Blandford: Garrison cinema movie 'Street Fighter' Fri 16th & Wed 21st Oct

Food and drink available to purchase at the door.

Ticket prices

Adult (15+) £4

Child £3

family ticket £11

Senior (60+) £3

Student £3

For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Military music event in aid of Army Benevolent Fund - Sat 17th Oct

 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Table top sale (Wool village) Sat 17th Oct

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Highground: Spouses and partners Rural Weeks residential programme for 2027 - Devon

 Further Information can be found at: Rural Weeks Programme

Hereford: Horroford Halloween Event - Sat 31 Oct

 

Outdoor Events, Trails & Competitions, Family Friendly

Event Details

Date: Saturday 31st October

Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Location: High Town, Hereford

Free Activities:Witches Cauldron Photo Experience 10:30am to 3:00pm.
Trick and Treat Trail Win £50 main prize and treats at all trail locations*.
Free Face Painting
Roaming Spooky Entertainers.
Kids Crafting Area.
Scary Storytime with Hereford Library.

For further information please click here.

Preston: Veterans in Community - Sandbag Cafe - every Tuesday

 Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Bovington: Community together free harvest festival event - Sun 25th Oct

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Event is being held at the Memorial Hall, Bovington. 

Free family crafts, activities, puppet workshop. Plus story time and shared meal.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison kids halloween party - Wed 28th Oct

Wednesday 28th Oct
Memorial Hall
2pm - 4pm
For children age under 13
Games, music & spooky fun

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison Coworking Hub for Military spouses to work & connect

               

"Need a break from the kitchen table office/study setup?"

For just £30 a year you’ll get:
✅ Access to a professional office space

✅ 900 hours of coworking, about 75 hours per month

✅ Screens ready to go

✅ Free use of a colour printer/scanner/photocopier

✅ Good, reliable Wi-Fi

We offer a FREE trial session (3 hours)! Would you like to get booked in for a look around and a proper test-run of the space? Drop us a message if you’ve got any questions, we’d love to help.

Click Bovington | Military Coworking Network to find out more and grab your spot! 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison Coworking Hub for Military spouses to work & connect

https://www.militarycoworking.uk/blandford-hub
Location: Next to Costcutter shop on Camp 

Join today - £30 for 1 year membership. 

Entitles you to 300 x 3hr desk slots
75/hrs/mth of a desk in the MCN Coworking Hub

For details of other military UK/Overseas Coworking hubs click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Richmond: Welcome to the Halloween Market Richmond 31st Oct

Richmond Twilight Market 31 October 5-9pm, Richmond Market Place DL10 4PX.This month's Twilight Market is a bit different - because it's Hallowe'en!

There's loads happening in Richmond on Hallowe'en night, and as well as the market there will be music from the amazing Coled Lore, a Pumpkin Parade, the Richmond Duck Club Hallowe'en party, facepainting from Glitter Critterz, plus walkabout performances from Wish the Witch and fiery performances from By Madeleine . 

All part of Richmond's latest Festival - After Dark.

It's not too late to apply for a stall - just go to https://www.richmond.org/Working/Twilight-Markets and fill in the application.

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 108 Executive Officer roles across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire – closing date 30 Oct

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 108 Executive Officer (EO) roles across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The roles are EO Work Coach opportunities.

DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life..

Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Yorkshire and Lincolnshire (Ref: 784) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 29 Oct.

Motorfinity - October Community Update

Motorfinity – October Community Update

Autumn has arrived at Motorfinity! From celebrating 10 years of supporting Lowland Rescue to welcoming new brands and exciting electric models, there’s plenty happening across the Motorfinity community this October.

10 Years of Supporting Lowland Rescue

We’re proud to celebrate a decade of supporting Lowland Rescue and its incredible volunteers, who work tirelessly to help find missing people across the UK. We’re honoured to support their vital, life-saving work. 

Read the full story→ https://www.motorfinity.uk/blog/lowland-rescue/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=october

Welcome, Geely!

We’re delighted to welcome Geely to the Motorfinity line-up. With a focus on electrification, technology and innovation, Geely brings even more choice for customers.

Find out more → https://motorfinity.uk/blog/geely-partnership/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=october

Introducing the New Audi A2 e-tron

The wait is over! The new Audi A2 e-tron is open for UK customer orders, combining distinctive design, premium technology and efficient electric performance. 

Discover more → https://motorfinity.uk/car-manufacturer/audi/a2-e-tron-hatchback/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=october

Dacia Spring: Customer Success Story

Thinking about going electric? In our latest case study, Royal Navy veteran Andy shares his experience of getting behind the wheel of a brand-new EV and making an impressive £4,700 saving. 

