Combat Stress: PTSD Awareness Day Webinars 22–26 June

For PTSD Awareness Day 2026, Combat Stress are offering a series of free webinars designed to increase understanding of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), its impact and that support is available to help with recovery.
PTSD can affect how someone thinks, feels, and reacts and it can look very different from person to person.

Between 22–26 June, these specialist webinars will explore topics including recovery, the difference between PTSD and complex PTSD, practical coping strategies, how data is improving treatment, and how organisations can support recovery.

These sessions are open to all members of the public, including veterans, families, carers and professionals, offering insight into the many faces of PTSD and the support available.

Learn more about the webinars and how they can support understanding of PTSD: https://combatstress.org.uk/ptsd-awareness-day-webinars

If you’d like to talk to someone, the Combat Stress free, confidential 24-hour Helpline is available on 0800 138 1619.

West Midlands: Armed Forces offer: 2-for-1 tickets to Shaun Ryder at Bilston Town Hall - 23 October

 Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is bringing his new, spoken word tour to Bilston Town Hall on Friday 23 October.   Fans can look forward to a carnival of excess, wild tales, and improbable truths, as they enjoy the talents of a unique rock'n'roll star dubbed Britpop's answer to WB Yeats. 

Please contact Central HIVE Hub to access discount code

E: RC-Pers-HIVE-CentralHub-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Pinnacle Service Families: Latest Accommodation Updates including the next Virtual Outreach Day on 10 June

HomeHub reaches 2,000 families
HomeHub – the new online platform designed to support Service families in reporting and tracking housing repairs – has now reached over 2,000 registrations.
To register for HomeHub, families will first need to register for a One Login account. They can do this on the Government’s One Login Website. Every member of the household will need to register for a One Login account and HomeHub account using their own personal details.
For further information visit www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/homehub
*Please note that the HomeHub is unavailable 20–26 May while Pinnacle carry out updates. During this time, you can still report or track logged repairs via Pinnacle 
Tel : 0800 031 8628
Contact Us - Pinnacle Service Families

Summer Tips campaign now live
Pinnacle’s 2026 Summer Tips social campaign is now live, offering timely, practical advice to support Service families as we head into the warmer months. Running throughout May and June, the campaign helps families prepare their homes, stay safe in hot weather and avoid common seasonal issues.
The posts cover a wide range of summer themes - from keeping homes safe and well‑maintained to managing outdoor spaces and preventing warm‑weather risks inside and outside the property. Each message reinforces our 24/7 helpdesk number so families know exactly where to turn if they need support.
All of this year’s tips can be viewed on the PSF website here.

Our next virtual outreach day
We are inviting all Service Family Accommodation (SFA) residents to join our next Virtual Outreach Day on Wednesday 10th June 2026. This online event is a valuable opportunity for families to connect directly with our support teams via Microsoft Teams, from the comfort of their own homes. 
Whether families are dealing with a tricky repair, have questions about allocations, or simply want to better understand the services available to them, the outreach day is designed to provide tailored assistance and guidance. These sessions are part of Pinnacle’s broader initiative to ensure military families have multiple, accessible ways to get the support they need. 
Booking is now open and can be done easily here.  

Armed Forces Week 2026: Share your messages of support!

Share your messages of support for our Armed Forces! This Armed Forces Week, we're looking for messages of thanks from friends and family of our Armed Forces. Email your message to MODComms-DDC@mod.gov.uk

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

“This event is open to civil service and wider community and their families working within the military community.”

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).

Highlands: The MLG (Military Liaison Group Education) May Newsletter

The latest edition of the MLG news letter is now available 👉

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rwH-ig-pGp8nmXlj0SSfqNlwcjaA8iAb/view?usp=sharing

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: Leuchars HIVE closed 22nd to 25th May

Leuchars HIVE will be closed from Friday 22nd to Monday 25th May and re open on Tuesday 26th May 0800 hrs

Information can be found on our HIVE SM platforms

Facebook, X and Instagram

MODnet users can go to the Army HIVE SharePoint for access to our latest news, directories and resources.

For details of the worldwide network of Army HIVEs: www.army.mod.uk/hives

Alternatively you can send your enquiry here  Enquiry for HIVE

Service Cotswold Centre

The Services Cotswold Centre (SCC) is a tri-Service facility, managed by Headquarters Army Welfare Service (AWS) and funded by Headquarters Regional Command on behalf of the MOD.

It provides short-term transit accommodation for Service Personnel (SP), family members and MOD civil servants. The key role of SCC is to accommodate varying numbers of vulnerable Service families, often with diverse and complex welfare needs.

The SCC accommodation consists of 60 self-contained chalet style homes and a 37 bed residential unit and is located in Neston, near Corsham Wiltshire.

