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June 18, 2026
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
June 16, 2026
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
June 15, 2026
Lancashire - Preston: The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment 20th Anniversary Event - 4th July 2026
We’re proud to celebrate 20 years of The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment with a special anniversary event in Preston on 4th July.
Join us for a ceremonial parade through the city centre led by The Band of The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment , followed by a families day at Fulwood Barracks.
This is a chance to meet our soldiers, explore military equipment and celebrate alongside the community that has supported us over the past two decades.
There will be a DJ and entertainment from our Fijian Choir plus FREE FAIRGROUND RIDES FOR ALL!
4th July
Parade 11am
Families Day 12pm
Free entry
Anyone affiliated to the regiment or its antecedents is welcome to attend.
Weeton: LCC Mobile Library Services - upcoming dates for 2026
New customers are always welcome, and you can join simply by going to the vehicle to be signed up.
Wildshore Blackpool - Watersport and Aqua Park - military Discount
Wildshore Blackpool has kindly offered a 10% military discount for all their activities
Bookings are now live. To book please Click Here
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
June 12, 2026
Blackpool: Armed Forces Week Events and Offers - 22 - 27 June 2026
To mark the national event, we are welcoming serving military personnel, veterans and cadets with a wide range of activities targeted at them and their families, as well as the many thousands of people visiting Blackpool.
Armed Forces Week Flag Raising - 23 June 2026
Location: Blackpool Town Hall, Talbot Square, Blackpool
Blackpool Armed forces week officially begins with the raising of the Armed Forces Day Flag above the Town Hall.
Meet members of the Armed Forces Covenant - 22 – 27 June 2026
Location: Houndshill Shopping Centre
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, should be treated fairly and should not face disadvantages when seeking to access public or private goods and services in the UK. Members of Blackpool’s covenant will be on hand all week to offer advice and demonstrate the wide range of agencies and organisations that provide support for our Armed Forces and veterans.
Coral Island Armed Forces Day - 26 June 2026
Time: From 15:00
Location: The Buccaneer, Coral Island
Tickets: Booking is required, and a fully-refundable deposit of £5 to secure a place is required within 3 days of your booking, call 01253 922182.
As part of Armed Forces Week 2025, Coral Island will be putting on its annual event for veterans from the UK’s Armed Forces on Thursday 25 June from 15:00, with a complimentary two-course carvery and drink on arrival.
Fylde Memorial Arboretum - 26 June 2026
Time: 10:30 arrival, service begins at 11am
Location: Millennium Grove, Moor Park Avenue, Blackpool, FY2 0LY
Founded by Don Aiken, a D-Day Veteran and located in the fields next to Moor park school, the Fylde Memorial Arboretum stands as an area of remembrance that provides the service associations, and the people of Blackpool and the Fylde, a place of peace and beauty in which to remember their fallen comrades and loved ones.
As part of Blackpool Armed Forces week, the Fylde Ex-Service Liaison Committee will host a service of dedication at the centre of the Memorial Arboretum's Glade area.
Sunday Morning Service & Parade - 28 June 2026
June 11, 2026
Weeton, Fulwood & Chester: AWS CS Summer Youth Club Day Trips out
- 20th July 26 - Alton Towers
- 22nd July 26 - Cinema & McDonalds
Newcastle: Newcastle Pride 25-26th July
Newcastle Pride is returning in 2026 on 25th & 26th of July. After 17 incredible years shaped by registered charity Northern Pride, the festival steps into an exciting new chapter led by the Curious family.
2026 promises a return to the city centre, city-wide celebrations and a Pride weekend designed with the community at its heart.
Further details about the Festival weekend, including the free programme, dedicated zones (Market Village, Trans+ Zone, Family and Youth) and a range of activities, will be released very soon, for more information click HERE
June 9, 2026
June 8, 2026
Warrington Armed Forces Day - 26th & 27th June - Free Family Event
TWO DAYS. ONE HUGE FESTIVAL. FREE ENTRY.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS — from 6pm
Royal Marines Masters vs RAF Rugby League Masters
The FIRST EVER Dave Boden Challenge Cup
Crosfields Rugby LEGENDS vs Army Rugby League Masters
80 minutes of full‑contact, open‑age, bone‑shaking rugby.
This one is going to be special.
SATURDAY — from 10am - A full day of elite
3‑Way Masters Tournament
Royal Marines RL vs Army Development XIII — battle for the Birdsall Bowl
The Mercian Regiment vs The Duke Of Lancaster's Regiment— mates vs mates, pride on the line
MAIN EVENT – 3:30pm
Crosfields Select XIII vs Army Rugby League Senior XIII
End‑to‑end, high‑intensity, no‑backing‑down rugby.
The game everyone talks about.
AND IT’S NOT JUST RUGBY…Bring the whole family — because ALL of this is FREE:
- Inflatable obstacle courses
- Paintball & Airsoft ranges
- Fairground rides
- Face painting
- Kids’ gifts & activities
- Military vehicles & displays
- Armed Forces stands & stalls
- Community groups & traders
- HUGE Charity Raffle & TOM’bola
- Food stalls
- FOUR bars at rugby‑club prices
Saturday 27 June — from 10:30am until late
(England vs Panama at 10pm!)
June 5, 2026
The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment - Veterans Football Tournament - Sat 27th June
Saturday 27th June
Mill Farm Sports Village, Wesham, PR4 3JZ
KO 10:30am
Final approx. 1:15pmVeterans Teams taking part:
Preston North End Football Club
Burnley Football Club
Morecambe FC
AFC Fylde
Blackpool FC Community Trust
Blackburn Rovers
Accrington Stanley
Bar open throughout the day
Full use of the clubhouse facilitiesCome along and support what promises to be a fantastic day of football as we celebrate 20 years of The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment!