Read Andy’s story → https://motorfinity.uk/blog/andy-customer-story/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=october 

Looking Ahead

There’s plenty more to come from Motorfinity this autumn, with exciting vehicles, new partnerships and community stories on the horizon.

Thank you to our customers, partners and community for being part of our journey.

Here’s to a fantastic autumn, from all of us at Motorfinity!

Browse the Motorfinity website or speak to our team to see how we can help you save on your next new car! https://www.motorfinity.uk/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=october

Christmas post – send by 30 Oct for Overseas firm base locations

BFPO will continue to process and dispatch all Operational mail throughout the Christmas period. However, the latest safe posting date for overseas firm‑base locations will be brought forward to 30 October 2026.

Families and friends are strongly encouraged to post early wherever possible. After this date, BFPO cannot guarantee delivery before Christmas, and some items may not arrive until the New Year. Please also factor in current customs import processes, which may add extra time to final delivery.

Customers are reminded of the following:

• All mail items sent to a BFPO address must include a customs declaration form, as required under international import/export regulations.
• Items arriving at BFPO Northolt without a customs declaration will be returned to sender. Non‑compliant items without a return address may be disposed of as undeliverable in line with UK Mail Industry Standards.
• BFPO does not offer a guaranteed timed service and holds no liability for items that are perishable, out of date, or unusable upon receipt.

Please visit https://www.gov.uk/bfpo for further information.

Blandford: Garrison halloween competition - closing date Tues 3rd Nov

 

To enter please include either a photo of your house or pumpkin and send to BBL.SCT@ssafa.org.uk  Further information will be emailed to you.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

St Andrews: What's on this October holidays at the R&A World Golf Museum

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🍂👻 Spooktacular fun awaits this October break 🎃🍂

Looking for a family day out? Explore hands-on activities in our Learning Room and discover fascinating exhibits in the galleries, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

🔗 See what's on this October break here: https://www.worldgolfmuseum.com/whats-o

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Stafford: Church Lane Everybody's Church Free Kid's Club - Fridays 16 October and 20 November - Ages 4-11 years

 Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Central HIVE Hub - Stafford office - amended opening days and times

 

With the retirement of the Stafford HISO, the HIVE office will now have amended opening times as follows with effect from Wednesday 8 October :

Mon-Tues: located in Lichfield office

Wed-Thurs: 0800-1630 Fri: 0800-1300

Please note these timings are reliant on the commitments within the AOR of the Central Hub.

If you wish to contact the Central Hub for any enquiries, please email: 

RC-Pers-HIVE-CentralHub-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk or T: 07483 609306

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire & West Midlands: Kerry's Signature Cleaning - Discount for military personnel and their families

 Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Poulton-Le-Fylde: Bonfire & Fireworks Night - Thursday 5th November 2026

Poulton Gala Bonfire Night returns to Cottam Hall on Thursday 5 November for an evening of family entertainment and Bonfire Night celebrations.

Gates open at 5pm, with children’s rides, food and drink stalls and live entertainment to enjoy throughout the evening. Visitors can watch the bonfire being lit before the fireworks display begins at 7.30pm, filling the sky with colour.

Families and friends are invited to wrap up warm and head along for an evening of entertainment, community spirit and traditional Bonfire Night fun in Poulton.

Date: 5th November 2026.

Location: Cottam Hall Playing Fields Blackpool Old Road Poulton-le-Fylde FY6 7RH

Cost: Adults £6, Children £5, Family £20

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Blackpool: Blackpool Cricket Club Annual Firework Extravaganza - Thursday 5th November 2026

Blackpool Cricket Club - Thursday 5 November

Blackpool Cricket Club hosts its annual firework extravaganza on Thursday 5 November 2026. Gates are set to open at 5pm, the bonfire will be lit at 7pm and the fireworks display will start from approximately 7.45pm. (Times are subject to change e.g. weather conditions, safety issues etc.)

There are no advance ticket sales so please pay at the gate. Prices remain the same as previous years:

Entrance fee: £6 per person
Families - 2 adults + 2 children: £18.00

For the safety of all spectators attending the bonfire and fireworks display on 5 November, please note the following:

• Children MUST at all times be accompanied by an adult.​
• Lost children should see one of the stewards (high-vis yellow) and will be taken to the Lost Children Area & First Aid post at the front of the Pavilion at the top of the main stairway.
• No fireworks including sparklers should be brought into the event or lit within the club grounds. They will be confiscated by a steward.
• No alcohol or glass bottles or glasses are permitted to be brought into the event.
• No large bags or cases . Blackpool Cricket Club reserve the right to search bags or any specious looking case/package.
• “Challenge 25” enforced at all BARS – No Proof – No Alcohol
• In the event of any injury, please report immediately to a steward (high-vis yellow) or if an Emergency call 999.
• A Defibrillator is sited at the bar in the main Clubhouse.
• A public address announcement will be made should the site have to be evacuated. Spectators are requested to walk to the nearest exit, do not run, and congregate along the footpath along West Park Drive away from the entrance ways. Please listen to the PA announcements throughout the evening.

