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August 27, 2025
Kent & Medway: Release the Pressure
Grantham: Lincolnshire Family Services Directory
Lincolnshire Family Services DirectoryHelps you find information on useful local organisations and activities where you live.
The directory also supports Lincolnshire's family hubs and the start for life programme.
Information provided by Grantham HIVE
August 26, 2025
Northern Ireland: 1st Northern Ireland Army Cadets , Aldergrove Detachment are looking for new recruits


The 1st (NI) Battalion Army Cadet Force are looking for new recruits at Aldergrove Detachment.
Parades are 1900-2100 on Thursday evenings.
Must be 12 years and over to register
For anyone interested in joining please contact Andrea at: 07551 435854
Information provided by HIVE NI
August 22, 2025
Staffordshire: LAYING UP OF 2 MERCIAN COLOURS - SATURDAY 11TH OCTOBER 2025

The event, which will take place between 1300 and 1500 hours, will see the Regiment exercise the freedom of the City of Lichfield, as well as a church service where the Colours of the 2nd Battalion will be laid up at Lichfield Cathedral.
HOW DO I GET TICKETS?There are multiple ways to get tickets for the Cathedral service on the day:
• Via MERCIAN CONNECT
Simply head to the event page below and sign up to the event. When you provide us with your information on the sign-up page, we will use the information to send your tickets closer to the date: https://public.militaryapp.org/.../6863eab4577c055d020eef...
• Via your Regimental Association
Regimental Associations will be asking their members for the names of those who wish to attend the Laying up of Colours. Tickets will be provided to Association chairs for distribution closer to the date.
• Via E-Mail to RHQ Mercian
You may express your desire to attend by sending an E-Mail directly to RHQ Mercian through: RHQ@mercianregiment.co.uk
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Please note: Security measures, including bag checking, will be in operation for admittance to the Cathedral. Please only bring objects with you to the service that you require.
If you have any questions, please contact RHQ Mercian:
RHQ@mercianregiment.co.uk
August 21, 2025
Staffordshire: PANDAS Foundation - Free support - Lichfield

1st and 3rd Monday of every month, 7-8pm
Meeting at Lichfield Family Hub, Purcell Avenue, WS13 7PH
Babies welcome
More information on PANDAS can be found HERE
Information from Central HIVE Hub
August 20, 2025
Wiltshire: Household Support Fund extended to help Wiltshire's most vulnerable until March 2026
Wiltshire Council has welcomed the UK Government's decision to extend the Household Support Fund (HSF) for another year, ensuring vital assistance continues for residents most in need. The seventh round of the fund, known as HSF7, will run from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.
The Household Support Fund is designed to provide crisis support to households struggling with essential living costs, such as food and utility bills. It also offers preventative support, including budgeting and cookery classes, and the purchase of energy-efficient appliances like fridges and cookers.
Wiltshire: Residents encouraged to start their own care business with new support programme
This could include helping people with:
- Getting out and about
- Companionship
- Running errands or doing odd jobs
- Organising daily tasks
...or setting up and running
- Fitness classes
- Creative sessions
- Social groups
People choose the hours they work, giving them the flexibility to fit their business around their life.
Wiltshire Council funds the initiative which provides access to a free development programme that includes training, marketing support, signposting to funding opportunities, and a chance to connect with others doing similar work.
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs
Gillingham: Taste Of The Caribbean 23rd August 2025 at Great Lines
Europe's Largest Food & Drink Festival Dedicated to Caribbean Food
Join us at the Taste of the Caribbean Food & Drink Festival, where cultures collide in a celebration of incredible flavours and vibrant traditional growing year after year 2025 is set to be our best yet.
Experience a lively mix of Caribbean street food traders serving hot dishes, desserts (from all over the world), and unique take -home goods, plus cultural crafts and non-food treasures. Entertainment includes live music, thrilling cooking demos, exciting eating contests and funfair rides with activities for all ages.
Get ready for an unforgettable festival that brings together people from all backgrounds to savour the magic of Caribbean culture!
Click HERE for more information
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Wiltshire: Find out about Fostering with Wiltshire Council
Upcoming events include:
- Dauntsey
- Melksham
- Chippenham
- Corsham
- Calne
- Plus regular online sessions
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs
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