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July 22, 2025

Blandford: Free entertainment event with jamie jigsaw Fri 8th Aug


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Fun for all the family starting 10am at Woodhouse Gardens, Blandford Forum DT11 7DN

10-11am – A circus workshop starts the entertainment where both children and adults can have ago at juggling, plate spinning, diabolo, ribbon twirling and more.

11.30am – 12pm – It’s time for the 30minute Jamie Jigsaw magic and juggling show. packed with funny magic, hilarious juggling, lots of silliness and audience participation.

12.15pm -1pm – Balloon modelling. The children can each take home a balloon including balloon dogs, swords, laser guns, ladybirds, flowers and teddy bears, almost anything they can imagine.

Refreshments will be available in the pavilion.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Arts & crafts showcase (Wareham) Fri 1st - Tues 5th Aug

Click on poster above to enlarge. 

More details HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison BFBS Cinema July showings



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To find out more about the upcoming movies or to watch trailers click link HERE
It is advisable to check the link for any changes to timings or cancellations prior turning up. 

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access) Contact Bovington HIVE 01929 403185 or email RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk to find out how to request entry onto Blandford Camp. 





Information provided by Bovington HIVE.

Blandford: Garrison youth clubs






Senior youth club has finished for the summer

Held in the Jubilee Hall, Blandford Camp (by Garrison Church) 

Seniors:  Tuesdays evenings

1800 – 1930 hrs

For Year 7 and above

Session: Free play – Air hockey, pool, games consoles, crafts

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Below sessions are temporarily cancelled until further notice.  

Juniors:  Monday 16:00 until 17:00 (reception to year 3) £1.50 

Inters:  Mondays 17:30 until 19:00 (year 4 to year 6) £1 plus £1 for tuck shop.

Please keep a look out for future notices for youth clubs starting back up in Sept 25.


Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 


Blandford: Garrison FREE summer activities week starting Mon 28th July. Now open to Bovington Garrison families



Bovington & Lulworth (Garrison families) are welcome to attend the below sessions
Please contact Julie.Osmond100@mod.gov.uk regarding booking and access onto Blandford camp. Deposit is not required. 

Rugby Tots
  • Monday 28th 0900 -1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 7 - 10yrs
  • Tuesday 29th 0900 - 1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 11+yrs
For information about Rugby Tots click link HERE

Yoga & Wellbeing
  • Wednesday 30th 
  • 1000 - 1100 Jubilee Hall - Under 10's
  • 1100 - 1200 Jubilee Hall - Over 10's
Made By Me Craft  
  • Thursday 31st 0900 - 1030 Jubilee Hall 7 - 10yrs
  • Thursday 31st 1030 - 1200 Jubilee Hall 11+
For information about the craft theme session click HERE 

To complete booking form for all of above click HERE or pop into the Williams Building for a paper copy. 

Friday 1st August BAD GUYS 2 - PG Trailer: THE BAD GUYS 2 | BFBS Cinemas

Doors open 1030hrs, Film commences 1100hrs prompt.
Tickets are £5 per child, this includes entry, a cone of popcorn, and a cold soft drink. Accompanying adults Free of Charge.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Williams Building or will be available on the day.
All activity deposits and Matinee costs are CASH ONLY.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU welfare team.

Chepstow: Sunrise Social - Summer Activities at The Drill Hall

Sunrise Social starts this week!

Head to The Drill Hall for a fun, free morning for the whole family! This week's line-up includes:

  • Bouncy castle
  • No-bake snacky makes
  • Herbs & houseplants
  • Building challenge
…plus more activities to keep everyone entertained!

Free breakfast for under 18s
Adults can enjoy tea, coffee & pastries (available to purchase)
All families welcome – come and start your day the fun way!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Catterick: Care for a Cuppa with Mind and Carers Plus


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

RAF Job Opportunities for Rejoiners and Inter-Service Transferees

RAF Recruitment | Rejoiners | Royal Air Force

Military Mortgage Advice – Housing Webinars, July to Sept 25

Webinars | Military Mortgage Advice

Stafford: Beaconside SFA estate walk round by Stafford Borough Council and Veolia Wednesday 30th July

 

Information received from Stafford Borough Council, it has been arranged with Veolia to have an estate walk round on 30th July (blue bin collection day) to check and replace bin stickers where possible and assess how many blue bags are being used for paper and cardboard.

It was hoped to have done it sooner but due to holiday/work commitments on both sides this is the first collection day when they are all available! Becky from SBC will update Dawn in the HIVE after the visit to discuss if any other communications are needed. 

This is just to make the occupants of the SFA on the estates aware of the walk round in case you wonder what Becky (SBC) and Veolia are doing.

If you need any further information on this please pop into the HIVE, phone or email me.

Dawn HISO Stafford.

Information provided by Stafford HIVE