October 2, 2025

Blandford: Family hub autumn groups for babies and young children

 


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The family hub is located at bottom of Black Lane by Archbishop Wake C of E primary school.
To book send email with your phone number to northchildrenscentres@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk


Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison kitchen gardens - Plots available


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Information provided by Bovington HIVE


Chester: KIDSBANK - Christmas Referrals Now Open!

CHRISTMAS AT KIDSBANK

KidsBank Christmas Referrals are now open and available to families experiencing financial hardship who need support with Christmas gifts for their children.

Christmas Referrals will be open Monday 29th September - Friday 5th December

We ask professional referrers to submit Christmas Referrals in a batch where possible. Referrers will then be contacted to arrange collection once the referrals are complete .


GENERAL WINTER PROFESSIONAL REFERRALS

Our General Winter Referrals are OPEN

Please submit referrals for families who need support with general items including clothing, nappies, toiletries, baby feeding items and equipment.

Please ensure any General Winter Referrals are submitted by Friday 12th December.


PLEASE NOTE - We will close for our Christmas break on Friday 19th December and re-open on Monday 5th January 2026.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Staffordshire: Whittington Primary School PTA - Wreath Making Workshops


 Scan QR code to book or book online HERE

Information: Central HIVE Hub

Cheshire and Wirral NHS - Volunteer to Career

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Haverfordwest: AWS Lego Club at Cashfield Community Centre on Tuesdays


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Lego Club. See poster for details. If not already registered please register your child/children in the link below.

AWS Annual Registration & Consent Form

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Veterans: Have Your Say on Digital Needs

 
Calling All UK Veterans

Research and data are vital in shaping how funding is directed to meet community needs across the UK. The veterans’ community is no different, when needs are identified and backed by evidence, resources can be allocated to make a real difference.

That’s why we’ve been asked by King’s College London to help circulate their Veterans’ Digital Needs Study.

If you are a former member of the UK Armed Forces (aged 18+ and residing in the UK), we invite you to take part.
If you are a carer or family member supporting a veteran, you can also complete the survey on their behalf.

The online questionnaire takes just 10–15 minutes to complete and covers:
• Military service background
• General health and wellbeing
• Digital technology use
• Any challenges faced with digital access

All responses are anonymous, and your data will be stored securely for research purposes only.

You can take part via the QR code or by clicking this link: https://qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_5w3138xWRgZRzeu...

Your voice matters. By sharing your experiences, you can help ensure that the right resources and support reach the veteran community where they’re needed most.

Aldershot : Hampshire County Council Warm and Welcome Event Aldershot Library Wednesday 29th October 1000am - 1200pm

 


Information Provided by South East HIVE


Stop Loan Sharks:  Briefings in Oct and Nov open to the Service Community



There are 1.08 million people in debt to a Loan Shark in England. You are not alone. Call Stop Loan Sharks on 0300 555 2222 to access support.

Stop Loan Sharks briefs - no registration needed, join via laptop or mobile:
  • 7 Oct 25 0900 - 1000 TEAMS link to join Meeting ID: 357 830 299 772 8 / Passcode: De3KX9x3
Alternatively dial in by phone +44 20 3443 8728,,651144970# Phone conference ID: 651 144 970#
  • 7 Oct 25 1330 - 1430 TEAMS link to join Meeting ID: 329 059 383 381 4 / Passcode: e746np9K
Alternatively dial in by phone +44 20 3443 8728,,228840345# Phone conference ID: 228 840 345#
  • 29 Oct 25 1200- 1300 TEAMS link to join Meeting ID: 377 727 192 932 6 / Passcode: et3KX2Mo
Alternatively dial in by phone:+44 20 3443 8728,,847358711# Phone conference ID: 847 358 711#
  • 05 Nov 25 1200 - 1300 TEAMS link to join Meeting ID: 340 057 025 199 4 / Passcode: cZ7dZ9iJ
Alternatively dial in by phone +44 20 3443 8728,,536765765# Phone conference ID: 536 765 765#

October 1, 2025

Kinloss: Christmas Market Wednesday 3rd of December

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The Kinloss Barracks Community Forum are excited to be hosting the 2025 Kinloss Barracks Christmas Market.

🗓 Wednesday 03 December 2025
🕓 1600 - 2100
🏢 48 Fd Sqn Hangar - Kinloss Barracks

Get ready for:
🎤 Live Entertainment
🍔 Delicious Food
🍻 Festive Bar
🍞 Local Artisan Stalls
🍩 Sweet Treats
✂ Crafts and Activities
🎄 Christmas Tree Light Ceremony

And last but not least....

🎅Santa will be arriving in style and heading to his magic grotto (1630-1900)

Entry will be £2.50 per person.
Baby (under 1) - Free (excludes grotto)

Friends and Family welcome to attend (escorted by military personnel with MOD 90 ID)