Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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January 22, 2026
West Midlands: Birmingham's Chinese New Year Celebrations - Free Event - 22 February

To kick things off celebrating Chinese New Year, a special Chinese Market takes over Hippodrome Square Tue 17 – Sat 21 Feb, giving you the chance to support Chinese owned businesses right here in Southside district.
Then join us Sun 22 Feb for the main event! We will be celebrating Chinese New Year Festival with activities throughout the day – shining a spotlight on the fantastic talent within our region and wowing audiences with both traditional and modern music, dance and theatre performances.
January 21, 2026
Stafford: Free Family Activity - Peg Doll Knight and Lady - 17 February

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Staffordshire: FREE Online Session - Parents & Carers - Knife Crime Prevention - 4 February

We are pleased to announce a new date for our popular FREE online session for Parents and Carers. We will be running this 2 hour session on Wednesday 4th February 6-8pm.
This session is hosted by knife crime prevention charity, The Ben Kinsella Trust and covers the following topics:
Understanding knife crime from the perspective of young people
The signs and stages of child exploitation
Gangs and gang-life
Exploring the link between trauma and exploitation
Consider online harms, social media, slang and gang-related music
Understanding how ‘issues’ with peers can escalate and how young people can manage them
Having meaningful conversations about difficult topics
Helping our children stay safe; the SAFE ‘T’s approach
Further support and resources
You can book your space using the link below
https://benkinsellatrust.beaconforms.com/form/dcd0caf8
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Lichfield: SAFETY CONCERN NOTICE
A reminder that people are not to drive over the grassed areas in the housing estate next to camp. There have been increasing concerns of cars driving over the grass where there might be children playing.
This is a safety concern
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
January 20, 2026
Stafford: Tasty Bake - 10% Armed Forces discount
Email: Tasty_bake2021@yahoo.com
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Lichfield: DMS Whittington BFBS Cinema Showings - 20 Jan to 1 Feb

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
January 16, 2026
Hereford: Free Kids Fun Club, every Saturday at Lyde Court
Lyde Court | Every Saturday | 10am–4pm | Free Entry
Join us every Saturday for Kids Fun Club at Lyde Court, a relaxed, creative space where children can play, build, and explore at their own pace. Set in our rustic barn and outdoor spaces, Kids Fun Club is a self-led drop-in session featuring LEGO building, crafts, colouring, and garden games. With plenty of bricks, materials, and space to play, children are free to create, imagine, and enjoy hands-on fun throughout the day.Free to attend, but let us know you’re coming! A simple, joyful way to spend a Saturday at Lyde Court.
For more information please click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Hereford: Hereford Cathedral - 10% off with Blue Light & Defence Discount Cards
It’s their way of saying thank you for all that you do!
Just show your valid card at the till to enjoy the discount.
The Hereford Cathedral Café & Shop is open Monday–Saturday 10– 5pm (last orders in the Café 4.30pm).
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Hereford: 'Healthy Tricks for 26' - 21st Jan & 28th Jan at Bromyard & Ledbury
Talk Community Herefordshire:
Ready to kickstart a healthier 2026?
Join us in Bromyard on 21 Jan and Ledbury on 28 Jan for Healthy Tricks for ’26!
Wellbeing walks, health checks, lifestyle support, friendly trainers, and it’s all free.
Come along and discover what’s available in your community!
Find out more here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Hereford: New Journey Planning App for Herefordshire - Citymapper
Joining the Citymapper app means travel planning is smarter and easier for Herefordshire residents and visitors.
A new partnership between Herefordshire Council and leading journey planning app, Citymapper, means Herefordshire residents, students and visitors will now find it easier to plan journeys across the county. To read more please click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Hereford: Books & Brew - New group at Hereford Library - Starting Fri 30th Jan 26
NEW at Hereford Library!
As part of the NATIONAL YEAR OF READING 2026, we’re launching a brand new readers’ group designed to welcome new members, encourage social connection and celebrate reading for pleasure in a relaxed, friendly space.
Friday 30 January
4pm – 5pm
Hereford Library
Our first read: The Outrun by Amy Liptrot
A powerful and moving memoir about nature, recovery and belonging.
Everyone welcome — no pressure, no homework
Copies available from the library counter
We’ll be meeting monthly
No booking needed — just drop in for good conversation, warm drinks and great books!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
January 15, 2026
Grantham: Housing Surgery
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
January 14, 2026
Stafford: AWS CS The SEN-Sationals Monthly activities supporting military families with SEND

West Midlands: Ex-Forces Well-being Hub - Telford

The Hub officially opens on Saturday, 7th February 2026 at 14.00
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub












