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April 9, 2025
Brecon: May Half Term Workshop - Joseph & the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat - Booking now open
When: 27th–29th May (Half-Term)
Groups & Times:
Minis (ages 4–6): 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Main (ages 6–16): 10 AM – 4 PM
What to Expect: Three days of singing, dancing, and drama in a vibrant, friendly atmosphere. Students will bring songs and scenes from Joseph’s colourful story to life. We can’t wait to see their creativity shine in full Technicolour!
Don’t miss out – spaces are limited, so book early to secure your child’s spot. Early booking is highly encouraged!
To book or find out more:
Email: theatreworkshopcymru@outlook.com
Message us on Facebook or Instagram
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Cardiff: Quiet Hours Sessions at Buzz Parks, Cardiff & Easter Themed Sessions - Fri 18 & Fri 25 Apr 25
'Quiet Hour' sessions are specifically designed to be as sensory friendly as possible | Mae sesiynau 'Awr Tawel' wedi'u cynllunio'n benodol i fod mor synhwyraidd gyfeillgar â phosibl
- No flashing lights | Dim goleuadau sy'n fflachio
- No music | Dim cerddoriaeth
- Reduced capacity | Llai o gapasiti
An Easter themed session on Friday 18th April | Sesiwn ar thema'r Pasg ar ddydd Gwener 18 Ebrill.
A regular morning Quiet Hour on Friday 25th April | Awr Dawel bore arferol ar ddydd Gwener 25ain Ebrill
www.buzzparks.co.uk/cardiff
02920 099899
cardiff@buzzparks.co.uk
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE - Free advice & support
Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Hartlepool: VE Day 80th Anniversary Concert with the British Army Band (Catterick)
Join the British Army Band Catterick for a poignant FREE concert to celebrate and commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
With a varied musical programme, the concert will bring the community together within the fantastic surroundings of St Joseph's Church, Hartlepool.
Whilst tickets are free, there will be a retiring collection in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund, the national charity of the British Army. Donations would be greatly appreciated, and can be made in cash or by card. If you are a UK Taxpayer, the option to Gift Aid your donation will also be available.
Please bring your ticket with you, either printed, or available on your mobile device
Book at this link www.eventbrite.co.uk
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Barry: Barry Town United Family Fun Day at Jenner Park, Barry on Sat 19 Apr
This exciting event takes place alongside our match against Briton Ferry, making it the perfect day out for families and supporters alike
Mae'r digwyddiad cyffrous hwn yn cael ei gynnal ochr yn ochr â'n gêm yn erbyn Briton Ferry, gan ei wneud yn ddiwrnod allan perffaith i deuluoedd a chefnogwyr fel ei gilydd.
Jenner Park Stadium | Stadiwm Parc Jenner
Family Fun Starts: 11:30am | Hwyl i'r Teulu yn dechrau: 11:30am
Kick-off: 12:45pm | Cic gyntaf: 12:45pm
Gates Close: 4:45pm | Gatiau'n cau: 4:45pm
Book your tickets here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Cardiff & the Vale of Glamorgan: Free eight week Get Cooking Course across Cardiff & the Vale
Get cooking, a free 8-week course | Get cooking, cwrs 8 wythnos am ddim
Sessions are run once a week for two hours each and groups are starting soon in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Mae sesiynau'n cael eu cynnal unwaith yr wythnos am ddwy awr yr un ac mae grwpiau'n dechrau yn fuan ym Mro Morgannwg.
Click here if you would like to refer yourself to Get Cooking
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
St Donats: St Donats Castle Summer Fayre - Sun 08 June 25
St Donats Castle Summer Fayre | Ffair Haf Castell Sain Dunwyd
When: Sunday 8 June 2025 | Pryd: Dydd Sul 8 Mehefin 2025
Time: 10am - 6pm | Amser: 10am - 6pm
Where: St Donat's Castle, Llantwit Major CF61 1WF |Ble: Castell Sain Dunwyd, Llanilltud Fawr CF61 1WF
Entry Fee: £13 per car / £3pp on foot | Ffi Mynediad: £13 y car / £3 y pen ar droed.
Book tickets here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Chepstow: The Blue Wig Gig at the Riverside Bandstand, Chepstow on Sun 27 Apr
'BLUE WIG GIG ' - SUNDAY APRIL 27th- 12 noon - 7PM
Just over 2 weeks to go until the annual 'GIG WIG ' event comes to RIVERSIDE BANDSTAND - CHEPSTOW !!
Always a fantastic event - fun for all the family: bouncy castle, games, tombola, food, bar, balloon lotto, prizes, plus all day live music from some fabulous local bands.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison cinema showing of 'Novocaine' movie Mon 14th & Wed 16th April
Watch trailer NOVOCAINE | BFBS Cinemas.
For this month’s showings: Forum Blandford | BFBS Cinemas
Ticket Prices:
Adult (15+) £4
Child (3-14 years) £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Family (2 adults + children or 1 adult + 3 children) £11
We no longer have the facility to accept cash payments.
The cinema is cashless, all forms of contactless payments accepted.
For purchase from the cinema counter
Hot Dogs: £1.50
Popcorn: £1.50 small, £2.50 medium, £4.00 large
Cold Drinks: £1 - £1.50
Hot Drinks: £2
Various Chocolates and Haribo: £1.25 - £1.35
Pringles: £1.25
Candy Floss: £1.25
Kids Deal: £1.50 includes choice of fruit shoot, popcorn cone and small bag Haribo.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Northern Ireland: Army Multicultural Day & Commonwealth Day Event Celebrations recently took place
Click the link here for a quick snippet of the event. provided by BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service)
Scotland: Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland, Scotland’s Salute Tuesday 6th May 2025
Scotland’s Salute - A Tribute to VE-Day 80th Anniversary Concert, organised by Legion Scotland and Poppyscotland.
Ticket can be purchased directly from the Usher Hall Website on https://www.usherhall.co.uk/.../scotlands-salute-tribute...
Catterick: VE Day Street Party 5th May
For VE Day 80, we will honor those who served by bringing people together, just as they did in 1945
Catterick: Neurodiverse Community celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day with The Great British Food VEstival on 5th May
Afternoon tea will be served!
The bridge, shute Road DL9 4AF
Come along and enjoy a home cooked afternoon tea.
To book and have any Allergies - please notify the team on info@neurodiverse-community.co.uk
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Dunfermline: Scottish Championship Bike and Car Racing Armed Forces, NHS and Blue Light appreciation weekends ***FREE EVENTS*** BIKE RACING THIS WEEKEND 12/13th April
Kindly hosted by Knockhill Racing Circuit.
Two days of free entry to all serving/veterans of the Armed Forces, Blue Light and NHS workers.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
East Fife: Mobile Library Timetable for 7th April - 4th July 2025
April 8, 2025
Dalkieth: ABF scotland and Lothians Veterans Centre Charity Quiz and Curry night Thurs 17th April
Join the Army Benevolent Fund and Lothian Veterans Centre at the Bombay Lounge, Dalkeith for a curry and charity quiz night. On Thursday 17th April 2025 come along and enjoy a delicious curry, some quizzing and lots of fun with family and friends.
The Bombay Lounge, Scotland’s multi award winning Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant in Dalkeith has kindly offered to host us for the evening. The quiz will be set up in teams of 4.
After the quiz you will have the opportunity to take part in our prize draw and auction. This promises to be an evening of fun with friends and family to raise funds and awareness for the Army Benevolent Fund and Lothian Veterans Centre.