Kinloss: Unit Welfare/AWS/BSO Spring Programme of Events 2026

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For activity bookings please contact margaret.duncan115@mod.gov.uk

QR code for Easter Sunday lunch Egg hunt booking will be provided soon.

To book for Sunday Lunch please use QR code shown

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Celebrating ten years of Joining Forces: building financial resilience

Celebrating ten-years of Joining Forces: building financial resilience

A decade of partnership between three leading credit unions has helped thousands of Defence people save, borrow responsibly and build financial resilience.

On Monday 19 January, at the Palace of Westminster, guests celebrated the tenth anniversary of Joining Forces – a collaboration consisting of Serve & Protect, First Defence Finance, and Forces Finance (part of London Mutual Credit Union), working with the MOD to offer tailored financial services for Defence people.

The anniversary reception brought together staff and directors from the credit unions, uniformed and civilian Defence personnel, and representatives from trade bodies, armed forces charities and financial organisations.

Credit unions differ from traditional banks. They operate as not-for-profit financial cooperatives, owned and run for their members’ benefit. Any surplus is returned to members through competitive dividend rates on savings or used to help improve the range of products and services available, rather than being distributed to external shareholders.

Joining Force 10 Year Anniversary Event Highlights - (MODNET access)

JFCU 10 Year Anniversay Video - (non MODNET access)

A decade of impact

CSF: Boarding School Webinar on 26 Feb

Webinar Details

Date: Wednesday, 26 February 2026
Time: 17:30 – 18:30

Session Highlights
• Key topics on boarding school education tailored specifically for military families
• Prep school boarding
• Life on campus as a boarder
• Live Q&A session to address individual questions and concerns

How to Register
Please register using this link

N.B. This company is not affiliated to, nor endorsed by the MOD, and families should continue to contact the MOD’s Education Advisory Team (UK) in good time to ensure a smooth transition to CEA and boarding. EAT(UK), part of Defence Children Services, is the MOD organisation in place for Boarding Schools and CEA advice and guidance. See https://dcs.school/ and the EAT(UK) pages at: https://dcs.school/?page_id=1239 MOD advice can be obtained by emailing: RC-DCS-HQ-EAT@mod.gov.uk

Wiltshire: Free fun cooking courses for Wiltshire & Swindon residents

 

Please click here to find out more and to sign up

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

Wiltshire: Closure statement from Carer Support Wiltshire

Click here to read this statement in full

Please note that any questions or requests for further information can be directed to vickiw@carersupportwiltshire.co.uk, which will be monitored throughout this time.

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Ross on Wye: Ross on Wye Pancake Races - Sun 15 Feb 26

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub 

Wiltshire: Wiltshire Libraries: Children's books in other Languages

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub
 

Wiltshire: Wiltshire Council - Health Improvement Coaches

For more details click HERE

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

Farnham: Wetland waders and flamboyant flamingos at Birdworld

Immerse yourself in serenity at Wetland WaWetders, where you can observe a stunning variety of bird species using their unique beaks to feed from shallow and deep waters, while others soar and swoop gracefully all around you, creating a truly immersive experience. 

Then, follow the footprints to Flamboyant Flamingos and step into a world of vibrant pink! Explore the fascinating Pink Room to uncover fun flamingo facts and discover how these iconic birds get their rosy hue. Walk through to see the flamingos in their natural environment, and challenge your balance by trying to stand on one leg, just like a flamingo, and then enjoy our enchanting pink garden as you take in the breathtaking view of the flamingos in their natural splendor. 

Click HERE for more information. 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Aurora New Dawn Athena Programme – Starts on 11 Feb

To find out more please visit https://aurorand.org.uk/ and to register, please email: armedforces@aurorand.org.uk or phone 02392 479254.