Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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December 11, 2025
Bovington: Free community Christmas event - Friday 12th Dec at Poppies tea rooms
Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support
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
Blandford: Garrison latest movie 'Silent Night, Deadly Night' Mon 15th & Wed 17th Dec
Rated 18
Doors open at 18.30. Film starts at 19.00
Rohan Campbell, Ruby Modine, Mark Acheson ( festive horror/ slasher)
(A child witnesses his parents' murder by a man in a Santa suit. Years later, as an adult, he dons a Santa costume himself and embarks on a violent quest for retribution against those responsible for the traumatic event from his childhood.)
Watch the trailer here. https://cinemas.bfbs.com/films/silent-night-deadly-nightTicket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Food and drink available for purchase at the door.
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)
STRICT POLICY: Children Must Be Accompanied
All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (18 or older) at all times while on the premises.
Our volunteer staff is not responsible for supervising unattended minors.
Unsupervised children will not be permitted entry or allowed to remain in the building. They will be asked to leave, and no refund will be given.
This is a mandatory requirement that our staff must enforce, and we remind everyone this is By Order of the Deputy Garrison Commander.
Grantham: Grantham Link Magazine & Village Link Magazine
December 10, 2025
Stafford: AWS CS The SEN-Sationals Monthly activities supporting military families with SEND - Beg: Sat 10 January

Salisbury Plain: BFBS Salisbury Plain Christmas Competition
BFBS Salisbury Plain are holding a Christmas competition on the Breakfast Show (6.30-10am).
They have some amazing prizes - a family ticket for the Army Flying Museum, tickets for the Panto at the Salisbury Playhouse, passes for Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, Karting Voucher for Thruxton Karting Centre and a Christmas hamper!
It's called Santa Pause, a really easy game based on Christmas music, they will pause the Christmas song, you just have to give the word that comes next in the tune!
It will be playing just after 7.30 each week day this week.
For more information about BFBS Salisbury Plain click HERE
Information provided by South West HIVE HubDecember 9, 2025
Llantwit Major: Llantwit Major School Annual Christmas Fayre - Fri 11th Dec 25
Llantwit Major School - Annual Christmas Fayre!
We’re excited to welcome everyone to our Annual Christmas Fayre on 11th December, 5pm - 8pm.
Come along for a festive evening packed with pupil stage performances, craft stalls, food vendors, and plenty of Christmas cheer.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Lichfield: DMS Whittington BFBS Cinema showings 9-30 December
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Chepstow: Reindeer Trail at Chepstow Castle from Fri 19th Dec to Wed 31st Dec 25
But which reindeer has done its business all over Santa’s boots?
Come and search for clues and find the light-up reindeer hidden in the castle - in this festive poo-dunnit!
Please note that pencils will not be handed out with this activity. Pencils will be available to purchase from the Ticket Office at 95p, or you are welcome to bring your own with you on the day.
You do not need to book tickets for this event but admission prices apply.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
December 8, 2025
Llantwit Major: Children's Sessions at Llantwit Major Library on 11th & 17th Dec 25
Special guest appearance in the library for our toddlers mornings with Christmas songs, stories…and you can guess who
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Thursday 11th of December
10am - no booking required
Clap and Tap
Wednesday 17th of December
10:30am - no booking required
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
St Athan: Learn & Play, every Monday (Term Time) at The Gathering Place, St Athan
The Gathering Place:
As Monday approaches, we’re looking forward to welcoming you to our Babies and Toddlers group, which meets every week during term time from 9 AM.
This dedicated session provides a welcoming environment for parents and caregivers to interact with their little ones while enjoying structured activities that promote early development, social skills, and fun.
We look forward to seeing everyone there and sharing a wonderful morning together in a warm and friendly environment!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Bramcote SEN-sationals - Starting 8 November

Please sign up here ASAP.
https://forms.office.com/e/KMDU2N8m97
Any questions please contact - Stacey.gales100@mod.gov.uk
Information provided: Central HIVE Hub
Ripon: Come and join us for Chess Club every Friday for ages 5-17
Children’s Chess Club at Ripon Library!
Looking for a fun, brain-boosting activity for your children?
Join us at the library every Friday for our Chess Club!
Information provided by North HIVE Hub













