Information provided by HIVE NI
June 21, 2026
Northern Ireland: Defence Medical Welfare Service Northern Ireland. Supporting the Service Person, Veterans and Family Members
Information provided by HIVE NI
June 19, 2026
Scotland: Scottish Veterans Minister publishes Veterans and Employment Report 2026
Employment is key to a successful transition to civilian life, and while most veterans go on to thrive in second careers, some still need support.
Scotland has made strong progress, but more can be done. We must turn intent into consistent action, strengthen leadership and data, and ensure every veteran can access the opportunities available.
You can read the report at: Veterans and Employment | Scottish Veterans Commissioner
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Tentsmuir Nature Reserve: Open Day Tuesday 14th July
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Event is free whilst Car Parking is £4Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Blandford: Garrison Corps event - Sat 20th June
Any questions can be directed Royal Signals Association Operations Manager,
email Tracey.muers101@mod.gov.uk.
email Tracey.muers101@mod.gov.uk.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Northern Ireland: Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Employment Opportunities
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council employment opportunities
Job opportunities - lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Information provided by HIVE NI
Job opportunities - lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Information provided by HIVE NI
Dorset: Camp Bestival 2026 at Lulworth castle Thurs 30th July - Sun 2nd Aug
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The iconic Fatboy Slim marks his much-anticipated return to the festival on the Sunday with the very first Fatboy Slim & Friends All Day Castle Stage takeover: a day of non-stop, feel-good-vibes with surprise special guests, including hip hop royalty De La Soul.
Meanwhile rapper and producer Example will warm up for British chart-toppers, Bastille on Saturday evening, and Fearless pop icon and cultural force Self Esteem takes to the stage on Friday night with living legend Billy Ocean.
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For more information, details on full line up, family/children's entertainment, activities, etc
click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Leuchars: Veterans Breakfast Club Tuesday 4th August 2nd June at the Barrel & Bean Facility, Leuchars Station **No Vets Breakfast in July**
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If you are possession of a HM Armed Forces Veterans card, this will help with accessing the domestic site through a local arrangement.
These can be obtained via the link here https://www.gov.uk/veteran-card
Or application forms can be provided by emailing Jeff Watson
Breakfast is kindly paid for by Leuchars Station and Leuchars Community Council.
For any further information please contact Jeff or Susan Budd via details on poster.
For any further information please contact Jeff or Susan Budd via details on poster.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
St Andrews: West Sands Summer Beach Clean Saturday 20th June
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June 18, 2026
Blandford: Garrison cinema June showings & ticket price reductions
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Adult (15+) £4
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Cinema Price changes.
Hopefully you will all have heard of the Governments ‘Great British Summer Savings’ scheme, where families will enjoy discounted attractions and meals out this summer.
From 25 June to 1 September 2026 (inclusive), VAT will be cut from 20% to 5% on eligible activities and items, and this applies to certain cinema tickets.
This saving will be applied to all Family and Child tickets purchased during this period.
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Child Ticket £3 £2.63
Family Ticket £11 £9.63
Blandford: Garrison cinema latest showing 'Toy Story 5' - Sun 21st June at 2pm
Food and drink available to purchase at the door.
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Blandford: Garrison cinema latest showing 'Disclosure Day' Fri 19th & Wed 24th June
Food and drink available to purchase at the door.
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Lichfield: Fun Club Hub FREE Summer Activities for ages 10-16 years old
Come and join Fun Club Hub’s FREE Summer Activities where there is something for everyone
A huge thank you to Staffordshire Space Programme funding for making these sessions possible and giving young people the chance to make amazing summer memories 🌈✨
📍 Tamworth
📍 Lichfield
📍 Burntwood
👥 Ages 10–16 years
💥 FREE to attend
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison - Blandford ladies community fundraising event Wed 1st July
Time: 1000 - 1200
Hampshire: Safeguarding Children Partnership (HSCP)
Hampshire Safeguarding Children Partnership (HSCP) is a statutory body that leads on keeping children safe and ensuring their wellbeing in the local authority (LA) area of Hampshire. The Partnership includes local agencies who work together to make sure that child protection services in Hampshire are effective and keep our children safe.
For the latest news click HERE
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.
Defence News: Save BIG this Armed Forces Week - exclusive discounts
Save BIG this Armed Forces Week: exclusive discounts
Four brands have partnered with the MOD to offer special discounts for the Defence community throughout Armed Forces Week 2026.
Household names Cotswold Outdoor, Decathlon, HelloFresh and Mountain Warehouse have become the first ever Official Partners during Armed Forces Week (22–28 June) – through a new collaboration between the MOD, Department for Business and Trade, and Defence Discount Service.
Minister for Veterans and People, Calvin Bailey MP said:
“The military community sacrifices a lot to defend and protect the nation, whether serving overseas or holding the fort at home. These Armed Forces Week discounts are a tangible way of saying thank you to the Armed Forces community.
