August 18, 2026

Bovington: Job vacancy - Nursery assistant Bovington Nursery

 


Due to increasing numbers, we are looking for additional staff

NURSERY PRACTITIONER/ASSISTANT

A level 2/3 qualification and childcare experience are preferred, or a willingness to undertake training. References and Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Email office@bovingtonnursery.co.uk for an application form or more information.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Poole Military tattoo performance - Sat 12th Sep.

Credit: Poolemilitarytattoo

The first ever Poole Military Tattoo will be held in Poole Stadium
Includes Military style pipe & drum bands and a performance by Bovington Military Wives Choir

Salute to the Services — A moving tribute to those who serve and protect our communities

To ensure maximum accessibility, there will be two performances, (afternoon matinee and evening sundowner. 

 

For more details click https://poolemilitarytattoo.com/tickets



Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Wareham Wednesdays family friendly evening events 19th & 26th Aug

 

Credit: Warehamwednesdays.com

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FREE family-friendly summer events on the picturesque quay in Wareham every Wednesday in August. Fun theme nights with musical guests and lots of entertainment.

More details HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE



Dorset: Wareham family fun day - Sat 22nd Aug

 


Directions: Wareham & Swanage RFC, Bestwall Road, Wareham, BH20 4HY

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Corsham, Lyneham & Colerne: SFA Housing Clinic posters



Please note that Housing Clinics will resume in September

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Bovington: Garrison welfare team


The Welfare team aims to provide the best possible welfare advice to all soldiers and their families. The Welfare office is located by Costcutter food store on King George V Road, Bovington. 
  • Unit Welfare Officer - Mr Adrian Ingham 
  • Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - WO2 Scott Forrester
Tel: Welfare Office 01929 402239 or 01929 402240

Email: CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk 

In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282
Please only contact the duty mobile number if it is an urgent welfare matter. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison welfare support



The Welfare support teams and chaplaincy services offer support and advice to all Soldiers, Officers and families living or working on the Garrison

Should you require help and support or have a welfare issue please contact a member of your Welfare Team during normal working hours on:

Blandford Garrison Support Unit (BGSU)

Garrison Welfare Clerk - BlandfordGar-BGSU-WCSO Tel: 01258 481938

Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWWO Tel: 01258 482694

Garrison Welfare Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWO Tel: 01258 481936

BGSU Padre - Revd Carl Stokes 
Carl.Stokes103@mod.gov.uk

11 (RSS) Sig Regt Welfare Team

Unit Welfare Senior NCO - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-Welfare NCO Tel: 01258 482619

Asst Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-AUWO Tel: 01258 482902

Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-UWO Tel: 01258 482901

11 Sigs Padre - Rev Caroline Rogers 
Caroline.Rogers118@mod.gov.uk 

Out of hours emergency contact the Guardroom on - 01258 482402.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE




Vale of Glamorgan: Discover your next step

 


Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Lichfield: DMS Whittington BFBS Cinema Showings 16-25 August

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

 

Godalming: Surrey Army Cadet Force We Are Hiring Cadet Quartermaster/ Administrative Officer General Office

 


South East Reserve Forces’ & Cadets’ Association Administrative Officer, General Office

The South East Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association supports HM Forces’ Cadets and Reserves in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey and Sussex. The Administrative Officer is responsible to the Office Manager for the efficient running of the General Office and provision of admin support to the Head of Engagement/Chief of Staff.

Click HERE for further information

Information provided by South East HIVE

Give Us Time - September 2026 update



 To find out more please go to www.giveustime.org.uk

August 17, 2026

Ripon: Summer Funfest 19th Aug


It’s FunFest this week in Ripon!

Ripon Together’s Summer FunFest is back this Wednesday (19th August), bringing a FREE day of fun and activities for under 18s! (under 11s must be accompanied by a parent or carer).

There’s loads to get involved with, including a massive 90ft inflatable obstacle course, creative activities from The Imagination Centre, Ripon Open Mic music sessions, circus skills, cricket, table tennis, volleyball, face painting and more.

There’ll also be picnic areas and a subsidised wood-fired pizza truck for when everyone needs to refuel!
Places are FREE but must be booked in advance via the Eventbrite links at ripontogether.com/summer-fun-fest

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Catterick: Foxglove Covert - Little Explorers every thurs, book now for Sept


New Little Explorers dates for September are up on our Eventbrite!

Book your spot now as they go quick!

Link to our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../foxglove-covert-little...

Bring your little explorers to the nature reserve for a fun-filled session of investigation and discovery.

Through hands-on activities, games, stories and songs, children will learn about the plants and animals that live in the reserve. 

This interactive experience encourages curiosity, outdoor play and a love for nature in a safe and welcoming environment.

Information provided by North HVIE Hub

Stirling: Combat Stress Veterans Recovery Network at Stirling Castle, Sat 5th September

After a fantastic first Veterans Recovery Network event at Stirling Castle, we’re bringing veterans together there again, on Saturday 5 September 2026 between 12pm and 2pm.

Taking place in one of Scotland’s most historic settings, the session will give veterans an opportunity to meet others, spend time together and connect in a relaxed, supportive environment.

The event is open to all veterans, including those who have never accessed Combat Stress. There is no expectation to share personal experiences or take part in any particular way. You are welcome to join in at a level that feels comfortable for you.

Led by veterans with lived experience of recovery, these sessions are designed to show that change is possible and that recovery is within reach.

This event is part of our Veterans Recovery Network, building local, accessible support across the UK. Thank you to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum for providing the location.

Find out more and register your interest: https://combatstress.org.uk/veterans-recovery-network


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Dorset: Adult learning courses




For information about courses, learning opportunities, learning at home and more please visit
https://www.webenrol.com/skillsandlearningace/

For details of local courses and information see links below.

Link to our online courses (courses are held online via Teams at specific times with a “live” tutor)

Link to distance learning courses (These are online modules that can be accessed whenever convenient)

Link to courses in Blandford

Link to courses in Poole, Wareham or Dorchester

Information about our employability and careers courses (also known as work skills)

Information about our English for Speakers of Other Languages courses

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison shuttle bus service to Blandford town (every Tuesday)

 

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Please see below for estimated timetable, please allow enough time to ensure that you do not miss the Bus.

Pick Up

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Drop off only

Pass Gate House for Security Clearance

0930

1015

1110

1230

1325

1420

South Cresent/Racedown Road (either bus shelter)

0935

1020

1115

1235

1330

1425

Gunville Down Road (either bus shelter)

0940

1025

1120

1240

1335

1430

Ashley Wood Road (opposite bus shelter) [Officer's Quarters]

0945

1030

1125

1245

1340

1435

Black Lane

0950

1035

1130

1250

1345

1440

Drop Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

M&S Foodhall (Car Park, end of Nightingale Court walk-through)

0955*

1040*

1135*

1255*

1350*

-

East Street/Market Place Bus Stop [Drop-off only]

1000

1045

1140

1300

1355

-

Arrive Tesco Supermarket (ATM pull-in)

1005*

1050

1145*

1305

1400

-

Return Journey

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depart Tesco Supermarket (ATM pull-in)

-

1055

1215

1310

1405

-

The Ham Bus Stop (Morrisons Car Park) [Pick-up only]

-

1100

1220

1315

1410

-

M&S Foodhall (Car Park, end of Nightingale Court walk-through)

-

1105

1225

1320

1415

-

 

*Drop-off by request


This service will run every Tuesday up to and including 22 December.
Pilot Funded by Dorset Council. Service operated by Dorset Community Transport.

If you need any further clarification, please email blandfordgar-bgsuwelfare@mod.gov.uk.

NOTE: Anyone travelling into town on final run (1330/1340/1345 Camp pick-ups) will need to make their own way back.


Information provided by Bovington HIVE via Blandford BGSU welfare office.