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March 25, 2025

North Wiltshire: Updated Library activities in North Wiltshire

You can find details of locations, opening times, etc. on the Wiltshire Council website.

Details of the various groups in North Wiltshire can be found on the following Facebook pages (examples of groups included below):


Rhyme Time
Brick Creators' Club
Saturday Toddlertime
Healthy Child drop-in's
RAF Association drop-in's

Rhyme Time
Family Hub Navigators
Author Talks
Special seasonal events

Rhyme Time
Monthly Saturday Stories
Healthy Child drop-in's
Family Hub Navigators
Brick Creators' Club

Family Hub Navigators
Storytime
Craft events
Special seasonal events

Family hub Navigators
Rhyme Time
Reading groups
Special seasonal events


Wiltshire Council also run a mobile library service which visits many of the villages in the county, including Colerne, Neston, Hullavington & Stanton St Quintin.

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Bedale: Junior Football Club U11 Girls are recruiting to their squad for the 25/26 season


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Swindon: What's on at Lydiard Park this Spring & Summer?

 

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Follow the Facebook page here or visit the website here for more details and more events!

Information provided by Colerne and Lyneham HIVEs

Leuchars: Welcome to the new Station Padre

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 Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

March 24, 2025

West Midlands: The Recovery College - Armed Forces Community/Veterans Moving Forwards: Building a Brighter Future Course





The Recovery College, Armed Forces Community/Veterans “Moving Forwards : Building a Brighter Future” Course will be running again, starting from Wednesday 28th May 2025.

The course is aimed at all of the Black Country Armed Forces Community, in particular individuals that have previously served or are currently or about to transition into civilian life.

The dates/times are:

Wednesday 28th May - 10am to 1.30pm

Wednesday 4th June – 10am to 1.30pm

Wednesday 11th June – 10am to 1.30pm

Wednesday 18th June – 10am to 1.30pm

Wednesday 25th June – 10am to 1.30pm

Wednesday 30th July – 10am to 1.30pm

The course will be delivered at the Recovery College Sandwell Campus which is at:

Quayside House,

Rounds Green Road,

Oldbury, B69 2RD


There is also an option to join the training digitally via Zoom, if needed.

Please see poster on how to register

Information from: Central HIVE Hub

Llantwit Major: Llantwit Major Run Series - Kids 1k, Adults: 5k & 10k


Llantwit Major 10 and 5k registration is going live at 9am on 1st April

Don’t miss out!
Secure your spot as places are limited

Event details:

Date : Sunday 14th September 2025
Time: registration check in from 9am.
Location: Llantwit Major football club, Llantwit Major

Enjoy a scenic run through our historic town heading out towards the cliff top path to enjoy stunning views of the coast and Bristol Channel. Earn a fantastic medal and optional stunning t shirt upon completion.

Bring the whole family and make it a fun day out. We are hosting a 1km fun run for kids of all ages. Pay on arrival, everyone gets a medal.

Link for registration to follow. Save the dates 1st April at 9am registration and 14th September for the event itself!
For more information view the Facebook Llantwit Major 10k page.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Chepstow: Baby & Toddler Group at Bulwark Community Centre, every Monday


Baby & toddler group in Bulwark Community Centre every Monday morning at 11-12. All welcome, Only £3

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Kinloss: Army Welfare Service (AWS) Weekly Calendar

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Sussex: 1066 Country of Origin

 




Set deep in history, where the Sussex Weald meets the sea, lie the ancient settlements and rich landscapes of 1066 Country. Open skies and broad horizons inspire the imagination.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

March 21, 2025

Wiltshire: Upcoming Family and Community Learning courses - free for Military family members


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Online enrolment form

Click here to find out more information about Wiltshire Council Family and Community Learning and the courses they offer all year round

Information provided by Lyneham and Colerne HIVEs