Winchester: Have a Whale at Winchester Cathedral

 

Three monumental sculptures of sperm whales have created quite a buzz at Winchester Cathedral, after arriving last week.

The art installation, created by Tessa Campbell Fraser, has already welcomed thousands of visitors.,

Click HERE for more information

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Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use

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To check availability, call during office hours on 01929 402239 or access the online booking form via this link https://forms.office.com/r/sZfRNqXDnL

Please note recent changes to bookings.
Bookings for 7 x nights can be booked at any time.
Bookings for 5+ nights can be booked 3 months in advance.
Bookings less than 5 x nights can be booked 2 months in advance.

For all bookings, a £50 deposit will be required within 7 days of making the booking and the full balance is to be paid 28 days prior to stay. The rate is set at £50 per night for the first three nights, then £25 per night thereafter.

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Bovington: Growing together (under 1s) baby group sessions. Feb dates 2025

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Alton:- Pancake Race Tuesday 18th February 2025

 

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Bovington: Garrison Memorial Hall weekly activities for adults and children

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Colerne: Information evening and welcome event - Mon 3 Feb

 

Everyone is welcome, whether you're new to the area or would just like to come and meet the wider Welfare team.

Please email 21sig-colernestn-welfare-mailbox@mod.gov.uk if you're coming along!

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Catterick: Vacancy for Telephonist/Administrator at Salus closing date 3rd Feb

Telephonist/Administrator

Up to £26,500 per annum (dependant on experience)

37 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Catterick, North Yorkshire

The successful candidate will be responsible for being the first point of contact for all incoming calls from clients, potential clients and colleagues. Your role will also include administrative work where you will be part of a wider administration team and will support our Registered Building Inspectors and Managers throughout our business .

If you would enjoy working as part of a support team of administrators but are equally as comfortable being able to work on your own, this is the role for you. A happy disposition and confident communication skills are essential. Previous experience of Microsoft Office, great organisational skills and accuracy is essential for the role. Full training will be given to the successful candidate to learn our systems and procedures in order to work alongside our existing administration team.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute break

Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with your skills, knowledge and experience. 27 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holidays, private medical insurance and contributory pension scheme.

Salus is a leading Registered Building Control Approver to corporate and private clients, covering all areas of building control, fire engineering and fire safety consultancy work. For more information see our website www.salusai.co.uk

Blandford: Garrison fundraising event Tues 11th Feb

 

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Blandford: Garrison - Housing drop in sessions until 26th Feb

 

Facing issues living in Service Families Accommodation.

Come along to the new drop in sessions. A chance to discuss any issues or concerns with your local housing office team.

Timings: 0800 - 1230 hrs

Location: Pinnacle office located in the estates building (Mudros Road, Blandford Camp)

Click HERE for full information. 

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Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?

Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.

Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.

Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.

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Bovington: Free Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE - Next session Thurs 6th Feb 2025

Free advice sessions at the HIVE (King George V Road/Swinton Avenue) 

Speak to one of the advisors in private. Confidentiality guaranteed. 

Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community.

Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.

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Bovington: Tank Museum South West model show Sat 8th & Sun 9th Feb 2025

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A huge collection of model tanks, plus planes, ships and trains – all types and sizes will be available to see, make and purchase.

Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets (online discount) 

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Bovington: Tank museum 'Quiet mornings' Sat 1st Feb, Sat 7th June, Sat 27th Sep & Sat 6th Dec

 

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From 0900-1100 all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with autism; children with social, emotional, or mental health needs; adults living with dementia and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience.

For more details click HERE and to find out about sensory backpacks for families and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Further 2025 quiet mornings at the museum are:

Sat 7 June 

Sat 27 September

Sat 6 December

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Dorset: Home Start support and friendships for families

 

Home-Start offers friendship, practical support and emotional advice in the homes of families who are having difficulties managing parenting for a variety of different reasons such poor mental health, post-natal depression, disability, domestic abuse, bereavement, isolation and multiple births.

Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life, by supporting parents so they grow in confidence, strengthening and enjoying their relationships with their children and widening their links with the local community.

For details of Home Start click HERE

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Blandford: Garrison volunteers needed

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Bovington: BFBS Radio live on air throughout the Garrison

 

The military community in Bovington Garrison can listen to BFBS Radio on 100.8FM.

The schedule brings listeners a great mix of local and global radio, combining the BFBS Blandford Breakfast Show – weekdays from 0630-1000hrs – with programmes from BFBS Radio’s worldwide network.

The BFBS service will continue to be maintained in Bovington on 1287 AM too.

If you have a story or message that you would like to broadcast on BFBS, please contact Producer/Presenter for BFBS Blandford, Jason Herbert, via blandford@bfbs.com.

BLANDFORD CAMP

BFBS radio Namaste, Blandford. BFBS Gurkha 101.5FM

Blandford Garrison radio is live on 100.8FM

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Aldershot: Tourist Information Centre

Aldershot Tourist Information Centre has a wide range of information to help you enjoy your stay in Aldershot. The staff will be pleased to help you plan your visit and provide advice on where to stay and what to do.

For further information and opening times please click HERE

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Hampshire: Mind wellbeing partnership

In Hampshire, 50% of people experience psychological, emotional or mental health difficulties that significantly affect their day-to-day functioning. Rates of hospital admissions for self-harm in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are more than 1.5 times the national average. 

In response, Andover Mind, Havant and East Hants Mind and Solent Mind are pleased to announce that they have been awarded the contract by Hampshire County Council and the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board to provide mental health and wellbeing services across Hampshire. By working in partnership together and with the local GP surgeries, more people will be able to access specialist services, and local wellbeing centres will continue to support their communities. 

For more information click HERE

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Emsworth: Calling Female Veterans Flower Farming Course 11:00 - 1500hrs 25th February 2025

 

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Corsham: Creative Market dates for 2025

 

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