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August 14, 2025

Alton: Ramblers Wellbeing Walks

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Hereford: Free 5 week Learn to Nordic Walk Course



Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that's easy on the joints and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It's based on using specially designed walking poles in a way that harnesses the power of the upper body to propel you forward as you walk.

Following our popular courses over the last few years, we are again offering free, five-week Nordic walking courses for beginners in Hereford.

The training is delivered by our qualified Nordic Walking UK qualified instructor, Alison Gaster.1 hour sessions
Specialist poles will be provided
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Dress prepared for the weather with sturdy footwear or trainers

b Alison Gaster, Nordic Walking UK Accredited Instructor
Free five-week 'Learn to Nordic Walk' courses in Hereford

To book your place on the free courses please follow the links below, which allow you to book online via the Herefordshire Nordic Walking website.

You can also contact Alison Gaster to book a place or if you have any questions about the courses - call 07837 743087 or email alison.gaster@btinternet.com
Aylestone ParkSession dates - Wednesdays from 3 September to 1 October
1.00pm - 2.00pm
Booking is essential

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Woodstock: Glide into Christmas at the Great Skate

 


Make magical memories at Blenheim Palace’s Great Skate, back with even more festive enchantment in 2025!

Gather your loved ones, lace up your skates, and slide into the Christmas spirit on our spectacular covered ice rink. Set in the heart of the Great Court and surrounded by twinkling lights and the Christmas Market, The Great Skate is the perfect addition to your festive day out - so get your Christmas jumper out and get your skates on.

Afterwards, soak up the magical atmosphere with an indulgent hot chocolate and a choice of tasty seasonal treats.

Book your tickets

Information Provided by South East HIVE Hub

Lichfield: BFBS Cinelink Family screenings - Postponed until Sunday 7 September


 

THE SUNDAY FAMILY SCREENINGS HAVE BEEN POSTED FOR SUMMER LEAVE AND WILL RECOMMENCE ON SUNDAY 7 SEPTEMBER.

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Tidworth: Reading Force Book Club

Sandhurst: Army Benevolent Fund VJ Day Celebration Dinner Thursday 23rd October 2025

 



VJ Day Celebration Dinner

The Army Benevolent Fund is delighted to present our VJ Day Celebration Event on 23rd October 2025, in the prestigious setting of the Indian Army Memorial Room at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day. With strong links to both Indian soldiers and, more recently, the Gurkha’s, the Indian Army Memorial Room is the perfect place to celebrate this anniversary

Information provided by South East Hive Hub

Amesbury: Family Hub - Building Buddies - Amesbury Library - Tuesday 19th August


Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: South Easter Regional College (SERC) Open Day - Throughout August

SERC (Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn and Newtownards Campus) enrolment days are set to take place on 17-18 Aug 25 for post ‘A Level’ Higher Education Courses and 24-25 Aug 25 for post ‘GCSE’ Further Education Courses

For further details on SERC Higher and Further Education Courses, and to access the registration/enrolment portal go to https://www.serc.ac.uk/enrolmenthub

Information provided by HIVE NI

Andover: Andover Museum - Time Detective Agency Summer Family Fun


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Northern Ireland: Department of Education Announce Childcare Subsidy Scheme from 1st September

 

From 1st September 2025, the scheme will be extended to include school age children up to age 11, allowing eligible working parents to receive the 15% subsidy on qualifying costs.

For further details on the scheme and to access the registration portal click here

Information provided by HIVE NI