Blandford Forum: Little city summer holiday event Tues 29th July for ages 6 & under

Credit: Littlecitynorthdorset

Come and join us for role play fun near Blandford this summer holiday!

Timings: 10am - 11:15am

Location: Durweston Village Hall, Church Road, Durweston, Blandford Forum, DT11 0QA

Our classic Little City setup with all your favourite role play areas including the Post Office, the Supermarket and the Construction Site!

PLUS - especially for summer, our gorgeous beach cafe! Watch out for the pesky seagull - he's WANTED in the police station. 

Don't forget we also have our lovely school area; perfect for little ones preparing to start school in September.

We'll be visiting the lovely large hall in the village of Durweston which is located just 5 minutes outside of Blandford and easily accessed from local surrounding villages.

Each session is an hour and 15 minutes

One ticket includes one adult, extra adult tickets can be added at the checkout.
Non walking siblings are free

More details HERE and to book a session.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Swanage carnival Sat 26th July - Sat 2nd Aug

Credit: SwanageCarnival.com

More details HERE 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: School transport & pupil bus passes

 

Find information on school transport in Dorset, including: school bus updates safety of routes, all school transport news, how to apply for school transport schemes and appeal against a transport decision. Click HERE

Dorset County Council (DCC) school bus passes These cards will be sent direct to your home address by second class post.

DCC school bus passes will be for the life of attendance at your school or college, subject to transport entitlement and so will not need to be re-issued every year. These passes contain an electronic chip. School vehicles are fitted with electronic chip readers that will allow passes to be checked and details of the journeys recorded.

If a bus pass is lost during the academic year you must obtain a temporary pass from your school office in order to continue using school transport until a replacement pass can be issued.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Farmer palmers summer fun from Thurs 24th July - Sun 31st Aug

Farmer Palmers have a jammed packed diary of events planned and in addition to the play areas and animals to see there will be Wet the Western tractor trailer rides and foam parties every Wednesday and Friday.


Disney singers will perform every Thursday and the maize maze and sunflower field will be ready to explore soon.

Location: Farmer Palmers, Wareham Road, Organford, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6EU

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Growing together (under 1s) new sessions start Tues 16th Sep. Sign up now.

 

Click on poster above to enlarge. 

Location: Bovington Children's Centre (Holt Road by Bovington Academy School)

When: Tuesdays 1030 - 11:30

Dates:  16th 23rd & 30th Sept - 7th 14th & 21st Oct

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions

(Term time only) 

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

Dorset: Wareham carnival Fri 18th - Sun 20th July

Credit: Warehamcarnival. 

For more information click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support

The mobile advice bus will be parked adjacent to the HIVE building. Speak to advisors face to face.

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

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

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Hampshire: Solent Go Travelcard

With unlimited bus travel from Winchester to Totton to Emsworth and everything in between, and additional ferry travel, Solent Go is the easy, smart and responsible travel option.

Easier travel with the Solent Go travelcard

No need to have the right cash to hand for fares or to remember which operators you’re travelling with. The Solent Go travelcard works on most buses and ferries* throughout South Hampshire. 

Paper tickets and loose change are a thing of the past. You can travel smart and just tap in with the new Solent Go travelcard on most buses and ferries* in the region.
Responsible travel with the Solent Go travelcard

Blandford: Garrison FREE summer activities week starting Mon 28th July. UPDATE

Below poster is for information purposes, please ignore costs as activities are now free.

Closing date for booking activities Fri 25th July.

To complete the booking form click HERE or pop into the Williams Building for a paper copy.

Friday 1st August BAD GUYS 2 - PG Trailer: THE BAD GUYS 2 | BFBS Cinemas

Doors open 1030hrs, Film commences 1100hrs prompt.

Tickets are £5 per child, this includes entry, a cone of popcorn, and a cold soft drink. Accompanying adults Free of Charge.

Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Williams Building or will be available on the day.

All activity deposits and Matinee costs are CASH ONLY.

Bovington & Lulworth (Garrison families) are welcome to attend the movie on Fri 1st Aug.
Please contact BGSU (Blandford) 01258 481938 regarding booking and access onto Blandford camp.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU welfare team.

Farnham: Wetland waders and flamboyant flamingos at Birdworld

Immerse yourself in serenity at Wetland WaWetders, where you can observe a stunning variety of bird species using their unique beaks to feed from shallow and deep waters, while others soar and swoop gracefully all around you, creating a truly immersive experience. 

Then, follow the footprints to Flamboyant Flamingos and step into a world of vibrant pink! Explore the fascinating Pink Room to uncover fun flamingo facts and discover how these iconic birds get their rosy hue. Walk through to see the flamingos in their natural environment, and challenge your balance by trying to stand on one leg, just like a flamingo, and then enjoy our enchanting pink garden as you take in the breathtaking view of the flamingos in their natural splendor. 

Click HERE for more information. 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Dorset: Lulworth Castle Camp Bestival Thurs 31st July - Sun 3rd Aug

 

Credit: Thefestivalcalendar. 

Camp Bestival presented by Debenhams is a family-friendly UK music festival.

Music performances by top artists, including Sir Tom Jones, Sugababes, and Basement Jaxx.

A dedicated kids' area with over 100 activities and performances.

Comedy shows and DJ sets.

Family-friendly entertainment throughout the festival.

Camping options available.

More details HERE

Tickets can be purchased online at campbestival.net or in person at Discover Purbeck Information Centre in Wareham

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Staffordshire: BLAST Summer 2025 Sessions - Burntwood and Lichfield Autism Support Together

Please book HERE
 

Information from: Central HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison youth club (senior session)

Held in the Jubilee Hall, Blandford Camp (by Garrison Church) 

Seniors:  Tuesdays evenings

1800 – 1930 hrs

For Year 7 and above

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

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Below sessions are temporarily cancelled until further notice.  

Juniors:  Monday 16:00 until 17:00 (reception to year 3) £1.50 

Inters:  Mondays 17:30 until 19:00 (year 4 to year 6) £1 plus £1 for tuck shop.

Please keep checking the HIVE blog (Blandford notices) for updates. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Blandford: Garrison cinema showing of 'Superman' Wed 16th July plus win a Superman merch bundle

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)

To watch the trailer click HERE

 

WIN A SUPERMAN MERCH BUNDLE

Ready to #LookUp? #Superman is out in cinemas July 11th! Warner Bros. Pictures UK and BFBS Cinemas offer you the chance to win.

Whether you’re a casual fan or a full-on cape-wearing crusader, this is your chance to wear the S on your chest and be SUPER. Click the link in the comments and enter for a chance to win! LINK: Superman competition | BFBS

This competition will run till the 25th of July.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Dorset: Special Education Needs & Disabilities help and support for ages 0 - 25.

Where to get some help and support

If you’re a bit unsure as to where to go first to find some help and advice relating to your child/young person’s needs then we have put together some information about some of the key places for resources and helpful people to speak to:

Our Local Offer provides information, advice and support for children and young people aged from 0 to 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.
Visit SEND Local Offer HERE


Information provided by Bovington HIVE

For more information and support services

Blandford: Garrison raceway kart track

Click on poster above to enlarge 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE  

Dorset: Bike nights at Poole quay - every Tuesday until end of summer

Credit: Letsgooutbournemouth&Poole

Bike Nights on Poole Quay is a weekly event taking place from 5.30pm - 10pm

Previously known as Dream Machines, this popular event draws bikers from all over the country coming to show off their beautiful machines, meet up with fellow enthusiasts and compete for “Bike of the Night”, which is judged by a different representative from a local business or sponsor each week.

The event is free to spectators.

Click HERE for more details

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison jobs

 

Search for full & part time vacancies at Bovington, Lulworth & Blandford Camp, HERE

(Use the search filters to refine location, contract, job type etc). Please note where it states Wareham this may indicate Bovington Camp. 

• Customer/food service assistants
• Cleaners
• Supervisors
• Department managers
• Facilities operatives
• Chefs/catering roles
• Mess (Accommodation) Stewards

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison venues for booking events

Email: BLANDFORDGAR-QM-Dept@mod.gov.uk 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE