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September 29, 2025
Central HIVE Hub - Stafford office - amended opening days and times
With the retirement of the Stafford HISO, the HIVE office will now have amended opening times as follows with effect from Wednesday 8 October:
Mon-Tues: Closed
Wed-Thurs: 0800-1630 Fri: 0800-1300
Please note these timings are reliant on the commitments within the AOR of the Central Hub.
If you wish to contact the Central Hub for any enquiries, please email: RC-Pers-HIVE-CentralHub-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk or T: 01543 434362
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
September 26, 2025
Lyneham: New Little Lights faith-filled fun for 0-5 yr olds in MOD Lyneham Community Centre
Each session will last an hour and begins with lively songs and rhymes to get everyone joining in, followed by a short and engaging Bible story with the help of pictures, props, or actions.
After the story, children can take part in a fun craft, giving them a chance to be creative and explore the story in their own way. The session finishes with snacks for the children and refreshments for the adults, plus free time to chat and get to know one another!
Little Lights provides a relaxed and friendly environment where families can explore & grow in faith together while little ones learn, play, and thrive. Whether you’re a family with lots of faith, no faith or are somewhere in-between, everyone is welcome.
The group meets at MOD Lyneham Community Centre, Calne Rd, Lyneham, Chippenham SN15 4XX at 10am on:
- Friday 26th September
- Friday 10th October
- Friday 24th October
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
September 25, 2025
Gloucestershire: 'On Your Mind' mental health service for children and young people
On Your Mind Glos is a place for Children and Young People to turn to when you need help and support with your mental health but you aren’t sure where to go. They have an anonymous Mental Health Support Finder, which is also available via text, for anyone aged 0-25 that will help you find the most appropriate support options for you in Gloucestershire.
Young people, parents/carers or professionals working with young people can use the support finder but also look through the database of quality controlled mental health services contained within our List of Services Directory.
On Your Mind Glos also has some self help guides and resources designed for both young people and their families to provide general support and advice about self-care.
Click here for further information
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Scotland: Early Years Forces Children Project
West Midlands: AWS CS Are you a parent in the Armed Forces.... Every other Wednesday from 8 October

September 24, 2025
DMWS offer a new online counselling service for Serving and Reservist women across the UK
With their military expertise, they understand the unique pressures of service life. This service gives those in need a safe space to talk, connect, and feel heard.
This free, confidential support is tailored to service women’s needs and covers:
Stress and anxiety
Loneliness and isolation
Health concerns
Relationship and family issues
Work pressures and more
Self-refer by emailing: seenandheard@dmws.org.uk
Or call their free helpline for support: 0800 999 3697To find out more about this exciting project, visit https://dmws.org.uk/seen-and-heard/
September 23, 2025
Edinburgh: AWS Youth Clubs, Tuesday evenings Scots Corner Community Centre P4-P7
Please register o advance by emailing Gina.clark117@mod.gov.uk
September 22, 2025
Highlands: The Military Liaison Group (MLG) - who, what, why
The Military Liaison Group (Education), often referred to as “The MLG”, is a tri-service Highland partnership that is committed to ensure that all Children and Young People from Armed Forces families thrive in Highland and suffer no disadvantage in their education due to being from a military family (Army, Navy or RAF) whether Serving, Reservist or Veteran.
You can find out more about the MLG and their partners in a new resource👉 MLG Education: Who What Why
This can also be accessed through the Armed Forces Highland website along with more information regarding the MLG 👉 Armed Forces Families Highland
Wiltshire: Skills Bootcamps - free for adults living or working in Wiltshire and Swindon
These flexible courses are designed to help people gain in-demand skills and connect directly with employers, with an interview for a real job at the end. Training is available across a range of sectors, including digital and AI, construction and green skills, logistics and transport, and education.
Skills Bootcamps are open to learners aged 19 and over who have lived in the UK for at least three years. They are free for individuals, with discounted places available for employers who want to upskill their staff.




