St Athan: Free Easter Holiday Activities on Wednesday 8th April at The Gathering Place, St Athan

Weekly Community Café at The Gathering Place, St Athan

Everyone is welcome to join us at our friendly community café Wednesday 1st April & Wednesday 8th April!

• Open from 9:00am – last orders at 12.45pm
• All food freshly cooked to order
• Eat in or takeaway available

There’s something for everyone:

• Small children’s soft play area
• Selection of children's toys
• FREE Easter-themed craft table, including:

Colouring
Drawing
Painting rainbow catchers

Come along, enjoy some great food, and spend time with the community – we’d love to see you there!

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Wales: Home Start Cymru - Supporting Families

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Haverfordwest: Pinnacle Housing Surgery on Thursday 23rd April 2026

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Chepstow: Easter Egg Hunt with Quiz from Sat 28th March - 12th April 2026

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Wales: Free online courses for partners & spouses of Armed Forces Personnel from The Family Foundation - Starting a Small Business

 

The Family Foundation - Project Restart

Looking to start a business or learn new skills?

We’re excited to share a range of FREE online courses designed specifically for Spouses & Partners of serving personnel

Whether you’re exploring a side hustle, thinking about starting a small business, or want to build practical skills — there’s something here for you

• Starting a Small Business Courses
• Turn an idea into a real opportunity
• Learn how to plan, launch and grow
• Build confidence to take that first step
• Bookkeeping Courses
• Understand the numbers behind a business
• Learn essential financial skills
• Perfect for supporting your own business or boosting employability
• Study at your own pace, online and flexible around family life

Access everything here:

https://lea-s-site-4be5.thinkific.com/bundles/project-restart

We’re also exploring a face-to-face workshop at St Athan for anyone who would like extra support — let us know if this would be of interest!

Any queries please contact: 

info@thefamilyfoundation.co.uk 

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Vale of Glamorgan: Easter news, events and updates from across the Vale of Glamorgan

 
Vale of Glamorgan Council Easter Update:

Dear Resident,

As we welcome the lighter days and look ahead to Easter and early summer, here’s a round‑up of news, events and updates from across the Vale:

New Llwybr Cymru Trail – First Section Opens in Porthkerry

The first 80km section of the Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail, part of the National Forest for Wales, officially launched in Porthkerry Country Park earlier this month.

This new long‑distance route celebrates Welsh nature, woodland and local heritage. Find out more: Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail | GOV.WALES

If you're out and about across the Vale this Easter you might also notice we have upgraded the public toilet facilities at Porthkerry Country Park and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park recently with further upgrades underway in our four main town centres:

• Llantwit Major - complete
• Cowbridge - complete,
• Barry - underway,
• Penarth - coming soon

Brecon & Haverfordwest: AWS Summer Residential 'Farms for City Children' Mon 3rd - Fri 7th August 2026

Please see poster and link to register your interest for this year's summer residential to the Farm For City Children in St Davids.

Places are limited and priority will be given to those with a parent away on deployment.

https://forms.office.com/e/79M1Vb8C3r

Any questions please contact: 

Samantha Humphries- Community Development Worker Brecon. 

Email: samantha.humphries743@ mod.gov.uk Mobile: 07966743661

Ben Swindlehurst- Community Development Worker Haverfordwest. 

Email: Benjamin.swindlehurst867@mod.gov.uk. Mobile: 07966743614

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Chepstow: Holiday Craft Afternoon at the Drill Hall, Chepstow on Thursday 2nd April - Booking not required

 

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The Holiday Craft Afternoon at the Drill Hall Chepstow is this Thursday 2 April 2-4pm. 'Drop-In-and-Make' - have fun getting creative together - family and friends can get together around the big tables for a few hours of making. Led by the fab creative volunteers for MonLife Heritage Museums.

Suitable for all ages + it's free thanks to Chepstow Town Council. No need to book.

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Chepstow: AWS Summer Residential at YHA Edale, Peak District from 27th - 31st July

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To register please click here.

If you require any further information please contact Naomi Ozanne: Naomi.Ozanne100@mod.gov.uk or on 07483 183142.

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St Athan: Easter Fun Day on Sat 4th April at the Paul Lewis Community Centre in St Athan

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Barry: Join at the Pod & get a free Easter treat between Mon 30th March & Thu 2nd April at The Pod, Barry

Free Easter Eggs at The Pod this week!

Attend a course, sign up to our programme, or pop in for CV support and you’ll receive a FREE Easter Egg!

The Pod, Golau Caredig, Barry, CF62 7AZ
Opening Hours: 10am – 4pm
(Closed Bank Holidays & Weekends)

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Cardiff: Cardiff Council Vacancies

Cardiff Council: 

Time to take a look at all of the current vacancies with Cardiff Council here.

And find out why you should work for Cardiff Council by visiting 'Why Work for Us' here

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Cardiff: Free Easter Egg Trail at St Fagans National Museum of History

St Fagans National Museum of History - Easter Egg Trail 

This Easter, eight brightly coloured eggs have been hidden around the museum. Can you find them all?

Bring the whole family and follow our fun Easter Trail as you explore the historic buildings, parkland and galleries at St Fagans. Search high and low, keep your eyes peeled, and tick off each egg as you discover them. It’s the perfect way to add a little extra adventure to your visit.

Pick up your free trail from the reception desk. No booking required – just drop in and join the fun!

For more information visit the St Fagans National Museum of History website here.

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Cardiff Bay: Free Easter Egg Trail at Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay from 30th March - 12th April

Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay

Easter Egg Trail at Mermaid Quay - Cardiff Bay
30 March – 12 April

FREE family fun

Pick up your trail map from the table outside Glee Club and set off on an Easter adventure around Mermaid Quay!

Follow the trail to discover 5 hidden eggs displayed in the windows of our shops and restaurants. Each egg reveals a letter, collect them all and unscramble the secret Easter word for your chance to complete the challenge! For more information click here.

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Llantwit Major & Barry: Free Children's Activity Sessions in the Easter Break - Tuesday 31st March 26

 

Vale Sports Development Team: 

Upcoming opportunities for children/young people during the Easter 2026 holidays:

Tuesday 31st March:

Colcot Sports Hall, Barry

10:00-10:45am - AGES 7-9 YEARS:
https://indoor-baseball-ages7-9.eventbrite.co.uk
11:00-11:45am - AGES 10+ :
https://indoor-baseball-ages10andover.eventbrite.co.uk
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Windmill Lane, Llantwit Major
Ages 4-6 years:
https://multi-sport-and-games-ages4-6.eventbrite.co.uk
Ages 7-9 years:
https://multi-sport-and-games-ages7-9.eventbrite.co.uk
Ages 10+: Book via:
https://sports-at-windmill-lane-ages10-and-over.eventbrite.co.uk

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Barry: Free Open Access Playscheme with Vale Play Development Team - Easter 2026

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Milford Haven: Milford Haven Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets are Recruiting Unit Management Team Members

 

Milford Haven Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets - Join Our Team!

Are you looking to make a real difference in your community? We're on the look out for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Unit Management Team (UMT) and help shape the next generation of young people.

What's Involved?

As part of our UMT, you'll support the smooth running of the unit behind the scenes. From Finance to fundraising, safeguarding to strategic planning. We need you! 

Why Join Us?

• To help make a positive impact on young people's lives
• Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
• Use your professional skills in a meaningful way

No prior sea cadet knowledge is required - just enthusiasm, reliability and willingness to make a difference!

Interested?

Drop us an email on: recruitment@milfordhavenscc.org.uk to find out more!

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Cardiff: MOD Civil Service Vacancies in Cardiff, Closing Dates from: Mon 30th March 26

Security Services Group (SSG) - Security Technician Central
Department: Ministry of Defence
Location: Cardiff, Wales, CF14 3YE : Garden City, Wales, CH5 2LS : Temple Herdewyke, West Midlands (England), CV47 2UD
Salary : £31,960
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 30th March 2026
Reference : 450112

Army Vehicle Fitter

Department: Ministry of Defence

Location: Cardiff, CF14 3YE

Salary : £26,390

Closes : 11:55 pm on Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Reference : 454385

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Chepstow: MOD Civil Service Vacancy in Chepstow, Closing Date: Wed 8th April 26

Band 5 Civilian Dental Hygienist
Department: Ministry of Defence
Location: Dental Centre, Beachley Bks, Chepstow, NP16 7YG
Salary : £31,049 to £37,796
Closes : 11:55 pm on Wednesday 8th April 2026
Reference : 438029

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St Athan: Family First Aid Awareness Course - Free for partners/spouses/family members on Wed 15th April at West Camp Community Centre, St Athan

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Protect Your Loved Ones: Free Family First Aid Awareness Course

Gain peace of mind and essential skills with our Family First Aid Awareness session. This friendly, hands-on course is designed to give you the confidence to apply basic life-saving techniques in everyday situations.

Course Details

When: Wednesday, 15th April.
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (2 hours).
Where: MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre, Starling Road.
Cost: Completely FREE—fully funded by The Family Foundation’s latest project.

Who Can Attend?

This session is open to Wives, Spouses or partners of serving personnel, including Reservists. No prior experience is required to join.

How to Register

Spaces are limited, so be sure to sign up early:
Register Online: Visit https://forms.office.com/e/NmsNiFeArt.
QR Code: Scan the code on the flyer to access the registration form.

Need help? Contact The HIVE at 01446 798381 or email RC-Pers-HIVE-WalesHub-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

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