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July 30, 2025

Catterick: FREE Advice First Aid Course 24th sept




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Catterick: Garrison Giggles Playgroup every Friday

We run every Friday 09:30-11:30, Loos road community hub

09:30-11:30
LOOS ROAD COMMUNITY HUB
DL9 4HT
£1.50 Per Family

We have lots of exciting things planned from planting your own seeds to take home and grow to dressing up, sensory play, arts and craft AND MORE !

We hope to see you there !

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Catterick: Carers Plus free weekly support sessions for Veterans who are Carers or being cared for starting Sept 25



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July 29, 2025

Catterick: IDAS - Project Rise Drop Ins every Tuesday


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Weeton: The Village 'Crofter' Newletter - August 25

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Blackpool: Ride The Lights - An exciting preview of Blackpool Illuminations - 26th August 2025

Get on your bike and Ride the Lights! - An Exciting Preview of Blackpool Illuminations.

Ride at any point along the promenade from Starr Gate at South Shore to Red Bank Road in Bispham. You can ride as much or as little of the route as you are able.

Ride the lights is not a bike race, it's a fun and FREE bike ride open to all. A great opportunity to get out and about on your bike with both family and friends.

In order to keep safe, there are a few things to remember:
  • All bikes must have a minimum of one white light at the front and one red light at the back.
  • It is highly recommended that all participants should wear a cycle helmet.
  • A responsible adult must accompany all children.
  • Please be aware that the tramway will be operational throughout the ride, take special care in the area around North Pier/Metropole Hotel
  • Marshalls and First Aiders will be on hand along the route.
  • Bike Doctors and support vehicles will be on hand to look after breakdowns.
  • The road will re-open to traffic at 10pm. Please try to plan your ride to reach your destination by this time, and be aware of traffic after this time.
Charities are welcome to use the event as a fundraiser by encouraging their supporters to participate and get sponsored.

As you get on your bike to ride the lights, why not join in the creative fun by designing your very own Illuminations display on your bike? Decorate your ride with colourful lights, lamps and lanterns to show off your illuminations design ideas. Light your ride... then ride the lights!

Please note that there will be live filming and photography at this event. Any pictures provided maybe used by VisitBlackpool for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be included, please contact VisitBlackpool Web Team

Road Closures for Ride the Lights

Officials close the Promenade throughout the full length of the Illuminations, usually between 6pm and 10pm on the night.

Yellow signs and cones appear from tea time, with traffic diverted off the Promenade between Red Bank Road at Bispham and Squires Gate Lane at Blackpool South Shore.

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July 28, 2025

Lytham: 1940s Weekend - 16th & 17th August 2025

Lytham 1040s Weekend

The entertainment marquee situated on Lytham Green has two days of free entertainment from 10am to 5pm each day. The line up features Derek Herbert Winston Churchill's rousing wartime speeches, Colin Bourdiec as George Formby, there’s Johnny Victory and making their Lytham return for their third full weekend appearance the Bluebirds UK and Lancashire Belle (Saturday only). Paula Marie returns by popular demand to entertain us once again. and there’s the the Re Invintaged Fashion Show (Sunday only). There will be a licensed forties bar in the main marquee.

There will also be military vehicles, music and dance on the Mussel Tanks (weather permitting) adjacent to the Promenade with a resident forties DJ, plus dancing in Clifton Square too.
(www.discoverfylde.co.uk) 

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Lytham St Annes: Fairhaven Dog Festival - Sunday 3rd August 2025



Fairhaven Dog Festival

Grab your lead and go and sit by the door it’s time to head to Fairhaven for an afternoon of paw –some fun at Fylde’s furriest festival.
You’ll find all kinds of tail wagging excitement with activities on our events Lawn. Maybe your pooch fancies his chances as the Fylde coast’s fastest treat catcher or has the waggiest tail on the west coast there’s room for all in the Homeless Hounds Fun Dog Show. Want to show off your athletic skills? The agility arena is the place to be, see fantastic demo’s from Pawsabilities or put your pup through its paces for a small donation. Sniff out some bargains or a bite to eat.
We can’t wait to see you on Fairhaven Events Lawn – We’re so excited (we’ll try not to jump up!)

Please note : this is a free event to attend as a visitor, tickets are not required.
If you are interested in attending the event as a stall holder please email: fairhavenbookings@fylde.gov.uk
Any bookings for this will be managed directly with us.
We will not be taking bookings or answering enquiries over Facebook.

Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: Fairhaven Lake and Gardens, 
Inner Promenade, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 1B

(www.discoverfylde.co.uk)

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St Annes: Yoga in the Square - Free session every Saturday starting 9th August 25


Yoga in the Square

Exciting news for Fylde yogis - starting Saturday 9 August, join us in our newly refurbished St Annes Square for free yoga sessions!