Bonfires and fireworks are dangerous so please take notice of the stewards instructions. Do not cross any barriers or fenced-off areas. Blackpool Cricket Club reserve the right to refuse entry to the event or eject individuals causing any nuisance or anti-social behavior. CCTV will be in operation throughout the premises and grounds.

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Weeton: The Eagle's Big Bonfire Bonanza - Saturday 7th November 2026

Wrap up warm & join us for a night that's set to go off with a bang! 💥✨

We're bringing the BIG bangs, bright lights, & bonfire night magic for a brilliant evening the whole family can enjoy & best of all.. it's completely FREE!

Join us on SATURDAY 7th NOVEMBER from 4PM for our annual Firework Display🎇
🎟 Live music from The Deadbeats from 5pm
🎟 Hot food & drink specials
🎟 Spectacular fireworks
🎟️ Plenty of excitement & much more..

Please note: this is a FREE event & is held outdoors so bundle up warm with your wellies, hats, gloves & scarves🧣

If you're looking to dine inside the pub, booking will be essential❗️

Lastly, please be mindful of our neighbours & fellow guests by safely parking in our car park.

eagleweeton.co.uk | 01253 542 141 | enquiries@eagleweeton.co.uk

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Blandford: Garrison Christmas fair - Decorations needed

The Garrison community team are looking for spare Christmas trees, decorations and festive items to help transform the Semaphore Arms.

Donations can be dropped off at the Williams Building, or contact James (AWS CDW) james.tarring100@mod.gov.uk.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison Christmas fair - Stallholders needed

 

Christmas Fair coming soon. 

The community team are looking for stallholders selling festive gifts, handmade crafts, artwork, cakes, treats, and other Christmas-themed items. If you would like to showcase your products and be part of this community event, please contact James (AWS CDW) james.tarring100@mod.gov.uk to register your interest, giving a brief description on what festive goodies you wish to offer to sell.

Details of the Christmas Fair will be released shortly keep an eye out out on the Eventbrite page: AWS Community Support - Blandford & Bovington

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Catterick: Neurodiverse Community CIC YouthAbility & Sensory Explorers

 
Spaces available at our Catterick sessions—and we’re looking for volunteers!

YouthAbility and Sensory Explorers have supported 56 children so far this October, with activities exploring:

Cookery, life skills and running a pizza shop

Staying safer online and understanding safe people

Money skills, teamwork and role play

Understanding the world around us

Employability and confidence

With picture choices, practical activities and support at their own pace, children and young people can take part in ways that work for them.

Risedale Youth Centre, Catterick

Ages 4–25 welcome across our sessions

Could you volunteer with us? We’d love to hear from people interested in helping with activities, supporting participation or lending a hand behind the scenes.

Message us at info@neurodiverse-community.co.uk to ask about session spaces or volunteering opportunities.

Thank you to the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority Community Fund for supporting our funded activities.

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 14th October 2026

The Armed Forces Talent Programme is an NHS Scotland-wide recruitment initiative for the armed forces community. 

It supports service leavers, veterans, spouses, partners, dependants, reservists, cadets, and cadet forces adult volunteers to enter our workforce.

Vacancies

See the AFTP newsletter here

For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

NHS STOPTOBER - We can do this

 

Catterick: Jays Holistic Flavors will be at The Thursday Club at the Bridge 15th Oct

The Thursday Club is hosting an event tomorrow that you might be interested in. Please come and join us at our usual Thursday 1 - 3pm slot. 

It’s a chance for a hot drink, biscuit and a warm welcome! No charge, raffle prizes welcome.

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Chepstow: Chepstow Town Council Vacancy - Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026

Chepstow Town Council - Drill Hall: 

We're hiring: Events & Volunteer Manager, The Drill Hall

Play a hands-on role in the future of one of Chepstow’s much-loved community venues

We’re looking for a practical, enthusiastic Events & Volunteer Manager to work alongside our Venue Manager at The Drill Hall, helping to deliver events, support volunteers and develop the venue’s programme and community partnerships.

15 hours per week, over 5 days
Salary: £12,171.49 PTE (£30,023 FTE)
Based at The Drill Hall / Town Council offices
Evening and weekend work required

This is a varied role with the opportunity to help develop an important community and cultural facility in Chepstow.

Closing date: 12pm, Friday 13 November 2026

Full details and how to apply: https://chepstowtc.gov.uk/events-and-volunteer-manager/

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Haverfordwest: Free Halloween Jump Scare Event - Friday 30th October 2026

 

FREE HALLOWEEN JUMP SCARE EVENT 🎃
Event supported by Haverfordwest Town Council

Think you can handle a jump scare?