The SCC is used for:

• Emergency accommodation for military families, spouses and civil partners who have been evacuated from assignments
• Meeting a welfare need such as supporting injured personnel, their carers and/or immediate family members
• Responding to family disruption such as marital breakdown
• Provision of accommodation between assignments – both before taking up a post or repatriation back to the UK
• Accommodation for discharging married personnel
• Short Breaks
• Contact Housing
• Transit accommodation – both duty and welfare

The centre has recently changed its telephone number to TEL: 0331 1432730

FIND OUT MORE: Services Cotswold Centre - GOV.UK

EMAIL: RC-AWS-SCC-Bookings@mod.gov.uk

Little Troopers Family Reconnection Weekend July 2026

Family Reconnection Weekend – July 2026
Applications are now open!
We’re heading to Cuffley Activity Centre in Hertfordshire for a woodland weekend full of activities, connection and time together as a military family. Families will also have the chance to connect with others from the military community who truly understand military life.
Register your interest now, open to families with children in Year 4 and above.
We can’t wait to welcome lots of you to our second Family Reconnection Weekend of 2026!
Applications https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XH8RVPF...

Grantham: Housing Surgery

Next Housing Surgery at the HIVE Community Centre, Building 162, Thursday 18th June, 1030 - 1230. All welcome!

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Northern Ireland: Aldergrove HIVE closed for annual leave - Fri 22nd - Wed 27th May

Aldergrove HIVE Officer is currently out of the office for annual leave, and will return Wednesday 27th May. Emails will not be monitored during this period.

For urgent queries, please contact your relevant welfare department or click here for a contact form.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Army HQ: Family Welfare Matters Edition 03 now available

To read online with accessible links, please go to Welfare Matters May 2026

For those with access to MODnet, both this edition and the full internal Welfare Matters newsletter is uploaded onto our SharePoint site under the Welfare Latest News section. The link to access is: Welfare

Leconfield: Beverley Armed Forces Day - Normandy Barracks - 4th July

STEP INSIDE NORMANDY BARRACKS: 

BEVERLEY ARMED FORCES DAY RETURNS ON 4TH JULY

The Defence School of Transport is delighted to announce that Beverley Armed Forces Day 2026 will take place on Saturday 4th July at Normandy Barracks, offering the local community a rare and unique opportunity to step inside an active military base and celebrate those who serve.

This year's event promises something truly special. For one day only, the gates of Normandy Barracks will open to welcome residents from Beverley and across the region to experience Armed Forces Day in the heart of where our military community lives and works.

Visitors can look forward to a packed programme of entertainment, including strongman and strongwoman competitions, a display of military and classic vehicles, live music and a wide selection of food. Whether you're a long-standing supporter of the Armed Forces or simply looking for a memorable day out, this event has something for everyone.

The event is being held in partnership with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, as part of the national Armed Forces Day programme. It is free to attend and open to all.

Event details:

• Date: Saturday 4th July 2026
• Location: Normandy Barracks, Beverley
• Time: 1000 - 1600
• Admission: Free event. – parking fee is payable on entrance.

For more information, follow https://www.facebook.com/DefenceSchoolofTransport

Grantham: Military Move and Mingle is now live on their website

Military Move and Mingle is now live on their website:

Military Move And Mingle | CVS Lincolnshire 

Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to deliver Serving Families On the Move Programme, CVS Lincolnshire is supporting newly relocated serving families to settle into life in Lincolnshire.

Military Move and Mingle

The form can be completed either by a referrer or directly by a family seeking support.

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: From Lincolnshire Carers First Dementia Action Week

18 – 24 May is Dementia Action Week!

Led by Alzheimer’s Society, this week is about raising awareness of dementia by bringing communities together, improving knowledge and sharing stories.

A Dementia Action Week page on Connect to Support Lincolnshire containing information on dementia and local Dementia Friendly Communities, and details of events taking place across the county during Dementia Action Week. Using information provided by partners we have also listed services and resources available to those living with and impacted by dementia.

Find out more by visiting our dedicated Dementia Action Week page.

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: Shine Mental Health & Suicide First Aid

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Barrhead: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, East Renfrewshire Mon 25th May 1300-1530

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Social Blend Cafe ,
James McGuire Building 124 Main Street,
Barrhead,
East Renfrewshire,
G78 1SG

Next cafe is Mon 29th June

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Gyle Shopping Centre Tuesday 26th May 1400-1530

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

The Food Court,
Gyle Shopping Centre,
South Gyle Broadway,
Edinburgh,
EH12 9JY

Next cafe Tues 23rd June

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Edinburgh/Glencorse/Leuchars: AWS Lowlands Summer Residential 21st - 24th July 2026 - registration closes Friday 29th May

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Register your interest using the QR code above by 29th May.

