Blandford: Garrison housing drop in session - 18th March

If you are experiencing any issues or have concerns with your service families accommodation and would like to speak to someone in person, you're welcome to drop in to the Pinnacle housing office on Mudros Road. (Blandford Camp), no appointment necessary.

Housing drop in is 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month. 0900 - 1200hrs.

You can also report an issue with your SFA by calling 0800 031 8628 or send an email to hello@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Blandford: Garrison health course Wed 15th April. Open to everyone

 

The Red Tent Project

Wednesday 15th April at the Garrison Cinema

Sessions: 08:30-12:30 or 13:30-16:30

Everyone is welcome to attend - Serving Personnel, Family Members and all civilian staff working on camp.
 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Lytham St Annes: Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake - 16 May

Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival

Watch teams of 17 people per boat battle it out to be crowned the champions.

With lakeside stalls and food vendors, plus the café at Fairhaven Lake, it’s a great day out! All raising money for Blue Skies – Blackpool NHS hospitals charity fund.

You can also register your team to take part! Feel the adrenaline surge as the drums beat in sync with your heartbeat, propelling your team across Fairhaven Lake. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, this is an unforgettable adventure for a fantastic cause.

Fairhaven Lake - Lytham St Annes 

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Church Crookam: Army Welfare Service Junior Multi-Activity Days 30th March to 2nd April 2026 930hrs - 1530hrs ages 9 - 11 years

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Aldershot: Army Welfare Service Family Trip to London 9th April 2026 Pick up at 0900hrs Aldershot Garrison Hub

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Pirbright: Army Welfare Service Easter Arts and Crafts 8th April 1000hrs - 1500hrs Ages 7-11 years Jubilee Community Centre, Pirbright

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison youth club sessions (inters & seniors) Mon & Wed

Venue: Semaphore Arms Function Room (located near the WRVS/Junior Rates Cookhouse and WO/Sgts Mess).

Junior sessions, for children in school years 1 to 3 will return in due course. More information to follow in the coming weeks.

For further information on youth club sessions contact James.Tarring100@mod.gov.uk

Volunteers are always needed to help out. If you can help in anyway at any of the sessions please contact James Tarring at above email address.

For those children that aren’t yet registered, there will be a QR code provided on entry for parents to complete or see below.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Shropshire Armed Forces Outreach Sessions - March 2026

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
 

Hereford: Hereford Council - Got questions about garden waste?

Visiting local garden centres over the coming weeks, giving you the chance to find out more about our new garden waste service in Herefordshire.

It’s your chance to find out how the new garden waste service works, learn what can and can’t go in your garden waste bin, and get help with signing up or finding out more about the service
This week Herefordshire Council will attend;

J&P Turner and Arrow Mills Garden Centre from 8:30 - 11:30, Kington Market 11:30 - 13:00, J&P Turner and Arrow Mills Garden Centre 13:00 - Close
Friday 27 of February
No appointment needed, just pop across for a chat while you’re visiting

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Blandford: Garrison mini bus for hire

The mini bus can be driven by anyone over the age of 25 years with a clean driving license that has been held for at least 24 months.

Contact Carl.Burman144@mod.gov.uk 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE