Please click the links below for a selection of local upcoming events and bookmark this page for any future updates! (Updated events may be added weekly and will show in bold text to indicate they are new)
Please note that the formatting of these lists has changed, and events are now listed by area where possible (unless in date order)
Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians. 
This is best viewed through a personal device because the MODnet firewall may prevent access to some links.
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October 30, 2025
Wiltshire: What's on in November across North Wiltshire & Swindon
Grantham: Local details of Remembrance Sunday Events
Grantham Crematorium 5th November 1100hrs 
A Quiet Remembrance - a Service for Grantham Civilians Lost in the War
We will gather at the Civilian War Memorial in Grantham Cemetery to pay our respects, share in remembrance, and ensure their names and stories are never forgotten.
All are welcome to attend and join us in this act of remembrance.
Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service (Sunday, November 9, 2025) Parade: 
The annual parade is expected to assemble and march from St Peter's Hill, passing through the town centre via High Street and Vine Street on its way to St Wulfram's Church.
Service: A service is held at St Wulfram's Church, which includes the two-minute silence and an act of remembrance at the war memorial.
Armistice Day (Tuesday, November 11, 2025) A two-minute silence is observed in the town centre at 11 a.m. on Armistice Day.
For the most up-to-date information, residents can check with the Grantham Royal British Legion or South Kesteven District Council closer to the date.
Service: A service is held at St Wulfram's Church, which includes the two-minute silence and an act of remembrance at the war memorial.
Armistice Day (Tuesday, November 11, 2025) A two-minute silence is observed in the town centre at 11 a.m. on Armistice Day.
For the most up-to-date information, residents can check with the Grantham Royal British Legion or South Kesteven District Council closer to the date.
Check out all the activities and Remembrance celebrations at International Bomber Command Centre here:
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
Richmond: Remembrance Sunday 9th Nov
Remembrance Sunday - Sunday 9th November 2025The Remembrance Service will be held at St Mary's Parish Church at 10.00am followed by wreath laying in Friary Gardens at 11.00am and then parade back into the Market Place.
Please Note:- Rolling Road Closure will be in operation around Victoria Road, Queens Road, King Street & Market Place between 10.40am - 12.30pm (approximately).
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Chepstow: Welsh Blood Service at The Drill Hall, Chepstow on 3rd Nov 25
Chepstow Drill Hall:
Thank you, Chepstow!
What an incredible result from the recent blood donation clinic at The Drill Hall! 79 donations, including 3 first-time donors, and an amazing 237 lives saved thanks to our generous community!
But we’re not stopping there… our next donation session is on November 3rd, and 84 appointments remain. These slots fill up fast, so don’t wait! Book your spot and keep the lifesaving momentum going!
Book your appointment here:
https://wbs.wales/DrillHallChepstow
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Thank you, Chepstow!
What an incredible result from the recent blood donation clinic at The Drill Hall! 79 donations, including 3 first-time donors, and an amazing 237 lives saved thanks to our generous community!
But we’re not stopping there… our next donation session is on November 3rd, and 84 appointments remain. These slots fill up fast, so don’t wait! Book your spot and keep the lifesaving momentum going!
Book your appointment here:
https://wbs.wales/DrillHallChepstow
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Sandhurst - Content Planning Club Accountability & Advice
Are you a military spouse/partner that creates content?
We host a virtual session to connect us all on the first Thursday of the month, 10:30am-12pm, totally free. In fact, we are holding a session next Thursday 06.11.2025. Why not come and join us?
Content may be something that’s all too easy to slip off your to do list, time and time again, but we hope these sessions provide the accountability you may feel you need to make sure you’re actually creating it once in a while.
Content can range from social media content, to emails, to blog posts, magazine articles or just about anything else!
The bonus? Throughout the session you’re able to ask for feedback and advice in the Zoom chat, so no more analysis paralysis or being stuck for ideas as you can ask in there.
We’d love to see you there
We also have our physical SANDHURST MCN HUB where you can book a desk to help you get into the zone without the distractions from home. Please reach out if you would like to book a trial session.
https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Dorset: Bovington & Blandford coworking hubs - virtual content planning session Thur 6th Nov
Are you a military spouse/partner that creates content?
As well as our physical BLANDFORD MCN HUB (why not reach out and book a trial?) where you can book a desk to help you get into the zone without the distractions from home, we also run a VIRTUAL CONTENT PLANNING session to connect us. First Thursday of the month, totally free. In fact, we are holding a session next Thursday 06.11.2025 from 10:30am-12pm
Content may be something that’s all too easy to slip off your to do list, time and time again, but we hope these sessions provide the accountability you may feel you need to make sure you’re actually creating it once in a while.
Content can range from social media content, to emails, to blog posts, magazine articles or just about anything else!
The bonus? Throughout the session you’re able to ask for feedback and advice in the Zoom chat, so no more analysis paralysis or being stuck for ideas as you can ask in there.
We’d love to see you there
https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events
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
October 29, 2025
Shropshire: Live Well Community Hub Donnington - 1st Friday of every month

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Oxfordshire: Museums and Heritage
You’ll never be short of cultural things to do in Southern Oxfordshire thanks to its diverse array of captivating museums, listed buildings and heritage attractions. In Wantage, the Vale & Downland Museum offers a window into the cultural heritage of the Vale of White Horse region, complemented by a charming café with a terrace and garden. A visit to the Abingdon County Hall Museum immerses you in the vibrant history of Abingdon through dynamic exhibitions and community-driven initiatives.
Click HERE for more information
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Medway: Lego Clubs at Medway Libraries
If you like building brick creations, no matter how old you are, come along to our free weekly drop-in sessions with the world’s favourite blocks - build, play and have fun!
Suitable for children aged 4 and over (under 8s must be accompanied by an adult).
Check days and times of  Lego Clubs HERE
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Leuchars: Bonfire Night Tues 4th Nov 1800hrs
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Tuesday - 4th November, Earlshall Road, Leuchars 1830hrs - Guy Fawkes Competition and bonfire to be lit. 1915hrs - Fireworks display starts.
For further information contact Ashley,carroll967@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Blandford: Garrison cinema latest movies 'Anjila' Sat 8th Nov
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)
Rated 12A - Food and drink available to purchase at the door.
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