Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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July 22, 2025
July 21, 2025
Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use
To book email David.Oakes747@mod.gov.uk or Adrian.Ingham629@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
July 18, 2025
Dorset: Local childcare and family services
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Hereford: The Baton Of Hope UK
On 2nd October 2025, the Baton of Hope will arrive in our county.
The Baton of Hope is the UK's largest suicide prevention initiative and is part of a growing movement working towards a zero-suicide society.
You can read more about the vision and mission on the Baton of Hope website.
In 2025 the Baton of Hope will tour the UK, with the aim of opening up a national conversation about suicide, to reduce stigma and to create unity with the suicide prevention community.
On 2nd October 2025 the Baton of Hope will come to Herefordshire. There are plenty of ways to get involved, from supporting on the day, to creating and coordinating events in your local community, to becoming better informed about suicide prevention.
For more information and resources, visit: https://orlo.uk/VPRo1
Chepstow: The Drill Hall Needs You! Volunteer Opportunities Available
The Drill Hall Needs You!
Do you love live music, theatre, or community events? Our much-loved venue runs with the help of our amazing volunteers, and we’d love more people to join the team!
Whether you can spare an hour a week or just help for the occasional event, every bit of support keeps The Drill Hall open and affordable for all.
Flexible roles – from front of house and refreshments to tech and event support
Volunteer perk – enjoy events for free while helping make them happen
Meet new people, build skills, and be part of something special in Chepstow
Interested? Get in touch: volunteers@chepstowtc.gov.uk
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Stafford: Weston Road Academy news
News, events and job vacancies that we have at Weston Road Academy. Information is available via our website about the activities that take place in school together with the school calendar. www.westonroad.staffs.sch.uk/
We have some vacancies here at school that may be of interest and would be grateful if you could share these with the community.
www.westonroad.staffs.sch.uk/vacancies-09112021114146/ this page is updated with all live vacancies as and when they are published.
July 17, 2025
Farnham: Wetland waders and flamboyant flamingos at Birdworld
Immerse yourself in serenity at Wetland WaWetders, where you can observe a stunning variety of bird species using their unique beaks to feed from shallow and deep waters, while others soar and swoop gracefully all around you, creating a truly immersive experience.
Then, follow the footprints to Flamboyant Flamingos and step into a world of vibrant pink! Explore the fascinating Pink Room to uncover fun flamingo facts and discover how these iconic birds get their rosy hue. Walk through to see the flamingos in their natural environment, and challenge your balance by trying to stand on one leg, just like a flamingo, and then enjoy our enchanting pink garden as you take in the breathtaking view of the flamingos in their natural splendor.
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
July 16, 2025
Assigned overseas? Have your say on Service family life
Survey link in text below:
If you and your partner are assigned overseas, Defence wants to hear from you on what Service family life is like. Share anonymous feedback in the Overseas Families Survey.
Tell Defence what information and support has helped you and your family while serving overseas, and what could be better. Here are some areas you’ll be asked about in the survey:
- spousal / partner employment
- education and childcare
- communications
- safeguarding
How to complete the survey
You can complete the survey online. You and your partner can share your views individually using same survey link. The survey is open to all Regular and Reserve Service personnel and their spouses / civil partners. Please be assured that survey responses are anonymous.
You have until Saturday 30 August to make your voice heard.




