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July 22, 2025

Stafford: AWS Community Support CANCELLED Aug and Sept sessions Sen - Sationals monthly activity supporting military families with SEND back on Saturday 11th October 2025


Monthly activities for Military families, suitable for children with  Special Educational Needs (SEND)

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

July 21, 2025

Fonmon: Fonmon Castle offer on children's tickets during the summer holidays


Summer offer at Fonmon Castle Children's tickets are just £1 with every paying adult, weekdays only, pre booking only. Lots to do including:
  • Jurassic Wales 
  • Medieval Grange 
  • Archery & Axe Throwing** 
  • Welsh Folklore Story Trail 
  • Footgolf & Disc Golf** 
  • Play Areas & Sandpits 
  • Dino Dome 
  • Woodland Walks 
  • Castle, Gardens & Lost Victorian Gardens 
  • Archaeology Walk 
...and so much more!

Under 3s go FREE!
Dog-friendly too (short leads only)!
Plus – there's a different event EVERY WEEKEND!

Click here for more information.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Catterick: AWS Summer Programme

 





Please use this Link to book sessions and more Information on AWS Activities

Catterick: General Service Assistant Vacancy Gaza Bks, closing date 28th July


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Beaulieu Set Sail This Summer

 


Click HERE for more information

Catterick: Head Steward Vacancy Gaza Bks closing date 23rd July


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Newcastle: Little Troopers Build a Bear Workshop is back 13th August


Registration of interest~ All Together Build-A-Bear Workshops - 13th August 2025

EXCITING NEWS – Little Troopers x Build-A-Bear Workshop is BACK!

We’re thrilled to announce that Little Troopers has once again partnered with Build-A-Bear Workshop to bring a very special experience to military children across the UK this summer!

🧸 Is your little trooper missing a deployed parent?
If your child has a parent currently deployed, you can apply to attend one of our exclusive group workshops happening nationwide. Each child will have the magical opportunity to create their very own ‘Little Troopers’ bear at Build-A-Bear — a treasured keepsake to hold close while their parent is away.

💛 A Nationwide Shared Moment
On the same day and at the same time, children in multiple Build-A-Bear locations will come together for this special summer event — a moment of connection and comfort for our military families

Click HERE to register, you have until Sunday 27th July

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

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