Step inside the Masonic Haunted House and prepare for live jump scares, terrifying characters and unexpected encounters around every corner. You won’t know what’s waiting for you until it’s too late… 👀

📅 Friday 30th October 2026
⏰ Starts from 9PM
📍 Masonic Building, Haverfordwest
🔞 18+ ONLY

This is EVENT #2 of the Masonic Halloween Series, and we’re turning the Masonic into a house of horrors.
🎟️ FREE ENTRY - mandatory £1 donation required, with donations going to Milford Youth Matters.

Tickets available here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Haverfordwest: Halloween Bingo on Thursday 22nd October at Prendergast CP School, Haverfordwest

 

Halloween Bingo at Prendergast School

Thursday 22nd October - 5.30pm

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Brecon: Halloween Scarecrow Sustainability Challenge for Brecon & surrounding area families

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🎃👻 Halloween Scarecrow Sustainability Challenge ♻️🗑

🕸The IBS Welfare Team and Pinnacle Service Families are inviting IBS/wider Brecon and surrounding areas families to get creative with our Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Halloween Scarecrow Challenge.

♻️ Using upcycled, repurposed or existing household items, create a Scarecrow and let your imagination run wild! Whether spooky, funny, friendly, autumn themed or inspired by something else, we would love to see it!

🎃🍂We know Halloween may not be celebrated or enjoyed by all so if you don't want to use Halloween as your theme, that us absolutely fine. This activity is about bringing people together, encouraging creativity and giving new life to items you already have at home!

Cardiff: Family fun October half term at Museum of Cardiff - 24th Oct to 01 Nov 2026

Cardiff Museum:

Free, family-friendly events at Museum of Cardiff this half-term!

👻 pick up a Halloween-themed activity booklet.
🎬 enjoy a screening of animated robot adventure Wall-E.
🎃 create spooky decorations and delve into the world of zine making.

Find out more on Cardiff Newsroom.

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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

BFPO Christmas Posting Dates

More details: www.gov.uk/bfpo

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: AWS CS 9+ Youth Club - donation of old soft toys/dolls

Information provided by:Central HIVE Hub
 

Fife: Cafe Inc during school holidays

Cafe Inc is a free lunch club for children and young people. It offers tasty, healthy meals during school holidays when schools are closed.

No booking needed, just drop in. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult, who can also enjoy a meal. 

Leuchars, The Coach House The Coach House, Main Street, Leuchars

Cold packed lunches
Availability:
Tuesday and Fridays
Available both weeks of the October holidays
12:00pm to 12:45pm


St Columbas Primary School

North Union Street, Cupar
Hot food and cold packed lunches
Availability:
Monday to Friday
Available both weeks of the October holidays

11:45am to 1:00pm

Greyfriar's Primary School Kilrymont Road, St Andrews

Hot food and cold packed lunches
Availability:
Monday to Friday
Available both weeks of the October holidays
11:45am to 1:00pm

Larick Centre Shanwell Road, Tayport

Cold packed lunches
Availability:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Available both weeks of the October holidays
12:00pm to 2:00pm

For other Cafe Inc venues around Fife 👉 Cafe Inc | Fife Council

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars: AWS Autumn Wellness Trips

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Leuchars: AWS and Leuchars Welfare Seasonal Craft Sessions for military families only

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Limited availability

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Leuchars: Leuchars Station Welfare team FREE Halloween Party Wednesday 21st October for Military families only

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There will be no charge to attend the Halloween party but please register your child with the welfare team so that we can ensure we have enough sweets and snacks.

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Leuchars: October Holidays Stay & Play with AWS- next session Friday 16th October

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Livingston: Leuchars AWS Shopping Trip to Livingston, Sat 12th December

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🎄 Christmas Shopping Trip to Livingston Outlet on Saturday 12th of December. We will leave Leuchars Community centre at 0900 and leave Livingston at 1700.

This is for military families only.

Spaces limited, to book see Marie-Anne in Welfare.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Midlothian: Archaeology Scotland, archaeology based Employability Program

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Join Our Archaeology-Based Employability Programme for Parents in Midlothian 

📅 Tuesday 27 October - 17 December 2026, every Tuesday and Thursday, 10am-2pm
📍Newbattle Abbey College, Dalkeith EH22 3LL.

What to expect from the programme:

- Boost your confidence
- Take part in archaeology based activities
- Develop transferable skills
- Learn about Manual Handling, Health & Safety and achieve a certificate in First Aid
- Improve your literacy and numeracy
- Explore greener, outdoor jobs
- Learn heritage skills
- Unlock new opportunities

Contact Dominique at: d.lyons@archaeologyscotland.org.uk for more details and to register.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE