Blandford: Easter laser tag games Sun 5th - Tues 21st Apr

Gear up for an action packed adventure with a thrilling range of activities! Whether you want to battle it out with Easter Bunny in a laser tag arena, test your precision with archery or unleash your inner warrior with axe throwing, there's something for everyone.

Location: Laserguys Laser Tag, Langton Long, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9HT

Website: Laserguys Laser Tag

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Easter 'Dino Eggsplorers' family adventure trail Fri 27th Mar - Sun 12th Apr

 

At Upton Country Park, Poole BH17 7BJ

Crack the case of the missing dinosaur eggs on a roarsome spring adventure trail for all the family. Watch out for the fearsome dinosaurs as you explore the park! In addition to this, children can enjoy bouncy fun in the Walled Garden, face painting, walks and play time in the park.

No booking required. 

Click Upton Country Park

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Blandford: Garrison easter activities - sign up now.

Sign up here AWS Community Support Blandford, for all Garrison Events. Information on price, dates and to book your ticket online:

• Blandford Easter Family Trip Moors Valley Country park and forest.
• Blandford - Family Easter Crafts
• Blandford - Bubbles and Fun with Squidge and Pop

Also sign up to attend the Bovington/Blandford Youth Clubs and Little Buds (Blandford parent & toddler group) 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Tidworth: AWS - Family Fun Day - Thursday 9th April - Free entry

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

Tidworth: Army Welfare Service - Volunteers required - to support Youth Club in Tidworth

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

The Poppy Factory Navigator Service

The Poppy Factory’s Navigator service is now open to self-referrals — meaning veterans can sign up directly, without needing a professional referral first.

Navigator is for veterans who would like to return to work but are facing obstacles that make it difficult to progress. The service helps them boost health, wellbeing, confidence and motivation through personalised support, connection with local services and meaningful activities. Focusing on one thing at a time helps to break down barriers in a manageable way.

The service is currently available to veterans in South Wales, Cheshire and Merseyside and the West Midlands.

Full details: www.poppyfactory.org/navigator-self-refer/

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust The Wolseley Centre Stafford - Easter Holidays

 Booking via: www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk/events

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Blandford: Easter fun day at Blandford farm - Mon 6th Apr

Blandford Animal Farm will be hosting an open day with animals to meet, spinning demos and live sheep shearing, Easter egg hunt, games, crafts and more.

Location: Blandford Animal Farm, Higher Shaftesbury Road, Blandford, Dorset, DT11 7FD

(Approx 10 minute drive from Blandford camp) 

Website: Blandford Animal Farm

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Vale of Glamorgan: Veterans Wellbeing Day - every last Tuesday of the Month at the Health Hwb, Barry

 

Health Hwb: 

If you’re a veteran in Barry or the Vale of Glamorgan, this one’s for you.
Our Hwb for Heroes Veterans Wellbeing Day is back on Tuesday 31st March, from 2pm until 9pm.

This is a safe, welcoming space to switch off, relax, reset and reconnect with no pressure and no expectations.
As part of the day, veterans can book a free 1-hour contrast therapy session using the sauna and ice bath, completely free of charge. There will also be the option to use our pressotherapy, giving you even more chance to rest, recover and recharge.

Never tried any of it before? No problem at all we’ll talk you through everything and support you every step of the way.
Whether you come for the therapy, a brew and a chat, or just to be around people who understand, this space is yours.

To book your free session, contact Jake directly:
07488 571666

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Bovington: Monkey world easter fun & egg giveaway* Fri 3rd - Mon 6th Apr

 

Join us for Easter fun during the Easter school holidays. There’ll be lots to do in the activity centre, a FREE Easter Trail over the bank holiday weekend, plus the first 100 children* to enter the park each day (3rd-6th April) will get a FREE chocolate Easter egg!

Monkey World, Dorset, BH20 6HH

Click Easter Fun at Monkey World - Monkey World

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Ross-on-Wye: Free Storytime Sessions - Little Hedgehogs Book Fayre at Ross-on-Wye Library on Thursday 2nd April

FREE Storytime with local authors Thursday 2nd April 2026
Ross-on-Wye Library from 11am to 3pm

Competition for all ages Wild Wood Press for the #LittleHedgehogsBookFayre

Book Trail around town on NOW. See if you can find your favourite characters in the Ross shops windows.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Leominster: Coffee with a Cop drop in sessions in Leominster - 26th & 30th March 2026

Leominster Safer Neighbourhood Team - Coffee with a Cop.

Do you have a burning local policing question that you would like to ask a member of the Leominster Safer Neighbourhood team? In the next few weeks, we are hosting several coffee with a cop events, where you can pop along and share any policing concerns or pop and meet a member of the team.

• 26th March 2026 at 1130-1230hrs The Grange Court, leominster
• 30th March 2026 at 1400-1500hrs 35 West Street, Leominster

We look forward to seeing you there!
On behalf of Leominster Safer Neighbourhood Team.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Leominster: Armed Forces Community Support & Advice Hub - 1st & 3rd Friday of the month at Leominster Town Centre Chamber

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Free Community Wellbeing Walks on Fri 27th March at Talgarth Mill, Brecon

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Scotland: Transformative new childcare support will save Defence families up to £6000 a year

A new Defence scheme to transform support for forces families with young children will be rolled out across the UK from September 2026.

A new Defence scheme to transform support for forces families with young children will be rolled out across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland from September 2026, the Defence Secretary has announced today.

This major boost for UK Armed Forces families will save forces families living in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland up to £6,000 per year for each child and will help with the cost of living as they serve to protect the nation.

It will be delivered through the Ministry of Defence’s existing Early Years childcare reimbursement scheme and will ensure that eligible working UK Armed Forces families receive the same Government funded childcare support as forces families in England.

To read more 👉 Transformative new childcare support will save Defence families up to £6000 a year - GOV.UK

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Weeton: Blackpool & the Fylde College Functional Skills Math - Free course starting 17th April 26

Blackpool & the Fylde College will be delivering Functional Skills- Maths from Weeton Community Centre every Friday during term time starting on Friday 17th April between 1 and 3pm.  The course is free to attend for anyone aged 19 plus.

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Blackpool: Pleasure Beach - Twilight Thrills are back - Sat 4th April 2026

 To book CLICK HERE

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Bovington: Garrison weekly fitness sessions - child friendly

For more information click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Hereford: Free WildPlay Sessions in Hereford on Monday 30th March 2026

 

With Funding from Hereford City Council, WildPlay will be playing in Hereford during the Easter holidays

Two Free WildPlay Events in Hereford on Monday 30th March 2026:

Event Details:
Come and join us at a new location in South Hereford at the Growing Local site for some fun, nature based WildPlay, a bowl of soup and some bread. The soup will be made with ingredients from the Growing Local veg garden.

Meeting point: Growing Local, situated between Newton Farm and Grafton Lane in South Hereford – at the end of the Great Western Way foot/cycle path
Date: Monday 30 March 2026
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
For more information click here

Event Details: 
Come and join us by Yazor Brook in Hereford for some stream dipping and other fun nature based play.

Date: Monday 30 March 2026
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
To register & for more information click here

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Dorset: Lulworth Range walks & Tyneham Village, public access information

The Lulworth Ranges are part of the AFV (Armoured Fighting Vehicles) Gunnery School, an important training establishment of the British Army.

The Lulworth Range walks  open to the public every weekend and during peak summer months however may be closed at certain times. Please check latest opening times by clicking HERE. 

Tyneham Village was evacuated in 1943 during WWII when the area was needed for military training and has been deserted ever since. You can walk around the buildings and read the many information boards about life back then. 

You can also walk down to Worborrow Bay from the village which offers stunning views of the coastline. 

It’s always best to check Tyneham Village online before visiting to see opening days and times which is mostly weekends and main public holidays. Tyneham Village gate permits vehicle access and opens at 9am when no military activity is taking place and is closed at dusk each evening. The exhibitions in Tyneham School and Tyneham Church are open from 10am until 4pm on non-firing days however this may vary depening on the time of year.

In the car park you will see an honesty box with a suggested £4 parking charge.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Hereford: Young Nature Rangers - Planting Trees at Bartonsham Meadows nature reserve on Sat 21st March 26

Young Nature Rangers - Monthly, practical conservation group for 16 to 25 year olds

About the event:

At this session we will be planting trees at Bartonsham Meadows nature reserve.
Advance registration essential - see details below.

