Northern Ireland: Harp & Thistle 25 - Thursday 9th October

 

The Amazing Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines Scotland and The Band, Bugles, Pipes and Drums of the Royal Irish Regiment will be back in concert in the Waterfront Hall on 9 October 25!

Get your tickets here:
https://www.waterfront.co.uk/what-s-on/harp-thistle-25/

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Ulster Aviation Society Open Day as part of European Heritage Open Days - Sat 13th & Sun 14th Sept

 

FREE ENTRY WEEKEND to the Hangars during European Heritage Open Days —— 13th-14th SEPT. NO Ticket Required

Sit in the aircraft (many of which will be outside, weather-permitting), explore the hangars and see what Ulster Aviation Society do.

Details: https://www.ulsteraviationsociety.org/events
#EHODNI #EHOD2025 #ulsteraviation #wherehistoryhaswings #LoveHeritageNI #DiscoverNI
— at Ulster Aviation Society.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Belfast Maritime Festival - Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th September

 

All aboard for Belfast Maritime Festival - returning to the city's quaysides on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September
The popular festival returns, from 11am-6pm each day, to celebrate the city's maritime heritage and spirit of innovation with free entertainment and activities for all ages.
A packed line-up awaits, from Donegall Quay to HMS Caroline, with support from our partners Maritime Mile, together with Discover Northern Ireland, Belfast Harbour, Communities NI, Titanic Quarter, Titanic Belfast, Odyssey Trust and Visit Belfast

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Ulster Branch Irish Guards Association Charity Golf Day - Friday 5th September

 

CHARITY GOLF DAY – FRIDAY 5th SEPTEMBER 2025
The Ulster Branch of the Irish Guards Association is proud to host a Charity Golf Day at Edenmoor Golf Club on Friday, 5th September 2025.

In support of:
Air Ambulance NI
Army Benevolent Fund
Irish Guards Charity

In the evening, enjoy the stirring spectacle of a Beating of Retreat featuring:
The Frontier Pipes and Drums
The Regimental Band of Pipes and Drums of the Irish Guards

For more information or to register, please contact Frank McCracken:
07746 530313 or ulsterbranchiga@gmail.com

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: RAF Bangor Town Show - 5th-6th September

 

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RAF are visiting places across England, Scotland, Wales and N Ireland to highlight careers in the Royal Air Force. 

Visit the RAF military village for a hands-on experience; take part in demonstrations, speaking with RAF personnel and complete challenges to unlock your potential.

Click here for more details or scan the QR code on the poster.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Grantham: Beacon Cafe a space for Veterans - Military - Reservist - Emergency Services

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

 

Blackpool: BFC Community Trust Armed Forces Weekly Calendar

Are you an Armed Forces Regular, Reservist, Veteran or immediate family member?

Have a look at the link below to see what Blackpool Football Club Community Trust can offer you.  Many free activities every week and a Naafi break club every Wednesday.

Blackpool Football Club Community Trust Weekly Calendar

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Catterick: 101st (Northumbrian) Regiment Royal Artillery - Recruiting Now

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Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee: 32 Signal Regiment - recruiting now

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Are you ready for a challenge? 

Get paid to train. Get paid to learn new skills. Become part of something great. 

Meet friends for life. Your local Army Reserve Signals Unit is recruiting now!

Email: 32SIG-RECRUITING@Mod.gov.uk for more info.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

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
Lowland Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Association Corps of Royal Engineers North of England RFCA Headquarters North The Army in Scotland RFCA NI Highland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association The Army in Northern Ireland Army in the North

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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.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Hampshire: Forces Connect South East

Forces Connect South East

Hampshire County Council is proud to be part of Forces Connect South East

Forces Connect South East is a cross border partnership comprising Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, East Sussex and West Sussex County Councils, Brighton and Hove, Medway Councils and Sussex NHS.

It is a two-year Ministry of Defence Armed Forces Covenant Funded Programme aimed at making it easier for servicemen and women and their families, as well as reservists and veterans, to access public sector services including healthcare, housing, schools, financial advice and support to find jobs.

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.

Grantham: Gymnasium facilities for Grantham Station

Gymnasium opening times:

Monday to Thursday
0700-1730hrs
Friday 0700- 1300hrs

Outside these timings the gym still can be used but you will need to sign the key out from the guardroom and leave your ID with them.

To use the gym:

You will need a gym induction; this can be done by any PTI at the gym. Induction takes around 10 mins and the PTI will show you around the gym and make sure you are happy with the equipment etc, within the induction you will need to fill out a form - this form is a medical questionnaire and it is also confirmation you are happy with the induction.

You require:

x2 passport size photos
Proof of insurance - you are to hold a suitable level of personal accident insurance/ third party liability.

Accessibility to:

CV suite

Weight room

Sports Hall

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Northern Ireland: Royal Naval Reserve Unit Lisburn - HMS Hibernia

 

Do you wish to join the Royal Naval Reserves? 

If so scan the QR code from a non MOD device for more details.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: 71 Engineers, 591 Sqn Reserves Are Recruiting

 

Interested in joining the #ArmyReserve?

71 Engineers 591 Sqn
Are recruiting near you for part time roles in Bangor, Ballymena and Portadown.
Give them a call to arrange a Unit Visit

Telephone: 07824 607559 or 0289 2260219
Follow to see what you could get up to in your spare time.
#RecruitingNow #Scotland #NorthernIreland #NorthEastEngland #sapperfamily

Information provided by HIVE NI

Highlands: MLG (Military Liaison Group) awareness resource for Highlands Reserves and veterans

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Dunfermline: Time to get fit and learn new skills, with Army Reserves

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New Year, New You?
Capitalise on your free time, get paid to keep fit and learn new skills 👉

Wednesday Nights
Weekend Per Month
2-Week Annual Camp
Off-Road Competitions
Shooting Competitions
Adventure Training
Tax-Free Bonuses

Want to find out more 👉 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Dunfermline: Are you ready to upskill with 154 Scottish Regiment RLC?

📌 Wednesday Nights
📌 Weekends
📌 Annual Camp
📌 Adventure Training
📌 Tax-Free Bonuses

Get Paid to Learn New Skills 😎

Interested? 🤔

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...

also see: https://www.army.mod.uk/who-we-are/corps-regiments-and-units/royal-logistic-corps

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

New MOD booklet 'benefits and support for Reserve families'

 

Today, Defence launches a new booklet for Reservists, and their families, on the benefits and support available. This includes financial discounts, healthcare, and career support.

Did you know that of the 190,170 total serving military personnel in the British Armed Forces, 18% of them are Reservists? This means that the Reserve Forces make up approximately one sixth of Armed Forces personnel.

Reservists make a critical contribution in the Armed Forces and are integral to protecting the nation’s security at home and overseas. Keep reading to find out more about what Reservists do, and how they make a positive impact in the Armed forces.

Do you know what support and benefits are available?

Today, Defence has published a new booklet outlining key benefits, services, and support for Reservists and their families. This includes:

• Healthcare, including mental health and welfare support.

• Information and support services.

• Military and financial discounts, childcare, and other family friendly policies.

• Career and employment support. For more information, read Defence’s recently published booklet on GOV.UK.

Reserves Continuous Attitude Survey 2024 - results published

Findings from the Reserves Continuous Attitude Survey (ResCAS 2024) have been published on GOV.UK: ResCAS 2024 publication.

What is RESCAS? 

ResCAS is MOD’s annual survey which gathers information on the attitudes and experiences of Volunteer Reservists across the Tri-Services.

2024 Survey Results

This year, a total of 4,656 Reservists completed ResCAS.

The survey found 70% of Volunteer Reserves are satisfied with life in the Reserve in general, and 89% are proud to serve in the Service. Satisfaction with pay was 43% and the annual bounty was 63%. Overall, there has been a decreasing trend in satisfaction with pay and the annual bounty since 2021.

The top 3 reasons cited by Reservists for joining the Reserve Service were; to serve their country (64%), for the challenge (59%), and for personal development (58%).

For further results, please see the publication report: ResCAS 2024 publication.

These include perceptions on training, life in the Reserves, career progression and family support.   Queries can be sent to: people-strat-cdpregroup@mod.gov.uk