Grantham: Support with childcare costs

www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/fundedchildcare

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Catterick: Love to Sing? Want to Have Fun and Meet New Friends? Come and join the Military WAGS Choir

 

Love to Sing? Want to Have Fun and Meet New Friends? 
Come and join the Military WAGS Choir – Catterick Garrison! 
We are a welcoming community of wives, affiliates, girlfriends, and servicewomen who come together every week to sing, support, and socialise.

 No auditions or experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm!
 FREE crèche facility available
 A fun, friendly, and uplifting space to unwind and connect
 Garrison Memorial Church, DL9 4ES
 Thursdays, 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Whether you’re looking to try something new, make friends, or just have a great time, we’d love to meet you! 
 07955 162823  militarywagschoir.co.uk

 Find us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube – just search Military WAGS Choir

Come along – your voice is welcome here! We start our new term on 4th Sept

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: 1st Northern Ireland Army Cadets , Aldergrove Detachment are looking for new recruits

Army Cadet Force Aldergrove Detachment

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

Staffordshire: LAYING UP OF 2 MERCIAN COLOURS - SATURDAY 11TH OCTOBER 2025

On Saturday 11th October 2025, The Mercian Regiment will be laying up the Colours of the 2nd Battalion, The Mercian Regiment, at Lichfield Cathedral in Staffordshire.

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
 

Hereford: Bike Right in Herefordshire

Adult Cycle Skills

Offer adult cycle skills sessions exclusively for Herefordshire residents and run Dr Bike sessions throughout the year. All courses are funded by Herefordshire Council.

Live, work or study in Herefordshire? 18 or over?

Get tailored training at a level suited to your needs, all based on the National Cycle Training Standards and split in to easy to understand modules, choose from:

Basic for beginners - cycling off the road to build skills in local parks or on cycle tracks

Urban - boost your confidence riding on quiet local roads, back streets and B roads, taking you to the next level!

Advanced - A roads, complex junctions and busy roads require more advanced skills and knowledge, our advanced courses focus on key routes and commutes.


For further information or to book your session please click here.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

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

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

In partnership with Community Catalysts, Wiltshire Council is supporting individuals who want to work for themselves and become their own boss by offering care and support services in their communities.

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.

Click here to find out more

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

Click the link for more event info: Fostering with Wiltshire Council

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs