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October 30, 2026
West Midlands: Invictus Games - Volunteer Applications open 28 October

Find out everything you need to know about the application process on the Invictus website
www.invictusgames2027.org/volunteer
October 29, 2026
Lichfield: Pinnacle and Amey Housing Surgery - Tuesday 10 November

This is a drop in surgery - no need to book just come turn up 😀
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Staffordshire: Tamworth Jobs Fair 2026 - 5 November - Tamworth Assembly Rooms

Stafford: Halloween Street Party - October 31 - Market Square & Town Centre Stafford

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Stafford: Royal British Legion Cross Laying Ceremony 2 November

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Hay-On-Wye: Free Playgroup - Little Willows Playgroup, every Friday at The Globe at Hay-On-Wye
every Friday | 10:00-12:00
The Globe at Hay, Newport Street, Hay on Wye, Herefordshire, HR3 5BG
A fun, nature-inspired playgroup for little adventurers! Join us for free mornings of laughter, crafts, and seasonal activities like scavenger hunts and flower pressing. Let’s make memories together!
For more information visit the website here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Hereford: Lego Club, every Saturday at Hereford Library
Lego Club
Join us every Saturday at Hereford Library- design amazing models and show off your creative side! Parents and carers are encouraged to join in.
Everything is provided!
Come along anytime between 10am and 12pm.
All children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
October 28, 2026
Herefordshire: Apply for a Secondary School Place - Closing Date: 31 Oct 26
Herefordshire Council: Apply for a secondary school place 2027
If you live in Herefordshire and your child is due to transfer from primary Year 6 and start secondary school in Year 7 in September 2027 then you must apply for their school place between 7 September and 31 October 2026.
Apply for a secondary school place here.
For more information please click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
October 27, 2026
Hereford: Free - Harvest Mice Trail from Fri 23rd Oct to Mon 2nd Nov at Hereford Cathedral
Harvest Mice Trail
Friday 23 October - Monday 2 November | Free
There are some harvest mice and pigs who have scurried off around the cathedral looking for seeds. They were distracted when they heard the choir singing! Can you find all of them and the words of the hymn they heard?
Once you’ve completed it, take your sheet to the Welcome Desk to claim your sticker!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Leominster: Leominster Station at Leominster Library - Thu 29th Oct to Sat 31st Oct
Next station stop... Leominster Library!
By popular demand, the Marches Model Railway Group are bringing their 7-metre-long working model of Leominster Station back to Leominster Library.Take a ride back in time and see the station and its surroundings as they would have been in the early 20th century.
Arriving at 9:30am on Thursday 29 October and departing at 12:30pm sharp on Saturday 31 October. Make sure you don't miss it!
Tickets not required for this journey
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Hereford: Free Event - Horrorford Halloween - Sat 31st Oct
Get ready for a spooktacular day of Halloween fun in Hereford City Centre on Saturday 31st October, 10am–3pm!
Bring the whole family along for a frightfully fun day packed with FREE activities, including:
- Witches’ Cauldron Photo Experience
- Trick or Treat Trail with FREE treats at participating locations
- Free face painting
- Roaming spooky entertainers
- Kids’ crafting area
- Scary Storytime with Hereford Library
Explore spooky stops across Hereford City Centre, from Old Market and Maylord Orchards to Widemarsh Street, King Street and beyond. Finish your trail and enter at Hereford Tourist Information Centre on St Owen Street.
Saturday 31st October 2026,10am–3pm, High Town & Hereford City Centre - FREE family-friendly fun!
Treats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while stocks last. Full terms and conditions apply.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Hereford: Free Stop Smoking App for Herefordshire Residents
Herefordshire Council:
Ready to quit smoking for good this Stoptober?
Herefordshire residents can now get a FREE stop‑smoking app + a free reusable vape kit to help make quitting easier.
Download today and get 24/7 support on your journey.
Find out more on our Talk Community directory
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Hereford: Free Half Day Training - Domestic Abuse Awareness Training
Herefordshire Council:
Could you be the person who helps someone reach out for support?
For some people experiencing abuse, a conversation with someone they know and trust may be the first opportunity they feel able to ask for help
We’re supporting #CutItOut, offering free half-day training for people working in public facing roles across Herefordshire
The training is designed for people including hairdressers, beauticians, tattoo artists, bar staff, opticians, nail technicians and financial advisers, as well as others who regularly interact with the public
You’ll learn how to:
- Recognise possible signs of abuse
- Approach sensitive conversations safely and confidently
- Signpost people to appropriate local support
October 26, 2026
Staffordshire: Christmas Light Switch on - Rugeley Town 28 November

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Lichfield: Quiet Fireworks - Sunday 8 November - Lichfield Methodist Church

October 23, 2026
West Midlands: Veteran Female Support Circle - First Monday of Every month: The Community Hub & Cafe, Galanos House

Information by Central HIVE Hub
Lichfield: AWS CS CDW - IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT HALF TERM TRIPS
Rebound trip - Due to a forms issue it has not asked for parent emails, if you would like an email to confirm your child's place can you please email Molly and she can then send a reply with this information for the day on. Payment should be made before the day but if you wish to pay on the day correct change will be required due to not carrying any change.
Pumpkin Patch - If anyone else wants to sign up this will close at the end of the day on Friday the 23rd of Oct. £2 each under 2's are free pay on the day.
Looking forward to a fun half term, Molly will be back onsite on Monday if you wish to speak to her or pay any money for trips.
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
October 22, 2026
West Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadets Association - Vacancies
West Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadets Association have a vacancy for a Defence Relationship Manager (DRM) at West Midland Reserve Forces & Cadets Association, Harborne, Birmingham.
and
A Cadet Administrative Assistant (Logistics Support) at Warwickshire and West Midlands (South Sector) Army Cadet Force
Full details can be found HERE
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub










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