For further information contact Emma Twyford CDW emma.twyford100@mod.gov.uk.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Dunfermline: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Tuesday 9th June 1100-1230

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Costa Coffee,
Fife Leisure Park,
1 Whimbrell Place,
Dunfermline,
Fife,
KY11 8EX

Next cafe Tues 14th July

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Andrews: North East Fife Community Hub Summer Fayre Sat 20th June

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St Andrews: North East Fife Community Hub vacancy for an Admin assistant, closing date Fri 22nd May

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Staffrord: AWS CS Session Closures

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

 

Forres: Erskine Veterans Charity are hiring a Welfare Rights Officer for their activity centre closes Thurs 28th May

We're hiring for a truly rewarding role at our Forres activity centre: Welfare Rights Officer 

✍Providing support, advice, and access to welfare services along with financial support, ensuring that vulnerable Veterans receive appropriate assistance and advocacy. 

The successful candidate will also support with building networks and partnerships with relevant external agencies, services and internal departments to support the veterans in need or crises, ensuring maximum benefit for all Veterans.

💰£33,820 - £38,049 (pay award pending)

To find out more and apply 👉 Apply: https://bit.ly/4djbhqU

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Warwickshire: Veteran Summer Craft Fayre - 11 July - Nuneaton

 Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: AWS Community Support is looking for volunteers

 Email: molly.nash112@mod.gov.uk for more information

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: BioBlitz - 26 May - All Saints Church Sandon - Free Event

More information can be found HERE

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: Game Changers for Elected Home educated Young People aged 8-16 - Free project

To find out more and complete a quick ‘Get In Touch’ form, visit: https://orlo.uk/3AXfu

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: AWS CS Family Quiz Afternoon - Saturday 23 May - CANCELLED

Molly's email: molly.nash112@mod.gov.uk    

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
 

Lichfield: What's on in Youth Clubs - June - July 2026

 

Please make sure your child is registered for youth clubs and AWS activities by scanning the QR code or link below. Last checked only 3 young people that attend youth clubs weekly were registered. Once done it lasts a year. All young people must be registered to attend.

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=7WB3vlNZS0iuldChbfoJ5SFN-VqjksNHhBJhkKfysABUQ084NTZWQklNOE1PUzFFVlVWRkY3OUdCSi4u

 Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 20th May 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

Scotland: Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance hosting events around Scotland

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Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

27th May    Edinburgh, venue information on booking

28th May    Leuchars, Community Centre

29th May    Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth High School

1st Jun       Inverness,  TBC

2nd Jun      Helensburgh, Drumfork Community Centre

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/.../impact-centre-listening...

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Edinburgh: Tri-Services Scotland Rugby Thursday 28th May at Scottish Gas Murrayfield- FREE Entry

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Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Community Cafe at Fresh Start, Mon 11th Jun 1400-1530

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Fresh Start
22-24 Ferry Road Drive,
Edinburgh,
EH4 4BR

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Chepstow: MOD Civil Service Vacancy at Beachley Barracks, Chepstow, Closing Date: Tue 9th June 26

Band 5 Civilian Dental Hygienist
Department: Ministry of Defence
Location: Dental Centre, Beachley Bks, Chepstow, NP16 7YG
Salary : £31,049 to £37,796
Closes : 11:55 pm on Tuesday 9th June 2026
Reference : 438029

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Llantwit Major: Save the Date! Llantwit Major Food Festival on 27th & 28th June 26

Llantwit Major Town Council: SAVE THE DATE - more information to follow in coming weeks.

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Aldershot: Armed Forces Day National Event 2026

 

Information provided  by South East HIVE Hub

Chepstow: May Half Term - Make & Take on Wed 27th May 26 at Chepstow Castle

Have fun this half term and make something to take away at Chepstow Castle on Wednesday 27th May!

For more information, & other half term activities visit the Chepstow website here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Hereford: Little Hedgehogs Book Club, 9 - 11 year olds

 

New Children’s Book Groups Launching This May!

We’re so excited to be starting a brand‑new readers’ group for ages 9–11 at Hereford Library!
These fun, informal sessions give children a safe, friendly space to discover great stories, chat about what they’ve read, and build confidence — with no right or wrong answers. Just a love of books!

Hereford Library
Hosted by local author Rose English
Each month we’ll explore a new book chosen from a curated selection by Herefordshire Libraries. Plus… hot chocolate and biscuits included!
Free sessions
Perfect for ages 9–11
Booking essential - please click here

Join the fun and celebrate reading with us!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Bovington: HIVE Bovington & Blandford annual leave closure Wed 20th May - Fri 5th June

 

To access the online enquiry form click HERE

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Bovington: Garrison 'clean up' event - Thurs 21 May

An open invitation to come along and get involved. If you can only spare a bit of time, it would be genuinely appreciated.
It’s a great opportunity to get out, do something positive for the area, and work together as a community.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE