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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.

Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.

We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.

To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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November 13, 2025

Frensham: Line of Departure - Frensham Great Pond Cold Water Dipping Group for Serving Military, First Responders and Veterans





Click HERE for further information

Information provide by South East HIVE Hub



Leuchars: Do you fly a drone?

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It is illegal for anyone to fly a drone within a 5km threshold of an Air Base.

If you do wish to operate a drone you must contact Police Scotland and Leuchars Air Traffic Control in the first instance to seek permission.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

November 12, 2025

Church Crookham: Army Welfare Service SEN TOGETHER The Wrec Quetta Park Tuesdays 5pm - 7pm

 


Please could you add to the HIVE information bulletin with this blurb


✨ Sen Together is back at the Wrec, Quetta Park next Tuesday from 5–7pm! ✨

We’re here as a safe and welcoming space for your young people to play, socialise, and unwind, while you connect with others who truly understand the journey.

What you can expect:

🎨 A craft table for creativity

🌳 Outdoor space to run and play

🛋 A quiet corner for those who need a break

🎲 Plenty of games to enjoy together

We’d love to hear your ideas for activities you’d like us to add – this space is for you and your families.

📅 Sessions run fortnightly, and everyone is welcome.


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Wiltshire: November SEND updates - new resource bases, events and courses

Please click here to read the latest newsletter online

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Lyneham: Little Lights group continuing every other Friday at MOD Lyneham Community Centre

 

Please click here to follow the 'Little Lights - Lyneham' Facebook page

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Give Us Time - Welfare Update Winter 2025

Hampshire: Starting School in 2026 Don't Miss It!

 



Starting school information for families in your community who may have children due to start school in September 2026 (for those children born between 01 September 2021 and 31 August 2022).

Applications Open: Saturday 1 November 2025
Application Close: Thursday 15th January 2026

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Maidstone: Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle

 




This winter, experience the magic of Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle as the historic estate is transformed into a breathtaking winter wonderland.

From the moment you arrive, you will be immersed in a sparkling world of light and colour, where every turn reveals something new. Wander through a dazzling illuminated trail featuring brand-new installations, including the mesmerising Neon Tree, the elegant Peacock Promenade, and the dazzling Ribbon Tunnel, each designed to fill your evening with wonder and joy.


Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?



Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.

Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.

Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Primary School Aged Childcare Overseas Allowance - Launching January 2026


Primary School Aged Childcare Overseas (PSACO) Allowance to launch in January 2026. PSACO is the final phase of the Wraparound Childcare (WAC) Scheme, providing a reimbursement for the costs of before and after school childcare in overseas locations where WAC eligibility criteria cannot be met due to local rules and regulations or because Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) accounts are not available. The launch of the PSACO Allowance means eligible Service families will have access to before and after school childcare funding in all overseas locations. PSACO eligibility criteria and guidance will be added to the Discover My Benefits website from January 2026