereafter.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
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 mini bus hire
Garrison owned air conditioned mini bus. 8 seats plus driver
Competitive hire rates - £35 per day. (£100 refundable deposit)
No mileage charges, Full fuel tank required on hand back
To book the minibus contact Bovington welfare office via email CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk or telephone 01929 402239
The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.
Hire of the mini bus is for Bovington/Lulworth Garrison military personnel and MOD civil servants.
Competitive hire rates - £35 per day. (£100 refundable deposit)
No mileage charges, Full fuel tank required on hand back
To book the minibus contact Bovington welfare office via email CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk or telephone 01929 402239
The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.
Hire of the mini bus is for Bovington/Lulworth Garrison military personnel and MOD civil servants.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunities within the education Authority
Information provided by HIVE NI
May 7, 2026
Northern Ireland: Latest MOD Civil service Employment Opportunities
As a key component of the security framework protecting the defence estate across Northern Ireland, this role plays a crucial part in maintaining the safety of personnel, assets and infrastructure. No previous security experience is required as full training will be given for the range of armed security duties.
Security Services Group (SSG) - Senior Technical Security Advisor
We are seeking a motivated and passionate professional to join the Protective Security Advisory Team (PSAT) as a Senior Technical Security Advisor. In this role, you will provide in‑depth, independent, and unbiased technical security advice to the Ministry of Defence, Central Government, and other Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) clients.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 10th May 2026
Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 18th May 2026
Security Services Group (SSG) - Senior Technical Security Advisor
We are seeking a motivated and passionate professional to join the Protective Security Advisory Team (PSAT) as a Senior Technical Security Advisor. In this role, you will provide in‑depth, independent, and unbiased technical security advice to the Ministry of Defence, Central Government, and other Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) clients.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 10th May 2026
Defence Update on Long-term relationships: Closing the gap on allowances
If you’re in a long-term relationship, a range of allowances and support are now available to you – the same as your married or civil-partnered colleagues.
What’s changed?
Many allowances were only available to Service Personnel who were married or in a civil partnership. That wasn’t fair – not everyone wants to get married, even when they’re in a committed relationship.
From 1 May 2026, if you are in a Long-Term Relationship (Established) – known as an LTR(E) – you can claim allowances and provisions that were previously unavailable to you, just like your married colleagues.
Sarah Houghton, Director Armed Forces People Policy said:
“This is a real step forward for our people and their families. Around 20,000 Service Personnel are set to benefit – with those in long-term relationships being treated the same way as married colleagues, for ten allowances.”
Which allowances and provisions are affected?
The following are now available to Service Personnel in an LTR(E):
- Disturbance Expense (DE)
- Duty Travel
- Get You Home (Travel)
- Home to Duty Travel
- HM Forces Railcards
- Longer Separation Allowance (LSA)
- MOD Passport provisions
- Movement and Storage of Personal Effects (MSPE)
- Subsistence
HM Forces Railcards and MOD-provided UK passports for service travel can also be extended to your partner, where eligibility criteria are met.
Are there still some allowances not covered?
Perth: Carers Scotland Roadshow Thurs 14th May 10:30-2:30
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Join us in Perth for a free drop in roadshow for unpaid carers, with targeted informative talks, stalls and refreshments provided.The Gateway Centre, Perth
Thursday May 14, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../carers-scotland-perth..
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Grantham: NGAS - Starting soon! New Community Allotment - join our community garden group
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
Shropshire: Veterans Woodland Family Fun Day - 11 July
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
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Edinburgh: Cyrenians pop-up coffee, cake & chat Fridays in June 12-4pm
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🍵🍰 Cyrenians are inviting members of the Commonwealth military community across the Lothians to a series of relaxed pop-up Coffee & Cake afternoons designed to bring people together in a warm and welcoming space.These sessions offer an opportunity to connect with others, enjoy good conversation over coffee and cake, and help shape future support, activities, and community spaces within the local community.
Friday 12th June | 12–4pm
Linburn Walled Garden, West Lothian
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Bovington: Tank Museum annual pass and concessionary tickets for garrison personnel & families
To find out about the Tank Museum and what events are coming up click HERE
An Annual Pass allows you to visit The Tank Museum as many times as you want for a year (excluding Special Event days). Every regular admission ticket purchased including Access All Areas and Experience Days automatically comes with an Annual Pass.
All Special Event tickets also include an Annual Pass.
Bovington Garrison Concessionary Tickets - Tank Museum FREE entry
Concessionary ticket management is via Guardroom, Allenby Barracks Tickets are available for military personnel and service families living or working at Bovington
For personnel & families at Lulworth camp, Tickets are available via the Lulworth Camp Guardroom
1 ticket covers 2 adults and 2 children. MOD personnel can use their MOD90 card to gain free entry to Tank Museum.
Tickets are to be collected on day of use and returned at the earliest opportunity.
Concessionary tickets cannot be used for special events such as Tankfest or Tiger Day.
1 ticket covers 2 adults and 2 children. MOD personnel can use their MOD90 card to gain free entry to Tank Museum.
Tickets are to be collected on day of use and returned at the earliest opportunity.
Concessionary tickets cannot be used for special events such as Tankfest or Tiger Day.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Spring show 2026 - Sat 9th & Sun 10th May
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!
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Charter fair (Wool village) Sat 9th May.
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Residents and visitors alike are invited to step back in time this spring as the historic Charter Fair returns to Wool.
Organisers warmly invite families and friends to come along, enjoy the festivities and help keep this centuries-old tradition alive.Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Blandford: Garrison mini bus for hire
The mini bus can be driven by anyone over the age of 25 years with a clean driving license that has been held for at least 24 months.
Contact Carl.Burman144@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Hawley: Military Families' Open Day - Saturday 6th June from 1000 to 1600hrs
Come down and
chat to our team about membership options, take part in one of our watersports
taster sessions (book in advance to avoid missing out!) or just come and grab a
bite to eat and a drink by the lake at our licensed clubhouse bar.
All proceeds from
our Open Day and Charity Fundraiser will be used to support the Hawley Lake
Sail Training Centre Charity (number 1149489).
Information Provided by South East HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison cinema latest movie showing. Sun 10th May
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For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
May 6, 2026
Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 6th May 2026
It supports service leavers, veterans, spouses, partners, dependants, reservists, cadets, and cadet forces adult volunteers to enter our workforce.
For more information about the AFT programme - webpage
St Andrews: North East Fife Community Hub vacancy for an Admin assistant, closing date Fri 22nd May
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Bishopton: Erskine Veterans Charity are hiring a Home Support Manager, closing date Monday 18th May
The right candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject and have experience assessing and planning care/support. Experience leading, supervising and supporting a care/support team is also essential.
Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4cPpw6R
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Hawley Lake Sail Training Centre, Surrey: Military Families' Open Day - Saturday 6th June
Military Families' Open Day - Saturday 6th June from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Come down and chat to the Hawley Lake team about membership options, take part in one of their watersports taster sessions (book in advance to avoid missing out!) or just come and grab a bite to eat and a drink by the lake at the licensed clubhouse bar.
For more information or to book onto a taster session, visit MILITARY FAMILIES OPEN DAY FUNDRAISER SATURDAY 6TH JUNE - Hawley Lake
All proceeds from the Open Day and Charity Fundraiser will be used to support the Hawley Lake Sail Training Centre Charity (number 1149489).
Carers UK – Looking After Someone 26/27 England Guide
The 26/27 edition of the Carers UK Looking after someone Guide is now available.
Click on the image to view the guide
Woodstock: Blenheim Palace - Make the most of May Half Term Meet - Pip and Posy
Meet Pip and Posy
Follow our Pip and Posy trail throughout Adventure Play as they journey to find the rainbow treasure. (Don't forget to stop by our character statues for a photo!) For even more fun, come and meet the Pip and Posy characters themselves during the last weekend of half term on Saturday 30th - Sunday 31st May. They can't wait to visit and greet everyone!
Grantham: Carers First Lincolnshire - Events & Discounts for Carers
And you may be surprised how many discounts you are eligible for as a carer. Some organisations want to make sure that you aren’t penalised for looking after someone so provide free entry to attractions when you take the person you care for out and about. Others are keen to recognise the amazing sacrifices you are making, and the financial impact this can sometimes have, by providing you with discounted products, services or fees.
Highlands: Scotland Carers Roadshow Tuesday 2nd June
Refreshments provided.
Inverness Leisure Centre, Tuesday 2 June,
Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../carers-scotland-highland...
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
East Kilbride: Police Scotland Officer recruitment drop-in event Tues 19th May
Do you want to learn more about the Police Scotland recruitment process and try a mock fitness test before applying?
If so, then come along to our police officer recruitment drop in event on Tuesday, 19 May 2026 any time from 5.30pm – 8.30pm
Drop into our recruitment and training centre in East Kilbride and meet our team of recruitment specialists, probationer police officers and vetting team who will all be on hand to answer any questions you might have.
No sign up is required – simply come and see us to find out why policing is a job like no other.
For more information, visit https://orlo.uk/H3J8TWe’re recruiting now! If you are ready for a job like no other, you can apply online.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
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