Blandford: Garrison pantomime 'Sleeping Beauty' Mon 8th Dec - Tickets on sale from Mon 3rd Nov

 

This year's Garrison pantomime from the Forces Foundation will be performed by professional actors from the Panto bus.

Venue: Garrison cinema (on camp)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison youth club November sessions

Sessions are held in the Jubilee Hall, Blandford Camp (by Garrison Church) 

For those children that aren’t yet registered, there will be a QR code provided on entry for parents to complete prior to the session:

Blandford Garrison Juniors Youth Club session -  3 Nov 25

1630 – 1730 hrs

Reception – Year 3.

Session: Free Play

At the Jubilee hall

Cost - £1.50 – Entry +Tuck

Juice and water provided

Blandford Garrison Inters Youth Club session - 3 Nov 25

1800 – 1930 hrs

Year 4 – Year 6

Session: Den building and laser tag

At the Jubilee hall

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Blandford Garrison Seniors Youth Club session - 5 Nov 25

1800 – 1930 hrs

Year 7 and above

Session: Free play

At the Jubilee hall

£1 entry, plus money for tuck shop

Juice and water provided

Please keep a look out for future notices regarding youth club sessions.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Dorset: Swanage railway 'Father Christmas yuletide express' from Sat 29th Nov - Wed 24th Dec

For full details and to book in advance click HERE

Tickets sell fast – this event is a treasured part of Christmas for many local families. Book early to secure your place aboard the Yuletide Express.

Children under 2 years old travel for free but must sit on a lap - no seats is reserved.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

St Athan: St Athan Community Council Christmas Market - Sat 15 Nov at The Gathering Place, St Athan

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Blandford: Garrison cinema latest movies 'Anjila' Sat 8th Nov

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)

Rated 12A - Food and drink available to purchase at the door.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: A Dorset Christmas market at the Tank Museum - Sat 15th & Sun 16th Nov

For more information click link A Dorset Christmas - The Tank Museum

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Free energy advice drop in session with Dorset citizens advice - Tues 11th Nov

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Session is open to all military personnel, service families, civil servants, contractors and local civilians.
 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

St Athan: Free Digital & AI Awareness Course - Mon 24 Nov 25 at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre

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Free Digital & AI Awareness Course

Monday 24th November 2025
10:30 - 12:30
MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre
Available for all wives, spouses & partners of serving personnel.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Brecon: Christmas Market at Brecon with Bells on - Sat 22 Nov 25

 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Dorset: Fireworks & bonfire night (Wareham) Fri 7th Nov

Wareham Recreational Ground (BH20 4PQ) 

An evening of family fun with:

• Live entertainment
• Tasty seasonal treats 
• Children's fancy dress competition
• Roaring bonfire 
• Funfair rides
• Fully stocked bar
• Delicious food and drinks. 
• Spectacular firework display.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE