Northern Ireland: Wake The Giant Festival - Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th June

 

Wake the Giant is one of Northern Ireland’s most spectacular summer festivals, set against the stunning backdrop of Warrenpoint in the Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion. This family-friendly event brings local legend to life with giant-themed street theatre, live music, Giant's Parades, and interactive performances that celebrate the mythical tale of Fionn the Giant. Perfect for a weekend break or day trip, Wake the Giant blends arts, culture, and folklore into an unforgettable outdoor festival experience on the scenic shores of Carlingford Lough.

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Armed Forces Day NI - Saturday 21st June

 

Ards and North Down Council have announced that Newtownards is to host this year’s Armed Forces Day (AFD25). 

This national event is set for Saturday 21 June 2025 and Newtownards Airfield Visitors to the town can enjoy a host of family friendly entertainment, a military parade, music, cookery demonstrations and technical challenges to test event the brightest of brains.

There will be military stands which will give everyone the opportunity to find out more about the work of the Armed Forces including The Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force along with Cadet organisations.

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: myEarth NI, Family Friendly Website for events and resources relating to the Environment

myEarthNI are a hub for environmental action and education in Northern Ireland. 

Managed by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful and developed in collaboration with Northern Ireland Environment Link and the Education for Sustainable Development Forum, they aim to provide an online space that brings Northern Ireland's environment sector together to engage people in action, educate through resources and offer opportunities to become involved in making a difference.

For more details, please click here
 

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Northern Ireland: NI4Kids Magazine - June Edition Out Now

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Veterans & Families Forecast of Events - Causeway Coast & Glens

 

Veterans & Families – Upcoming Events

Please see above the forecast of events kindly shared by Veterans Champion Dawn Huggins from Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.

These events are a great opportunity for veterans and their families to connect, engage, and access support within the local community.

#Veterans #CommunitySupport #CausewayCoastAndGlens #VeteransChampion #ConnectingCommunities

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Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, June Showings

Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.

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Northern Ireland: Armed Forces Day NI - Saturday 21st June

Ards and North Down Council have announced that Newtownards is to host this year’s Armed Forces Day (AFD25). 

This national event is set for Saturday 21 June 2025 and Newtownards Airfield Visitors to the town can enjoy a host of family friendly entertainment, a military parade, music, cookery demonstrations and technical challenges to test event the brightest of brains.

There will be military stands which will give everyone the opportunity to find out more about the work of the Armed Forces including The Royal Navy, Army and Royal Air Force along with Cadet organisations.

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend - Friday 13th June (Schools), Saturday 14th - Sunday 15th June (Public)

 

Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend – Get ready for a fun-filled farm adventure as 20 farms welcome visitors of all ages.

Schools’ Day: Friday 13 June, 2025
Public Days: Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June, 2025

Farms open to the PUBLIC:
Armagh Apple Farm at Ballinteggart House, Portadown (Armagh Cider & Troughtons Premium)
Ballylagan Organic Farm, Straid (Ballylagan Organic Farm)
Bessvale Farm, Upper Ballinderry (Bessvale Farm)
Brook Hall and Gardens, Derry~Londonderry (Brook Hall Estate & Gardens)
Broughgammon Farm, Ballycastle (Broughgammon Farm)
Bullsbrook Farm, Dromore (Bullsbrook Farm )
Craighall Farm, Antrim (Craighall Farm )
CAFRE Enniskillen Campus (Cafre Enniskillen Campus)
CAFRE Greenmount Campus, Antrim (Discover CAFRE)
Carmean Aberdeen Angus, Magherafelt (Carmean Aberdeen Angus)
Glebe Farm, Limavady (Glebe Farm)
Glenside Farm, Comber (Glenside Farm)
Jubilee Farm, Larne (Jubilee Farm)
Slievenaman Goat Trail & Petting Farm, Newcastle (Slievenaman Goat Trail and Petting Farm )
Tannaghmore Rare Breeds Animal Farm & Gardens, Lurgan (getactiveabc)

For full details & updates, visit: www.openfarmweekend.com
To register your school contact: Lynsay - LHawkes@ufuhq.com

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Northern Ireland: Bangor Veterans' Roadshow & Lunch - Tuesday 3rd June

 

Veterans Roadshow & Lunch – Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Bangor
Tuesday 3rd June 2025

The next Veterans Roadshow and Lunch takes place in Bangor. Come along and connect with veteran support organisations, discover what services are available here in Northern Ireland, and enjoy the chance to catch up with friends - old and new.

This is a free event, open to all veterans and their families. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the help and resources that are there when you need them.

To help with catering, we kindly ask that you register in advance at: www.nivco.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming you for an informative and enjoyable day.

#VeteransNI #VeteransSupport #NICommunity #BangorEvent #VeteransRoadshow

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Northern Ireland: Statement from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner on OP VALOUR

 

NORTHERN IRELAND - OP VALOUR

Statement from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner - David Johnstone - 15 May

I welcome the UK Government’s announcement of the new VALOUR service, supported by a £50 million investment over three years, in veteran services across the UK. This is a significant opportunity to strengthen support for our veteran community.

That said, I await further detail on the duration of this funding and how it will be allocated in practice. In Northern Ireland, it is important that any new support structures build upon and complement the existing, trusted networks of veteran-focused organisations and services, rather than duplicate or fragment the support already in place.

Northern Ireland: NI4Kids Magazine - May Edition

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Did you, a loved one, or someone you knew serve in the Ulster Defence Regiment?

 

Did You, A loved One, or Someone You Know Serve In The Ulster Defence Regiment?

Since 1972, the UDR Benevolent Fund has been dedicated to supporting former members, their widows/widowers, and their families in times of need.

They offer confidential and compassionate support when you need it most:

Financial advice and support
Healthcare support
Mental health care and support
Wellbeing support

To find out more about their services, please get in touch:

Call: 07720677838 or Email: udrbenfund@outlook.com

*Proof of service required

Please note caseworkers, whose knowledge and expertise are of the highest level, will deal with any issue sensitively and confidentially, however as part of a grant application process, personal information and supporting documentation will be required.

#UDRBenFund #KeepTheBenFundNumber

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Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of Veterans Commissioners Newsletter is out now

The latest edition of the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Newsletter is now available.

Click the link below to catch up on the latest news, upcoming events, and key updates for the veteran community in Northern Ireland.

https://www.nivco.co.uk/.../05/Veterans-Newsletter-NI-Issue

#VeteransNI #NIVeteransCommissioner #VeteransNewsletter #NICommunity #VeteransVoice

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Northern Ireland: 71 Engineer Regiment are recruiting.

 

71 Engineer Regiment are recruiting in Northern Ireland.
Ballymena
Portadown
Bangor

Regiments in Scotland and the North of England are also recruiting.

Find out how, via the links below
https://linktr.ee/71engineer
#NorthernGrit #SapperFamily #LiveMoveFight #YouBelongHere #ReservedForMore #twicethecitizen #armyreserve #royalengineers
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Northern Ireland: 152 (North Irish) RLC are recruiting

 

Want to join 152 (North Irish) Regiment RLC?
Find out more and get in touch through the QR code above or via these contact details.
Telephone: 028 9042 0642
Mobile: 07833 047884
Email: 152RLC-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk
Facebook: Northern Ireland.

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Northern Ireland: Road Map to Recovery - Peer support for Veterans in Northern Ireland

 

Road MAP to Recovery is a veteran led, peer support programme for veterans as well as their families and carers across Northern Ireland.
They offer veterans the opportunity to regularly come together in a safe, peer-supportive environment to find better ways of coping with issues around relationships, feelings of anger, loneliness, addiction and trauma.
There are a number of groups across Northern Ireland. So, if you or someone you know needs support, please contact Michael on 07422 074363 or visit Contact Us - Inspire Wellbeing


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Northern Ireland: Vehicle Test Exemption Certificates Update

Did you know? From 1 June 2025, Vehicles first registered between 1 June 2020 and 31 May 2021 or between 1 June 2018 and 31 May 2019 with a valid NI MOT will be given a Temporary Exemption Certificate (TEC).

Find out more at: http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../guide-booking-your-mot...
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Northern Ireland: Northern Irish Veterans Awards Nominations are now open - Deadline 6th June

Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Northern Irish Veterans Awards.

Nominations for the 2025 Northern Irish Veterans Awards are officially OPEN.

Awards Ceremony: 16th October 2025
Venue: Crowne Plaza Belfast
Nomination Deadline: 6th June 2025

This year, NIVA are honoured to have Thales UK as their Main Sponsor, with G4S as their Support Title Sponsor. The chosen charity for this year’s event is the incredible Walking With The Wounded.

Award Categories Include:
Role Model of the Year
The Community Award
Cadet Instructor of the Year
The Health & Well-being Award

These awards recognise the outstanding achievements of our military veterans across Northern Ireland – from community champions to business leaders, role models, and inspirational individuals.
Nominate now via: https://www.veteransawardsireland.com/.../northern...

Let’s celebrate the veteran community in style.
#NIVeteransAwards #VeteransRecognition #WalkingWithTheWounded #Thales #G4S #Belfast #VeteranSupport #NIVA2025

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Northern Ireland: Once A Warrior: Life Beyond The Uniform - Podcast from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioners Office

Every veteran has a story. Some are filled with challenges, others with triumph.

Listen to "Once a warrior: Life Beyond The Uniform" the brand new podcast, from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioners Office, and get inspired by these incredible journeys.

Subscribe now: https://nivco.podbean.com

#Veterans
#VeteransPodcast
#WarStories
#NIVeterans

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Northern Ireland: Army Multicultural Day & Commonwealth Day Event Celebrations recently took place

Army Multicultural Network Day and Commonwealth Day Celebrations came together to deliver a wonderful event in Northern Ireland for all Nations to experience and enjoy.

Click the link here for a quick snippet of the event. provided by BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service)

There are various diverse networks that support civilian and Armed Forces personnel working within the Ministry of Defence. For further information please click here

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