“The whole nation has a role to play in supporting the Armed Forces – so it’s great to see big brands stepping up.”
Introducing the fab four…
Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, spend more time outdoors, or make healthy eating simpler, the four Official Partners will offer the following boosted discounts during Armed Forces Week, beginning on 22 June:
· Cotswold Outdoor – 20% off full-price items, online and in stores
· Decathlon – 20% off a select range of full-priced sports and fitness equipment online
· HelloFresh – 60% off your first delivery, 25% off the next seven boxes, plus free treats for life for new and previous customers
· Mountain Warehouse – 25% off online
Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, spend more time outdoors, or make healthy eating simpler, the four Official Partners will offer the following boosted discounts during Armed Forces Week, beginning on 22 June:
· Cotswold Outdoor – 20% off full-price items, online and in stores
· Decathlon – 20% off a select range of full-priced sports and fitness equipment online
· HelloFresh – 60% off your first delivery, 25% off the next seven boxes, plus free treats for life for new and previous customers
· Mountain Warehouse – 25% off online
Blandford: Welfare/contact house short term use accommodation
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Weekend rates Friday to Monday morning £100.
Full weeks are £225.
A full review of costs will take place at the end of April.
BLANDFORDGAR-BGSUWELFARE@mod.gov.uk or call 01258 481938
Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU Welfare team
Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use
or email Tel: 01929 402239 during office hours
For all bookings, a £50 deposit will be required within 7 days of making the booking and the full balance is to be paid 28 days prior to stay. The rate is set at £50 per night for the first three nights, then £25 per night thereafter.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Family fun event at Wareham quay - Sat 20th June
Family fun event featuring steam engines, live entertainment, food stalls and children's fair rides/stalls and much more. Information provided by Bovington HIVE
North Yorkshire: Brompton & St Anne's Scout Group is looking for Volunteers, could this be you?
We have a huge variety of flexible roles available—from working directly with our Cub Scouts to helping behind the scenes with social media, events, or admin. No prior scouting experience is needed; just a sense of humour and a little spare time!
If anyone in your area is interested, they can find out more here: www.bacsascoutgroup.org.uk
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
June 17, 2026
Grantham: Grantham College & University Centre never too late to learn
Apply now! Never too late to enrol, with lots of adult FREE courses.
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
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
Grantham: CarersUK Green Care for You programme is starting next Monday 22 June!
CarersUK Green Care for You programme is starting next Monday 22 June!
The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the pull of being outside is getting stronger. But, when you’re caring, it can be hard to find time to enjoy moments with nature.
Green Care for You is a two‑week guided programme for unpaid carers who would like to be active in nature in small, everyday ways - without pressure or expectations. It’s all about finding ways to take a moment with nature that fits around your caring routines.
Green Care for You
What will you get out of it?
There are so many benefits to gardening and connection with nature...
Improved mental health: A quiet moment of reflection in hectic day and the feeling of being grounded by what you notice around you.
Better physical health: The opportunity to be more active in a low pressure, relaxed way.
More understanding and knowledge: Learn about how you can connect with nature, in your own home, garden or local green space.
There’s no pressure to complete every prompt. You’re welcome to take part as little or as much as suits you or save any activities to return to another time.
Sign up now to join us from Monday 22 June - Monday 6 July.
As always, if you have any queries, please email the Carers First Employment Team on employment@carersfirst.org.uk, where one of the team will be happy to help you.
The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and the pull of being outside is getting stronger. But, when you’re caring, it can be hard to find time to enjoy moments with nature.
Green Care for You is a two‑week guided programme for unpaid carers who would like to be active in nature in small, everyday ways - without pressure or expectations. It’s all about finding ways to take a moment with nature that fits around your caring routines.
Green Care for You
What will you get out of it?
There are so many benefits to gardening and connection with nature...
Improved mental health: A quiet moment of reflection in hectic day and the feeling of being grounded by what you notice around you.
Better physical health: The opportunity to be more active in a low pressure, relaxed way.
More understanding and knowledge: Learn about how you can connect with nature, in your own home, garden or local green space.
There’s no pressure to complete every prompt. You’re welcome to take part as little or as much as suits you or save any activities to return to another time.
Sign up now to join us from Monday 22 June - Monday 6 July.
As always, if you have any queries, please email the Carers First Employment Team on employment@carersfirst.org.uk, where one of the team will be happy to help you.
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
Staffordshire: The National Memorial Arboretum Armed Forces Weekend - 27 & 28 June 2026
27 & 28 June 2026
10am - 5pm
Free Entry. Parking Charges Apply.
Full details are available: HERE
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Northern Ireland: Ministry of Defence Employment Opportunities
Defence Business Services (DBS) - Veterans Services Welfare Manager - Enniskillen
Veteran Services (VS) is part of the Armed Forces and Veterans Team and is responsible for providing support to the Armed Forces (AF) community through a Triage Service and a network of Welfare Managers across the UK and Republic of Ireland. They work with the Royal Navy, the British Army, the Royal Air Force, local authorities, voluntary organisations, service charities and OGDs. The support provided by VS includes, but is not limited to, assisting those transitioning from service to civilian life, advising bereaved families, applying for armed forces compensation, and offering information and guidance on the support available to the AF community.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 28th June 2026
For more details, please click here
Security Services Group (SSG) - Commercial Officer
Security Services Group (SSG) are currently seeking an enthusiastic and driven Commercial Officer with a strong track record in innovation, delivery, and commercial excellence to join their team.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 5th July 2026
For more details, please click here
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Kent & Medway: Domestic Abuse Support
Trigger Warning: Domestic abuse can lead to a person feeling like there is no escape and having suicidal thoughts. 30% of suspected suicides in Kent and Medway have domestic abuse as a factor (@KentPolice).
Support services are there for anyone experiencing abuse and can provide practical and emotional support including refuge, safe accommodation, specialist programmes and 1-2-1 help.
Find help and resources:
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Kent and Medway: Preparing Young People with SEND for Adulthood
Kent Supported Employment can help you grow your skills and confidence and find employment that is right for you.
Click HERE for more information.
Chatham: Great Lines Parkrun Every Saturday 0900hrs
Everyone is welcome to join us at Great Lines parkrun! To run and record a time, you first need to register and print off a barcode that is unique to you. After that you can just turn up and run.
If anyone can volunteer please email greatlines@parkrun.com
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Northern Ireland: Armed Forces Day - Saturday 20th June
This Saturday, as we celebrate Armed Forces Day, NIVCO will be joining the celebrations in Coleraine, where this year’s event is being hosted by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.
There will be something for everyone, including military displays and performances, family-friendly activities , cookery demonstrations, technical challenges, and a fantastic selection of local food, drink, and craft stalls.
Highlights of the day include:
* The RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team, expected to land at around 12:15 p.m.
* A gun salute at 2:00 p.m.
* A spectacular Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast.
Information provided by HIVE NI
June 16, 2026
DIO: Subscribe to receive Defence Homes email updates
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DIO are keen to keep Service personnel and their families connected with everything happening across Defence Homes.
Follow this link to sign up today.
Catterick: Military Wives Choir - Cream Tea and Tunes 18th July
A Powerhouse Partnership for a Fantastic Cause!
We are absolutely thrilled to be joining forces with the marvelous Hawes Silver Band to raise vital funds for Fight Bladder Cancer!
A cause that is so close to our hearts.
Every single note sung and every scone enjoyed helps support those living with bladder cancer, making this an afternoon of music that truly matters.
We don’t want to blow our own trumpets (we’ll leave that to the brilliant Hawes Silver Band, but Saturday 18th July is officially shaping up to be the best afternoon of the summer!
The Military WAGS Choir Catterick and the band are teaming up for a gorgeous afternoon of spectacular music, exceptional company, and most importantly absolute mountains of scones, jam, and cream.
Whether you’re team "jam first" or team "cream first," all are welcome!
Saturday 18th July 2026
2:00 PM
Garrison Memorial Church, Catterick Garrison (DL9 4ES)
Tickets:
Adults: £10
Under 16s: £5
Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children): £25
Just scan the QR code on the poster below or click the link
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/GLFM
Come for the tunes, stay for the treats, and help us support a truly incredible cause. We can't wait to see you there!
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison Thrift shop
Volunteers are always needed. Please call into the shop during opening times if you are interested in helping out.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Family singalong music festival - Sat 4th July at Upton country park
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For more details and to book tickets click HEREDorset: Ladies night music festival - Fri 3rd July at Upton country park
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For more details and to book tickets click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Dorset: Wool village community cinema movie 'Song Sung Blue' - Fri 19th June
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Advance notice - Sunday 5th July 2026 we will be showing the epic
film 'GONE WITH THE WIND' as a Sunday afternoon matinee with pre-booked cream teas available. [Booking details to be announced shortly.]
Dorset: Local residents 50% off day tickets at sandworld (weymouth) until 30th June
Featuring brand-new giant sand sculptures including Shrek, Minecraft scenes, The Traitors, wonderful animals and more.
Daily sand sculpting workshops, a giant all-weather sandpit, wheelchair-friendly sand sculpting tables and a dedicated under 5s’ sand area.
Chatham: Army Welfare Service community support - Volunteering, is it for you?
Have you got skills/ideas you would like to share with others?
Could you spare a couple of hours a week/month to support your community?
Would you like to be part of a team to create opportunities for your community?
Volunteering can make a difference to inspire and empower others. For example working with children and young people.
Volunteering can give you valuable experience and training to add to your CV.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
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