Led by qualified instructor Jo Eastham, enjoy an hour of gentle stretching, mindful breathing and pure relaxation, all in the heart of St Annes. No experience is needed, just bring yourself and a yoga mat.

Sessions will run every Saturday from 8:30-9:30am until the end of September and are funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in partnership with Fylde Council.

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Catterick: U14's Catterick Village Junior Football Club are looking for new players


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Catterick: Catterick Village Roses are recruiting new players


Inspired? The Lionesses showed grit and determination to win the Euros again. 

It's not always about the best players, but the best team. Catterick Village is all about the team. 

Never kicked a ball before or a seasoned player looking for a different challenge, our Roses are a fantastic group who welcome anyone who wants to enjoy playing football. 

Come to one of our training sessions and start enjoying being part of a friendly, welcoming and competitive team

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Newcastle: Commemorating VJ Day 80: 4 - 22 Aug



On 15 August 1945, World War 2 finally ended when Victory over Japan was declared. This year the eightieth anniversary will be marked with local and national events.

Please see the above poster setting out activities in Newcastle for Commemorating VJ Day 80: 4 to 22 August 2025
 

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July 24, 2025

North East: Vacancies for Digital Delivery Engineers

 


Balfour Beatty is seeking a dedicated Digital Delivery Engineer for our exciting new NZT Project based in Teesside (Northeast).

If you're passionate about delivering transformative projects with a commitment to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you!

As part of the digital team, the digital delivery engineer will help support and facilitate the successful embedment of digital tools and processes across the Project.
Work with the wider Digital team to become a subject Matter expert in digital tools and processes.

And here’s the key: You don’t need to have prior digital experience to apply. 
We’re open to: 

Ex-forces with experience in digital roles or project management  
Strong communicators and team players — even if you’re new to the digital space 
People with the right mindset — training will be provided 

Role: Digital Delivery Engineer 
Location: Net Zero Teesside 
Project: the world’s first of its kind 
Impact: • Powering over 1 million homes • Capturing up to 2 million tonnes of CO₂ annually • Creating 1,500+ site roles at peak construction 

Whether you worked in cyber, comms, logistics, planning or just thrived as a communicator and organiser — there’s a place for you on this project.

For more information please use the following link and the one below: Details

LinkedIn page, Post | Feed | LinkedIn

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July 23, 2025

Fleetwood: Affinity Summer of Fun 19th July - 31st August

  • Monday 21st to Friday 25th July – Mini Links Crazy Golf
  • Saturday 26th July – Minecraft Day with the Piñata Cod Club
  • Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st July – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
  • Saturday 2nd August – Spiderman meet & greet with face painting
  • Tuesday 5th – Thursday 7th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
  • Saturday 9th August – Meet the Flowerpot People with face painting
  • Monday 11th to Friday 15th August – Mini Links Crazy Golf
  • Saturday 16th August – Gorilla Encounters with face painting
  • Tuesday 19th to Thursday 21st August – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
  • Saturday 23rd August – The Bubble Fairy with Glitter Tattoos
  • Sunday 24th August – Wicked Cupcake Workshop with Party Games and Magic
  • Monday 25th August – WICKED Galinda & Elphaba meet & greet with face painting
  • Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
  • Saturday 30th August – Dino Day with the Little Cod Club
  • Saturday 19th July to Sunday 31st August – Captain Cod’s Enchanted Adventure Trail
For more Information: www.visitfyldecoast

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York: FREE Summer Activities City.Kick.About In the Park

 


York City Kickabout in the Parks taking place 3 of the weeks across the summer. These are one hour Kickabout sessions, our young people come together and play football - whether they are experienced or not it doesn't matter, great place to run off steam and get active. 

These are FREE and can be booked in advance. We do take players on the day providing there is space available so always worth just coming down as well if spaces cant be booked

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Darlington: Forces Family Track Day at Croft Circuit 19th Aug


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July 21, 2025

Catterick: AWS Summer Programme

 





Please use this Link to book sessions and more Information on AWS Activities

Newcastle: Little Troopers Build a Bear Workshop is back 13th August


Registration of interest~ All Together Build-A-Bear Workshops - 13th August 2025

EXCITING NEWS – Little Troopers x Build-A-Bear Workshop is BACK!

We’re thrilled to announce that Little Troopers has once again partnered with Build-A-Bear Workshop to bring a very special experience to military children across the UK this summer!

🧸 Is your little trooper missing a deployed parent?
If your child has a parent currently deployed, you can apply to attend one of our exclusive group workshops happening nationwide. Each child will have the magical opportunity to create their very own ‘Little Troopers’ bear at Build-A-Bear — a treasured keepsake to hold close while their parent is away.

💛 A Nationwide Shared Moment
On the same day and at the same time, children in multiple Build-A-Bear locations will come together for this special summer event — a moment of connection and comfort for our military families

Click HERE to register, you have until Sunday 27th July

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