Gloucestershire: May Libraries update

 

Please click here to read this issue online

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

BFBS Esports Premier Competitive Gaming Platform

 

BFBS Esports is the premier competitive gaming platform for the UK Armed Forces and the wider defence community.

It was established in 2024 to reflect the increasing importance of gaming in the military, and champions ‘One Defence’.

BFBS esports team have decades of specialist industry knowledge and competitive gaming expertise, as well as a deep-rooted understanding of the military.

This year, our BFBS Pro League tournament has been expanded with new games, featuring Rocket League, F1 25 and League of Legends.

For 2026 BFBS have also created the BFBS Open Series, where new and casual players can develop their skills.

For more details, please click here

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

West Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadets Association Spring Newsletter

 Welcome to the West Midland RFCA Newsletter Spring 2026

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Bovington: Tank museum 'quiet morning' session - Sat 16th May

Join us for a quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum. From 09:30-11:00 all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with autism; children with social, emotional, or mental health needs; adults living with dementia and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience.

At 1100 sounds will be switched back on, but visitors are welcome to remain in the Museum for as long as they like.

Sensory backpacks can be borrowed from main admissions free of charge. Backpacks include ear defenders, magnifying glass, book, squeezy toy, torch, periscope, and Commander Basil bear.

Future dates for quiet mornings:

Sat 19th Sep
Sat 5th Dec

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Garrison party in the park event - Sat 13th June. Register now to attend!

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A free event for all employees, soldiers, officers, Babcock, Civil Service and their families with lots of entertainment for both adults and their children.

Please complete attendance form HERE as soon as possible so we have a rough idea of  numbers attending.

All family members, friends, and dependents must be registered in advance to ease access to camp.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Bovington: Wool Parish Newsletter May 2026

 

The latest edition is available. Click HERE to read. 

Local information, events, notices & updates

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema showings Fri 1st May 'Exit' Mon 4th & Wed 6th May 'The Devil Wears Prada'

 

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

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison shuttle bus service to Blandford town starts Tues 12th May.

 

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If you have any questions please contact BlandfordGar-BGSUWelfare@mod.gov.uk

Hard copies of the shuttle bus service and map are available from Blandford HIVE and BGSU welfare office, located in the Williams building.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via Blandford BGSU welfare office.

Blandford: Garrison Corps weekend event - Sat 20th June

Garrison families and staff are more than welcome to attend. If they wish to eat at the functions in the mess on the Friday and Saturday night, they need to book via: Royal Signals > Events.

Accommodation is not available for the families.

During the afternoon festivities on Saturday 20th 1200hrs to 1800hrs on the Elizabeth field are:

Sophies Ceramics
All Arms PRI
Complexus Ltd
ABF
SSAFA
Bar
Food vendors
Bouncy Castles
Summer Sales Team
Mental Health Poetry workshop
Army Motor Sport Cars

Music by:

All Funkd Up
Downlands School Choir.

Any questions can be directed Royal Signals Association Operations Manager,
email Tracey.muers101@mod.gov.uk.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: The ultimate tribute night - Sat 16th May

 

One stage. Three superstars. The ultimate tribute show! Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga & Dua Lipa.
Join us in the Grade I Listed Corn Exchange for a night of stunning costume changes, high-energy choreography, and sensational live vocals.

All ages are welcome, with children under 14 to be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets £12.50

More details HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema 1st - 29th May showings

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

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Teddy Rocks music festival - Fri 1st - Sun 3rd May.

Teddy Rocks Festival is a multi-award winning 3 day family-friendly charity music event at Charisworth Farm, Dorset.

For full details and tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Spring show 2026 - Sat 9th & Sun 10th May

Adult Tickets are just £14 – Discount ends 2nd May 2026.
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!

For more details and to book tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Dorset: Bovington & Blandford garrison youth trip - Thorpe park Tues 26th May. Book now.

AWS Community Support invite you to get ready for an epic day out at Thorpe Park with your friends. This youth coach trip is all about fun, thrills, and making memories. Hop on the coach, enjoy the ride, and dive into a world of roller coasters and test your limits with the speed of Stealth, the thrill of Nemesis Inferno and the nerve jangling Detenator, this theme park has it all.

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

Dorset: Poole Military tattoo performance - Sat 12th Sep. Tickets on sale now (discount to Military families)

The first ever Poole Military Tattoo will be held in Poole Stadium on 12 September 2026, the tickets go on sale at the end of April and a discount is given to military families. There are only 1000 tickets available for each performance.

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

For full details and to book tickets click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Shropshire: Armed Forces Community Support Lunch - Friday 26 June

 Information received - Central HIVE Hub

Creative Burntwood and Lichfield Garrick Theatre - Musical Theatre Dance Workshop- 5 May - FREE

 

PLACES AVAILABLE – FREE MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE WORKSHOP

This workshop is FREE and is part of the Creative Burntwood project. 

To book a place, click on this link: www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/cb-dance-workshop


Musical Theatre Dance Workshop | Lichfield Garrick


When: Tuesday 5th May – 7:00– 8:15


Where: Burntwood Rugby Club, The Sportsway, Burntwood, WS7 3PH

Information received: Central HIVE Hub