Booking:

Phone number: 07538832742
Email: j.morton@herefordshirewt.co.uk
Price: Free

More information available on Herefordshire Wildlife Trust Website

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Hereford: Garden Waste Collection Service Collection Days

Herefordshire County Council: Getting your garden ready for Spring

Residents who have signed up for our new Garden Waste Collection Service can now check their collection dates

Starting at the end of the month, everyone can expect their first collection by Friday 10 April and every fortnight after

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Hereford: Stop Smoking Drop-In Sessions

It's never too late to quit smoking for good.
Drop in to see one of our health and wellbeing trainers who will be able to support you with your goal of stopping smoking.

We offer a 12 week programme of support alongside access to nicotine replacement therapy or a vape kit, to help manage the cravings.
No need to book - just drop in! For more information, click here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 18th of March 2026

The Armed Forces Talent Programme is an NHSScotland-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

Hereford: Herefordshire County Council Vacancies

Herefordshire County Council: We're hiring

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next challenge, we provide opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact, while making a positive difference to everyone across the county

Explore our current vacancies on the Spirit of Herefordshire website.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Serve and Protect Credit Union - Latest Free Financial Educational Webinars

Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills 🌍💸 (New Title for 2026)

Eco-friendly savings webinar | April and May 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE

Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Budgeting 101 📝 📢

Budgeting explained webinar | April and May 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE 👇

Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money | Serve and Protect Credit Union

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Tips to boost savings webinar | April and May 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE 👇

Saving Made Simple: Practical Habits to Boost Your Savings | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Credit Score 101 🚀📊

Tips to boost your score webinar | April and May 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE 👇

Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Financial Resilience: Ready When it Matters (New Title for 2026) ☔🛡️

Preparing for the unexpected webinar | April and May Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE 👇

Financial Resilience: Ready When it Matters | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Borrow Smarter: Tips to Strengthen Your Loan Application 🔍💸 (New Title for 2026)

Key things to know webinar | April and May Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE 👇

Borrow Smarter: Tips to Strengthen Your Loan Application | Serve and Protect Credit Union

St Athan: Next Veterans Hub Meeting at St Athan Golf Club - Sat 28th March 2026

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Free Social Walks in the Brecon Beacons | Bannau Brycheiniog

For more information: Guided Outdoor Adventures Across the UK

Information provided by Wales 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

Bovington: Tank museum, win a ride in world famous Tiger 131 tank. Enter by Mon 23rd March

      

The Tank Museum is giving two tank fans the chance to win a ride in its most famous exhibit: one in an online auction and the other in a raffle. The lucky winners will take their seats on 18 April at Tiger Day Spring 2026 and be driven around our Kuwait Arena as part of the mock battle.

With its impenetrable armour, powerful gun, and huge size, the German Tiger I became a legend of its time. Arguably the most famous tank of WW2, it was designed for Hitler’s 50th birthday and quickly gained a mythical status which it has retained today.

Tiger 131 was the first Tiger I to be captured by the Western Allies and is the only surviving example that you can see in action. Every year, it attracts thousands of visitors to The Tank Museum from around the world, for the chance to see it in the arena alongside other WW2 tanks.

The auction will be live on 13 March and closes at 10 am on Monday 23 March 2026. Raffle tickets are available to purchase until 12 noon on Tuesday 24 March 2026. Find out more and enter on The Tank Museum website: tankmuseum.org 

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

Sleaford: Get creative with NKDC's Armed Forces poster competition marking 90th anniversary of Bomber Command

Calling all young painters, sketchers, artists and illustrators! An Armed Forces poster competition has been launched by North Kesteven District Council to tie in with this year’s theme of the 90th anniversary of Bomber Command.
The competition is open to all students under 18, including those who are home-educated, from across the district and will run until April 8, 2026 – download the entry form via the NKDC’s Armed Forces events webpage.
The overall competition winning design will receive a £25 national book token. Their design will also feature across all promotional items for NKDC’s Armed Forces events.

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: Spring Skills at Wyndham Park

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Sleaford: Peri Meri Menopause Moments Programme

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: Connect to Support Lincolnshire

Connect to Support Lincolnshire

Information provided by Grantham HIVE 

Grantham: Support and Resources for Military Personnel, Veterans and Families

The Hidden Voices project was developed by HWLincs, with funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, to understand how military personnel, veterans, and their families access mental health and wellbeing services, and how well the process works for them. Through conversations and engagement across Lincolnshire, we heard about the challenges people face and the areas where support could be improved.
As a result, we have identified key themes and areas for support. Below, you will find factsheets for each of these areas, bringing together useful information and signposting to help military communities access the services and support they need.

Hidden Voices Project

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Lichfield: 'Check in and Chat' SENDIASS Sessions - 28 April and 30 June

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
 

Vale of Glamorgan: Adult Community Learning Courses in the Vale of Glamorgan - April to August 2026

 

Get Back on Track: Adult Community Learning Courses.
Term 3 starting April 2026

To book a place contact:
Tel: 01446 733762
Email: Palmerstoncentre@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

St Athan: Police Meeting Open Forum on Sat 4th April at The Gathering Place, St Athan

Police Meeting: Open Forum

Saturday, 4th April 2026
2 PM
The Gathering Place, Flemingston Road

All are welcome to come and chat with your local PCSO!

Bring your questions, concerns, and ideas about local issues – let’s work together to make our community safer and stronger!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Brecon: AWS Community Support Events Schedule at Infantry Battle School, Brecon

 

Click poster to enlarge.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

St Athan: Citizens Advice Drop-In for the military community - last Tuesday of every month at the HIVE, St Athan

Citizens Advice Drop In - available on the last Tuesday of the month at the Wales HIVE Hub, 2 Rook Close, St Athan, CF62 4NA.

Next drop in date: Tuesday 31st March 26

No appointment necessary.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Vale of Glamorgan: Vale of Glamorgan Council Vacancies

Vale of Glamorgan Council.

Please find all Current live job vacancies available in Vale of Glamorgan Council:

Live External Vacancies: Job Vacancies (valeofglamorgan.gov.uk)

Please Sign up to our External Job alerts here: Job Alerts (valeofglamorgan.gov.uk)

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Pembrokeshire: Vacancies with Pembrokeshire County Council

View current jobs available within Pembrokeshire County Council and partner organisations.

Find out more information about working for Pembrokeshire County Council, our recruitment process and our policies and procedures.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Staffordshire: Out of the Box - Saturday 21st March at 2pm at Chase Terrace Community Centre - Free tickets (military families)

OUT OF THE BOX is a family-friendly circus comedy show, which sees an unlikely character and his box bring audiences together through joyful awe, never knowing what to expect next. With every opening of the box comes new trick shots, mini acts, and hilarious opportunities for participation – but don’t worry – Darryl only ever wants you to leave the stage feeling like the star of the show (there’s no ridicule here!).

Delivered through, non-verbal clowning, ordinary objects become extraordinary in the hands of Darryl –and you won’t believe the reaction he gets from a toothbrush in the finale! The show is a joyous celebration of PLAY throughout your life, whatever your age, bringing generations together through seriously skilful silliness. 

We have been offered some free tickets for the Show.  If you would free tickets please contact Molly AWS CDW, tel: 0797 109 4132. These will go quick, please contact Molly asap if you would like to go, she will have her phone on for you to contact her.

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Wales: The Royal Mint Museum Short Story Competition for children aged 7 - 11, open for entries: 16th Feb to 17th April

 

Royal Mint Museum’s Short Story Competition.

For the sixth year running, we are holding our popular annual Short Story Competition.
The competition is open to children aged 7 to 11.

Students are invited to submit a story of no more than 500 words based on Gold. From buried treasure to secret vaults filled with gold bars and coin hoards, we are asking students to engage their imagination and write about glistening gold.

The competition is open for entries from 16th February until 17th April 2026. Simply submit your entries here or you can also post your entries to us following the guidance in our FAQs.

The winner will receive a gold coin, £5,000 for their school or local library, and their story illustrated by an artist.

Contact us here: storycompetition@royalmintmuseum.org.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub