Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Covenant Fund programme, Hidden Voices, reopens for applications

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has reopened the Hidden Voices programme for applications. This is the second year of this popular programme with funded projects last year supporting:

- veterans in the justice system in

- LGBT+ veterans

- victim-survivors of Military Sexual Violence

- carers in armed forces communities

- foreign & commonwealth personnel

- And more…!

The Hidden Voices programme is about ensuring everyone in the armed forces community feels heard and supported – focusing on those who may not always get the support they need.

Prevention and early-intervention mental health support

This is a mental health and wellbeing programme, specifically for those who have been underserved or who have faced barriers to support when accessing services. These groups are ‘seldom heard’ and may be less represented in mainstream services.

As well as helping people get the support they need, the Trust is looking for projects that will help organisations to learn and share how to better support these groups within the community.

Your project will need to meet both of the following outcomes:

Edinburgh: Little Troopers at Build-A-Bear for children of deployed parents

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.

📅 Event Details: Edinburgh
Date: 13th August 2025
Time: Approximately 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group: Military children aged 4–10 years, each accompanied by one adult

Northern Ireland: Summer Sunday Music at Antrim castle Gardens, Sixmile water Park and Jordanstown Loughshore Park

 

This summer for the Summer Sunday Music series at Antrim Castle Gardens, Sixmilewater Park, and Jordanstown Loughshore Park.

From 10 August to 7 September, every Sunday from 2pm-4pm, enjoy a variety of music genres, including Jazz, Blues, and more.

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬
3 Aug: Sir George White Memorial Flute Band
10 Aug: Stuart Ruddock
17 Aug: Copper Blue
24 Aug: Blues Taxi
31 Aug: Michelle Baird
7 Sept: Double Trouble

𝐉𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐋𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤
10 Aug: Stephen Butler
17 Aug: CWA Brass Band
24 Aug: The Rogues
31 Aug: Conor Taggart
7 Sept: Johnston Star Flute Band

𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤
10 Aug: Star of Knockagh Accordion Band
17 Aug: First Larne Old Boys
24 Aug: Ballyclare Victoria Flute Band
31 Aug: Ballyduff Silver Bando 7 Sept: Kellswater Flute Band

More info https://antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/.../connections-(1)/

#ANBorough #SummerSundayMusic #Antrim #Newtownabbey #SummerMusic #LocalMusicians #LiveMusic #LocalBands #LocalMusic

Information provided by HIVE NI

Leuchars: Increased Flying 4th - 8th August at Leuchars Station

There will be an increase in day time flying at Leuchars Station week commencing 04 - 08 Aug 25 and night time flying, week commencing 25 - 29 Aug 25 (1730 – 0030L). 

Any enquiries/complaints should be directed to: SWK-lowflying@mod.gov.uk or by phone to 01780 417 558 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm (excluding bank holidays).

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars: Message from the Station regarding increase in small fires

There has been an increase in small fires being deliberately lit in the nature trail and surrounding woodland areas over the past few weeks. This is not only incredibly dangerous to those starting the fires and individuals’/families in the surrounding area but with Fife Fire and Rescue (FFR) vehicles being dispatched to deal with these deliberate acts, this essential emergency service is being misused which can cause catastrophic consequences for others who may genuinely require the service. 

Can everyone please remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to Police Scotland or continue to report a fire to FFR?

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema showings 'The Fantastic Four' 'Bad Guys 2' & 'Naked Gun'

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)

To watch the trailer click HERE

 

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Dorset Food & arts festival market - Dorchester Sat 2nd Aug

Credit: Dorsetfoodanddrink.org

The Dorset Food and Arts Festival is back on the menu, and ready to champion the best of Dorset and showcase a great line up of local food, drink, art, craft, and community talent.

Join us on Saturday 2 August from 10 – 4 on the Great Field in Poundbury, as we bring together a FREE mini ‘pop-up’ festival market!
It’s the perfect opportunity to shop for a wide selection of delicious products and artisan crafts.

Grab a bite to eat and enjoy a tipple as you shop with local stallholders, producers, and makers – offering tasty food and drink, handmade gifts, art, and beautiful crafts.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

West Midlands: full-time post of Communications Manager, West Midland RFCA based in Harborne, Birmingham

This Crown Service (Civil Service Grade HEO/Grade C2 equivalent) post becomes vacant in July 2025 with some flexibility for the right candidate.

Applicants should forward a covering letter together with a CV, each of no more than two pages, demonstrating how they meet the essential requirements of this role and why they consider themselves suitable, indicating their interest and motivation, and current notice period/availability.

Applications should be sent to the Head of Support Services at: wm-info@rfca.mod.uk by midday on midday on Monday 28th July 2025 with the subject title ‘Comms Manager”

Vacancy Notice & Job Description

Interviews will take place on Monday 4th August 2025.

 Information provided: Central HIVE Hub

Blandford: Festival of archaeology Thurs 31st July - Sat 2nd Aug

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Dig for historical remains in our sandbox, learn about artefacts through time, try your hand at making Dorset buttons or Roman mosaics, and more.

Blandford Town Museum, Beres Yard, Blandford Forum, DT11 7HQ

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Fleetwood: Affinity Summer of Fun 19th July - 31st August

• Monday 21st to Friday 25th July – Mini Links Crazy Golf
• Saturday 26th July – Minecraft Day with the Piñata Cod Club
• Tuesday 29th to Thursday 31st July – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
• Saturday 2nd August – Spiderman meet & greet with face painting
• Tuesday 5th – Thursday 7th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
• Saturday 9th August – Meet the Flowerpot People with face painting
• Monday 11th to Friday 15th August – Mini Links Crazy Golf
• Saturday 16th August – Gorilla Encounters with face painting
• Tuesday 19th to Thursday 21st August – Billy Sparks Entertainment Shows
• Saturday 23rd August – The Bubble Fairy with Glitter Tattoos
• Sunday 24th August – Wicked Cupcake Workshop with Party Games and Magic
• Monday 25th August – WICKED Galinda & Elphaba meet & greet with face painting
• Tuesday 26th to Thursday 28th August – Seaside Shows & Mini Bus Rides
• Saturday 30th August – Dino Day with the Little Cod Club
• Saturday 19th July to Sunday 31st August – Captain Cod’s Enchanted Adventure Trail

For more Information: www.visitfyldecoast

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE