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August 4, 2025

Blandford: Garrison paediatric first aid course starts Tues 30th Sep

 



To sign up click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

West Midlands: AWS CS Donnington - Healthier Eating & Silent Disco - 13 August - Turreff Hall, Donnington



There has been a change for venue for the healthier eating and silent discot, we are hoping that you can all still come and join us.  This is open to all of your family.

If you would to come, could you please scan the QR code.

For further information email: Sian.makin105@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison pregnancy, maternity & new parent network session - Tues 12th Aug


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A new initiative to connect expectant parents with experienced parents, offering midwife and health visitor check-ins, plus educational talks on topics like breastfeeding and first aid. 

Location: Welfare conference room, Williams Building. 
Time: 1000 - 1100hrs

“Thank you to everyone who attended the first introductory session on 29th July - it was fantastic to see such great support! If you couldn't make it this time, don't worry, you're very welcome to join us for the next session, taking place on Tuesday 12th August.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, share experiences, and gain valuable insights as part of this supportive community. We warmly encourage more dads to come along and get involved.”

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Growing together (under 1s) new sessions start Tues 16th Sep. Sign up now.

 

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Location: Bovington Children's Centre (Holt Road by Bovington Academy School)

When: Tuesdays 1030 - 11:30

Dates:  16th 23rd & 30th Sept - 7th 14th & 21st Oct

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema Aug 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




Richmond: Summer Highlights of Festivals and Events


Some cracking community events coming up this August, from Yorkshire Puddings on Yorkshire Day to Beer at Bank Holiday, wonderful village events and the historic Boundary Riding.

More info on everything here: https://www.richmondyorkshire.co.uk/festivals


Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Richmond: Spaces still available for Little Loco's Big Day at the Library 18th Aug



Local author and archaeologist Caroline Hardie is coming to our libraries this summer!
At these free events, she will read from her picture book Little Loco’s Big Day, a story about a very important day – the start of our modern railway 200 hundred years ago.

Hear the uplifting tale of the first locomotive, now known as Locomotion No.1, which ran nearby on the Stockton & Darlington Railway.

Perfect for families, places are FREE. Please contact the library directly to book.

Please note: We are now FULL at Catterick, but we have spaces at Richmond's session on the 18th

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Stafford: AWS Community Support Family Fun 12th and 14th August 2025 MOD Stafford Community Centre Maresfield Drive


Information provided by Stafford HIVE

 

North Yorkshire: Little White Bus Trips Programme 2025


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Ripon: Free Family Craft Sessions Today 4th Aug and 14th Aug


Calling parents, carers and grandparents – come along tomorrow and have fun with Adult Learning – who are offering family summer craft activities for you to enjoy with your children.

All resources will be provided – all they ask is that you enrol online: Course List | ontrack: Learner Hub (northyorks.gov.uk) if you have any issues with enrolment then please call Adult Learning on: 01609 536 066 or drop them an email: AdultLearningService@northyorks.gov.uk

All children must be accompanied by an adult as this is an Adult Learning funded course.

 The Adult Learning team look forward to welcoming you to one of these events in your local Library and they will be on hand to let you know what courses are coming up in your area and offer information and advice

Information provided by North HIVE Hub