Fleetwood: Spooky Week of FREE Supervillain fun at Affinity Lancashire

Get ready for a Spooky Week of FREE Supervillain fun at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood this October Half Term.

Meet the supervillains when they appear at the centre on Saturday 25th October then enjoy their Monsterous Magic Shows on Monday 27th October.

On Tuesday 28th and Thursday 30th October follow their Tiny Villains Trick-or-Treat Trail to claim a Halloween treat, and on Wednesday 29th October have fun at the Creepy Every After Colouring & Cauldron Mocktails Workshop.

Then on Friday 31st October come and have fun at their Villains Halloween Fancy Dress Ball where you can dress to impress in your favourite Halloween outfit! And to finish the week, why not join their Magic Mirror Workshop on Saturday 1st November!

At Affinity Lancashire Outlet Shopping you’ll find places to eat, drink and relax and you can make great savings with up to 60% off the RRP across 40 top brands. There’s free parking and it’s dog friendly too, meaning you can take your pooch along with you for a great day out.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Fylde: Remembrance Sunday Services in Fylde 2025

Remembrance Sunday Services in Fylde  - 9th November 2025

Residents throughout the borough are warmly invited to join commemorations on Sunday 9 November as communities come together to honour those who have defended our freedoms. These services will offer everyone the opportunity to pay their respects and reflect on the extraordinary sacrifices made by our armed forces, both past and present.

Services are always well attended and will take place as follows:

St Annes: Assemble at the Pier car park at 10:30am. The parade will proceed to the memorial in Ashton Gardens at 10:38am, led by Mayor of Fylde, Cllr Frank Andrews.

Lytham: Gather at the Assembly Rooms at 10:30am, with the procession departing at 10:45am. The civic party will be led by Deputy Mayor, Cllr Cheryl Little.

Kirkham: Assemble on Orders Lane at 1:30pm and move off at 1:45pm. The Remembrance service will commence at the Cenotaph at 2:00pm, followed by refreshments at the Community Centre.

Wesham: Led by Mayor Cllr Liz Bickerstaffe, assemble at the War Memorial at 10:45am. A service of remembrance will be held, followed by refreshments at Wesham Community Centre.

Armistice Day Arrangements

The commemorations continue on Tuesday 11 November with a two-minute silence marking Armistice Day. The Mayor of Fylde will attend at Ashton Gardens, the Deputy Mayor of Fylde at Lytham Cenotaph and the Mayor of Kirkham at Kirkham Cenotaph, ensuring every community can mark this significant moment together.

Cllr Frank Andrews, Mayor of Fylde, said: “I’m deeply honoured to lead our community in remembering those who gave so much for our freedom. These services bring us together in gratitude and reflection, ensuring the courage and sacrifice of our armed forces will never be forgotten. I encourage everyone across Fylde to join us in paying tribute to those who served and continue to serve our nation.”

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Lytham: River Ribble Ramble raising money for Children in Need

Join Pudsey Bear and his band of merry ramblers as they walk from the iconic Lytham Windmill to Granny’s Bay at Fairhaven and back to raise much needed money for Children In Need. There’s refreshments along the route, plus toilets on the flat, fully accessible promenade overlooking the Ribble Estuary.

Meet at Lytham Windmill for a 1pm start.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Wiltshire: Apply now if your child is starting Secondary School in September 2026

 

Is your child starting Secondary School next year?

The deadline to apply for a secondary school place is Friday 31 October and you can find out the result on Wednesday 1 March 2026.

Please note that due to some scheduled system maintenance, the online portal will be unavailable from 8am – 6pm on Saturday 18 October.

Please click here to apply via the Parent Portal

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Nominations Open for the 2026 Celebrating Forces Families Awards

The Celebrating Forces Families Awards are delighted to announce that nominations for the 2026 ceremony are now officially open! 

These national awards honour the exceptional contributions of UK Armed Forces families, recognising the strength, resilience, and dedication of those who support our military personnel behind the scenes. Whether through personal achievement, community impact, or professional excellence, these families play a vital role in the life of the Armed Forces. 

Sarah Walker CFF, spokesperson for the awards, said:
 "Forces families are the unsung heroes of our military community. These awards are about giving them the recognition they truly deserve and showcasing the incredible ways they contribute to the fabric of Armed Forces life." 

Award Categories for 2026 Include: 

West Midlands: Concert of Remembrance Sutton Coldfield - Saturday 1 November

www.cecb.org.uk

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
 

Bovington: Tank Museum job vacancies

For latest opportunities click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Leconfield: Tihar Festival - Oct 20th

 Tihar Festival

• 📍 Location: Bar 202
• 🕒 Time: Mon, 20 Oct 25 (1730 – 2330 hrs)  (Note: ITTTs are to leave the venue by 2200 hrs)
• 👕 Dress: Smart Clothes

Information provided by Leconfield HIVE

 

Lyneham: New 'Bumps, Boobs and Babies' fortnightly group starting Tue 4 Nov

Please note that the regular AWS groups including Friday's Bumps to Buggies will still be continuing as normal.

Any questions? Please email amy.dallimore101@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Update from GOV.UK: Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support

Nearly 2 million veterans can now get and benefit from a digital version of the Veteran Card, which will make it easier and quicker to access key services and discounts via their smartphones.

From today, Friday 17 October, it will give veterans a seamless way to confirm their status in person and will include information already featured on their physical card - displaying their name, photo, latest service, and date of birth with the security features that protect their personal information.

Veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the Veteran Card on their smartphone.
From registering with GPs to housing support and discounted entry to museums, the card will ensure veterans can access services quickly and easily online.
Part of the blueprint for modern digital government, as government makes public services simpler and more accessible so they work around people’s lives as part of the Plan for Change.

To view the news update in full, please go to this LINK