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.

Contact Carl.Burman144@mod.gov.uk 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison shuttle bus service to Blandford town

 

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Please see below for estimated timetable, please allow enough time to ensure that you do not miss the Bus.

Pick Up	1st	2nd	3rd	4th	5th	Drop off only
Pass Gate House for Security Clearance	0930	1015	1110	1230	1325	1420
South Cresent/Racedown Road (either bus shelter)	0935	1020	1115	1235	1330	1425
Gunville Down Road (either bus shelter)	0940	1025	1120	1240	1335	1430
Ashley Wood Road (opposite bus shelter) [Officer's Quarters]	0945	1030	1125	1245	1340	1435
Black Lane	0950	1035	1130	1250	1345	1440
Drop Off
M&S Foodhall (Car Park, end of Nightingale Court walk-through)	0955*	1040*	1135*	1255*	1350*	-
East Street/Market Place Bus Stop [Drop-off only]	1000	1045	1140	1300	1355	-
Arrive Tesco Supermarket (ATM pull-in)	1005*	1050	1145*	1305	1400	-
Return Journey
Depart Tesco Supermarket (ATM pull-in)	-	1055	1215	1310	1405	-
The Ham Bus Stop (Morrisons Car Park) [Pick-up only]	-	1100	1220	1315	1410	-
M&S Foodhall (Car Park, end of Nightingale Court walk-through)	-	1105	1225	1320	1415	-
	*Drop-off by request

This service will run every Tuesday up to and including 22 December.
Pilot Funded by Dorset Council. Service operated by Dorset Community Transport.

If you need any further clarification, please email blandfordgar-bgsuwelfare@mod.gov.uk.

NOTE: Anyone travelling into town on final run (1330/1340/1345 Camp pick-ups) will need to make their own way back.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via Blandford BGSU welfare office.

Brecon: Free Parking every Saturday in Brecon until March 2027

Free Parking Every Saturday in Brecon!

Thanks to the continued support and funding from Brecon Town Council, parking at CANAL ROAD car park in Brecon is free every Saturday until March 2027.

This is a great opportunity to visit our town, support local businesses, and enjoy everything Brecon has to offer without worrying about parking costs.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Gloucestershire: New countywide bus map launched

 

Gloucestershire County Council has published a new bus map showing all the main bus routes across the county, operated by all the major operators.

It allows residents and visitors to see, at a glance, where the main bus routes go, where rail stations are located, and how services connect — making it easier to plan journeys.

Please click here to access the new map online

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Swindon: Explore nature with these walking trails, maps and more

British Summer Time started this weekend, meaning the evenings get lighter which is a perfect excuse to get outside. Check out some of these fantastic walking routes in the Swindon area, including:

• Stanton Park (one-mile walk). A family-friendly stroll around the wonderful Stanton Park. It’s only a short walk but it packs in some lovely lakeside, woodland and countryside walking

• Barbury Castle (two walks of 1.25 miles and 8.5 miles). Plenty of history and lovely views on offer

• Lydiard Park (1.5-mile walk). It has a beautiful house, woodland, open grassy areas and a lake to enjoy. There is even a spot for a coffee afterwards at Lydiard Park Hotel and Conference Centre

• Coate Water (1.75-mile walk). Take a nice casual, circular walk around the lake at Coate Water Country Park

Swindon Travel Choices will also be launching three walking trails on 1 April, with a brand-new Pony Trail around Wroughton.

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

West Midlands Railway student deal - Get up to 50% off your travel to school, college or university!

With a Student Season Ticket, you only need one ticket for the whole term. It makes daily train travel to school, college or university simple and affordable, giving you unlimited journeys between your two chosen stations throughout the specified travel window — including evenings and weekends.

Want more ways to save? Explore our Student Train Tickets Guide for top tips on reducing your spend on travel during term-time.

Full details: HERE

Information: Central HIVE Hub

 

Cairngorms: Rothiemurchus Lodge - Highland retreat for families and explorers alike

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Looking for a peaceful getaway surrounded by the beauty of the Scottish Highlands? Just 1 hour and 20 minutes from Kinloss, Rothiemurchus Lodge offers the perfect retreat for serving personnel and their families. Nestled just outside Aviemore yet tucked away from the bustle, the lodge is a cozy, tranquil base to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Accommodation options range from comfortable en-suite rooms to bunkhouse-style stays, making it ideal for individuals, families, or larger groups. With a log fire, fully equipped self-catering kitchen, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, you’ll feel right at home. Step out of the front door straight into the Cairngorms—no need to get in the car all weekend!

Special rates are available for serving personnel and their guests.
Rothiemurchus Lodge is a charity-run organisation supporting serving members, veterans, and youth and educational groups.

Find out more or check availability at  www.rothiemurchuslodge.org.uk

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE