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July 21, 2025

West Sussex Wakehurst Place Royal Botanic Gardens & Kew

 





Click HERE for further information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub


Alton: Fun Fridays 2025 in Alton Public Gardens in July and August 2.00pm - 3.00pm

 

Free Entertainment For Children

Join us for Fun Fridays, a weekly hour of excitement, laughter and adventure in the beautiful Public Gardens!
Every Friday during the summer holidays children can enjoy something different every week and it’s completely free!

Perfect for children under 8 years but everyone is welcome – just bring your imagination and plenty of energy!

If it rains Fun Fridays will take place in the Assembly Rooms.

An amazing children's magician, Professor Potty is....potty! Cue lots of gasps and heaps of laughter!



Step right up for a show sills and thrills!

scotty will be dazzling the crowd with juggling, balancing acts and hands-on circus fun. Kids can even try some tricks themselves. Join the circus - no ticket required!



Adventure awaits1 Join the Mini Explorers for a nature-inspired session packed with discovery, games, and outdoor play.

A perfect way for little ones to learn and explore the garden's wonders. Let the adventure begin.

Blandford: Garrison baby & toddler group UPDATE

THE CURRENT WATERMELON GROUP WILL CONTINUE TO RUN UNTIL MONDAY 4TH AUGUST 10AM - 12PM IN THE JUBILEE HALL. 
NEW GROUP NAME AND DAY STARTS IN SEPTEMBER. SEE BELOW. 

From September the Watermelon Parent and Toddler Group will be known as Little Buds Baby and Toddler Group. It will be run by Lucy & Faern and will continue to be a relaxed friendly space for little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect.



Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Brecon: Picnic in the Park - Free Event - Sun 27 July 25 at King George V Playing Fields, Brecon


PICNIC IN THE PARK – A FREE Family Day Out!

Theatr B! are excited to present a magical afternoon of FREE creative water themed family fun to celebrate the Brecon Canal’s 225th anniversary. Come and join us for live music, dance and theatre workshops, creative making activities, face painting and performances.

Bring your own picnic or pre-order a tasty Picnic Grab Bag from our cafe (call 01874 611 622 to order)

King George V Playing Fields, Brecon - next to Theatr B!

Sunday 27th July, 12 - 4pm

St Athan: Citizens Advice Drop-In for the military community - last Tuesday of every month at the HIVE, St Athan

 
Citizens Advice Drop In - last Tuesday of the month starting on Tuesday 29th July 25 at the Wales HIVE Hub, 2 Rook Close, St Athan.

No appointment necessary.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Blandford: Welfare/contact house short term use accommodation

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU Welfare team

Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use



To book email David.Oakes747@mod.gov.uk or Adrian.Ingham629@mod.gov.uk
or call 01929 402239 during office hours

For all bookings, a £50 deposit will be required within 7 days of making the booking and the full balance is to be paid 28 days prior to stay. The rate is set at £50 per night for the first three nights, then £25 per night thereafter.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE



Dorset: Dinosaurs in space trail opens for summer from Mon 14th July at The walled garden (nr Bovington)

Summer Garden Trail 2025 - Dinosaurs in SPACE, 14 July | Event in Alfreton | AllEvents

The space-faring dinos are back!

Dinosaurs will be hidden all around the gardens waiting to be found by your little explorers! Using their maps, they can find each one, learn amazing facts.

Find all the planets hidden in the trees and claim your prize at the end.

Directions: The Walled Garden, Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8RH

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

July 18, 2025

Dorset: Local childcare and family services

 

Image: Dorset county council 

Do you need information on child-minders and childcare facilities in your area or have a child with SEND and need support or information? Click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

West Midlands: Bulls in the City: free art trail brings colour and creativity to Birmingham



Bulls in the City is a free outdoor walking trail in Birmingham, Harborne and Boldmere.

There are a herd of 40 large and 88 mini bull sculptures scattered across the city for trail-goers to uncover one by one. Download the Bulls in the City art trail app to find them all.

Each sculpture bears the creative imprint of a local artist and has been sponsored by a local business. All proceeds are going to Birmingham Hospice.
Download the Bulls


Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub