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January 8, 2025

Bovington: Tank Museum South West model show Sat 8th & Sun 9th Feb 2025

Credit: TankMuseum

A huge collection of model tanks, plus planes, ships and trains – all types and sizes will be available to see, make and purchase.

Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets (online discount) 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Monkey world - January 50% entry discount for local residents

 

Credit: Monkeyworld. 

Monkey World is starting the New Year off with a promotion for all locals. From the 2nd to 31st, anyone with a BH, DT or SP postcode will benefit from 50% off the entry price to Monkey World.

To take advantage of this offer, simply book online or buy direct from the gate. Proof of address will be required on entry.
Remember, you save 10% by booking online! Offer valid from 2nd-31st January ONLY.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?


Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.

Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.

Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Moray: Neurodivergent Families Online Bingo session, Tuesday 14th January 2025

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Connecting our Neurodivergent Families - Online Bingo session, Tuesday 14th January 2025, 7:00pm -8:00pm

Bingo is a fun and engaging way to bring families together. This session encourages everyone to learn more about local supports and services for neurodivergent families while having a great time.

Families can share their experiences, celebrate differences and support one another through this online activity. As well as connect with others who have similar experiences. It’s all about building community and fostering friendships among Neurodivergent individuals and families.

This event is open to Neurodiverse families only and is run by ICON (Informing and Connecting Our Neurodivergent Families In Moray) , for more information about this group please click here where you can scroll down an review the information about ICON.

Booking Essential: https://buytickets.at/moraywellbeinghub/1485030

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Annes: Fylde Ice Festival - Free Event on 15 February 2025

The free Fylde Ice Festival is returning for 2025!

After two hugely successful events in Lytham in 2023 and in Kirkham in 2024, this free daylong festival will return to Fylde on Saturday 15 February 2025, taking place in the centre of St Annes.

Come marvel at breathtaking pre-carved sculptures, try out your own sculpting skills on the ice carving wall, and watch a live ice-carving demonstration


Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Forres: Family Social Club FREE activities and digital support for families, Mon 20th Jan/3rd & 17th Feb

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Family Social Club - organised by Forres Area Community Trust in Forres Town Hall
NO BOOKING required
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Meet other families and enjoy FREE activities and snacks 


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leconfield: DST Welfare Contact House

Information provided by Leconfield HIVE

 

Leconfield: Community Lift

 Information provided by Leconfield HIVE

Moray: Citizens Advice Bureau opening hours

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Edinburgh: Full-time Housing Assistant vacancy with Scottish Veterans Residences, closing date 25th Jan

Here's your chance to join our friendly and professional team at Whitefoord House and play a key role in providing housing support to Veterans who are homeless or are experiencing homelessness.

The job is 37.5 hours per week, the salary is £27,071, and the closing date for applications is 25 January.

For more info and to apply, please visit: https://www.svronline.org/about-work/

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE