Wiltshire: Free online Family and Community Learning budgeting courses this October

 

Wiltshire Council's Family & Community Learning team will be running their budgeting courses online during the half term break at the end of October.

This pair of courses help participants create and stick to a budget, identify good value for money, and reduce spending:

• Shop For Less Monday 27 October 10am – 12pm

• Balance Your Budget Thursday 30 October 10am – 12pm

To book a place, new learners need to complete an application form, which they can do on the phone or online here: Enrolment - Work Wiltshire. Booking closes one week before the course. Learners can join one or both courses.

Contact number: 01225 770478

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Blandford: Garrison youth club sessions restart Mon 29th Sep

Sessions are held in the Jubilee Hall, Blandford Camp (by Garrison Church) 

Juniors Youth Club session

Mondays 1630 – 1730 hrs

School yr age: Reception – Year 3

Session: Craft and Play – Lego, Movement games, Arts and crafts

Cost - £1.50 – Entry +Tuck

Juice and water provided

Inters Youth Club session

Mondays 1800 – 1930 hrs

School yr age: Year 4 – Year 6

Session: Free play – Air hockey, pool, games consoles, arts and crafts

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Seniors Youth Club session

Wednesdays 1800 – 1930 hrs

School yr age: Year 7 and above

Session: Free play – Air hockey, pool, games consoles, arts and crafts

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Please keep a look out for future notices regarding youth club sessions.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Blandford: Garrison mini bus for hire

The mini bus can be driven by anyone over the age of 25 years with a clean driving license that has been held for at least 24 months.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Lyneham: New Little Lights faith-filled fun for 0-5 yr olds in MOD Lyneham Community Centre

 

Welcome to Little Lights!

Each session will last an hour and begins with lively songs and rhymes to get everyone joining in, followed by a short and engaging Bible story with the help of pictures, props, or actions.

After the story, children can take part in a fun craft, giving them a chance to be creative and explore the story in their own way. The session finishes with snacks for the children and refreshments for the adults, plus free time to chat and get to know one another!

Little Lights provides a relaxed and friendly environment where families can explore & grow in faith together while little ones learn, play, and thrive. Whether you’re a family with lots of faith, no faith or are somewhere in-between, everyone is welcome.

The group meets at MOD Lyneham Community Centre, Calne Rd, Lyneham, Chippenham SN15 4XX at 10am on:

• Friday 26th September
• Friday 10th October
• Friday 24th October

Need to contact Little Lights? Email littlelights@light-church.co.uk

Click here to visit the Facebook page

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Colerne: FREE kids Halloween spooky disco on camp - Fri 31 Oct

 

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening full of:

• Fancy Dress
• Spooky Disco
• Refreshments
• Prizes
• Apple Bobbing
• Treats & Fun for everyone!

FREE EVENT!

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sign up now using the QR code or link to secure your place!
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Information provided by Colerne HIVE

Blandford: Garrison coworking hub open morning Tues 7th Oct

We are holding an open morning at Blandford Coworking Hub on Tuesday 7th October 2025 between 9am – 12pm. If you work or study from home and looking for a different place to work and to connect with others why not come and have a look around? I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

To book a trial session from 9 – 12 to experience new surroundings and find out more please see below or to book a desk for a FREE trial session:
www.militarycoworking.uk/blandford-hub

The Coworking hub is situated by the Costcutter store on Camp within HIVE & MOD RP office building.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Coworking hub open morning Tues 30th Sep

 

We are holding an open morning at Bovington Coworking Hub on Tuesday 30th September 2025 between 9am – 12pm. If you work or study from home and looking for a different place to work and to connect with others why not come and have a look around? I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

To book a trial session from 9am – 12 to experience new surroundings and find out more please  click below or to book a desk for a FREE trial session:
Bovington | Military Coworking Network

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Gloucestershire: 'On Your Mind' mental health service for children and young people

 

On Your Mind Glos is a place for Children and Young People to turn to when you need help and support with your mental health but you aren’t sure where to go. They have an anonymous Mental Health Support Finder, which is also available via text, for anyone aged 0-25 that will help you find the most appropriate support options for you in Gloucestershire.

Young people, parents/carers or professionals working with young people can use the support finder but also look through the database of quality controlled mental health services contained within our List of Services Directory.

On Your Mind Glos also has some self help guides and resources designed for both young people and their families to provide general support and advice about self-care.

Click here for further information

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Lyneham: Snow White family panto - Fri 21 & Sat 22 Nov

 

Click here to book your tickets!

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Blandford: Garrison free active birth workshop Mon 29th Sept

 

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Employment support drop in session Wed 1st Oct

Appointments not necessary, just turn up.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison housing issues - drop in session Wed 1st Oct

1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month, 0900-1200hrs. At the Pinnacle Office located in the Estates Building, Murdos Road, Blandford Camp.

If you have any issues regarding your Service Family Accommodation and would like to speak to someone face-to-face, pop along, no appointment necessary.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison coffee morning & DIO housing surgery Wed 1st Oct

If you have any housing issues or concerns, please use this opportunity to come along and speak in person to a housing representative from Pinnacle/Vivo

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema latest release ' One Battle After Another' Fri 26th & Mon 29th Sep

Watch the trailer here: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER | BFBS Cinemas (Action/Thriller)

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

 

Bovington: Military wives choir concert Sat 11th Oct

 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

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:

Domestic Abuse (domesticabuseservices.org.uk)

Mental health - Kent County Council

Every Mind Matters - Kent County Council

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub 

Chatham: Vivo Housing Surgery, Tuesday and Thursday mornings

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Bovington: Tank museum 'On Track' free wellbeing network event - Thursday 2nd Oct

Image: Tankmuseum

10am - 4pm

Join us for On Track, a dedicated wellbeing event recognising the unique experiences and challenges faced by those in and around the armed forces.

It’s designed for all members of the armed forces community – including regulars and reserves, service families, the bereaved, service leavers, veterans, and anyone connected to life in the forces.

This year, the focus is on community, celebrating the power of positive, supportive communities and their impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or someone close to you, or simply want to learn more about the resources available, On Track is here to help.

For more details, programme timings and to book your free ticket click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison Memorial Hall weekly activities for adults and children

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions

A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect. 

Everyone welcome. 

Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.

Toilets and baby changing facilities.

Free car parking.

Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE