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April 7, 2026
Fulford: FREE family Learning Courses from April
These include a one-off ‘Spring Crafts’ session on Wednesday 15th April - kind of a taster and introduction to York Learning’s courses.
Mixed Crafts with Lisa-Marie will then be running in the mornings as from Wednesday 22nd April. In the afternoons, Kate will be running a Science-focus course ‘Discover and Grow’.
After May half term the afternoon sessions will be a Maths focus course ‘1,2,3 Go and Play’.
April 6, 2026
Northern Ireland: 110th Battle of the Somme Commemoration Service - 1st July
Please see poster for more details.
Please EMAIL Carol at sommeassociation@btconnect.com
Information provided by HIVE NI
April 3, 2026
Northern Ireland: Defence garden Scheme - Spring Programme
Ashes to Gold, 251 Dunhill Road, Macosquinn, Coleraine BT51 3QJ
Starting Wednesday 15th April
10 weeks – one day per week
This supportive, nature-based programme offers a calm and welcoming space to:
Rebuild confidence
Improve wellbeing
Connect with others who understand your journey
Through guided gardening and horticultural activities, you’ll learn new skills, strengthen resilience, and experience the healing power of nature.
We would be truly honoured to welcome you into our growing community—where together we nurture strength, connection, and wellbeing.
Rooted in nature and guided by evidence-based practice, this programme supports the Armed Forces community while bringing together People, Place, and Purpose.
Contact details can be found on the poster.
Information provided by HIVE NI
April 2, 2026
Scotland: Leuchars HIVE Easter closure
Leuchars HIVE will be closed Friday 3rd April and re-open Monday 13th April.
If your enquiry is urgent please contact our North HIVE Hub via email
📧RC-Pers-HIVE-NorthHub-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Ministry of Defence’s survey for Armed Forces families closes soon…
Ministry of Defence’s survey for Armed Forces families closes soon…
The Ministry of Defence’s Families Continuous Attitude Survey closes in two weeks, on 15 April 2026. Don’t miss the chance to have your say on life as an Armed Forces family.
Armed Forces families make extraordinary sacrifices and contributions to support serving personnel and keep Britain safe. Your dedication and support underpin the operational effectiveness of the UK Armed Forces.
At a time of rising global uncertainty, your support has never been more important. With increasing demands on serving personnel and families, it is essential that the Armed Forces community feels safe and supported at home.
The Ministry of Defence’s Families Continuous Attitude Survey is an opportunity to share thoughts and shape policies to enhance your family’s experiences, as valued members of the Armed forces community.
Hounds for Heroes: Latest Newsletters
Click image to enlarge.Hounds for Heroes latest newsletters are now available:
Winter edition
Autumn 2025 edition
The Hounds for Heroes mission is to provide specially trained assistance dogs to injured or disabled service personnel and veterans, helping them to regain independence, confidence, and companionship.
To find out more about Hounds for Heroes please go to: Hounds for Heroes Assistance Dogs | Hounds for Heroes
Winter edition
Autumn 2025 edition
The Hounds for Heroes mission is to provide specially trained assistance dogs to injured or disabled service personnel and veterans, helping them to regain independence, confidence, and companionship.
To find out more about Hounds for Heroes please go to: Hounds for Heroes Assistance Dogs | Hounds for Heroes
Wifinity Armed Forces Offers: eSIM for travel and deployment, and SFA Forces Fibre
The current MOD offers from Wifinity include:
Low cost eSIM for deployment and travel - Wifinity | Explore our low cost eSIM plans
- Cheapest options on the market for MOD personnel and families going abroad
- 10% discount for MOD personnel and families using code HIVE10
- 20% discount for existing Wifinity customers. Customers can log into their ‘My Account’ to get their code
- Monthly rolling contracts available
- Cheaper than major providers such as BT
- Faster installation times than the UK average
- 26% faster speeds than the UK average
- Currently available at Kendrew, Chicksands, Lyneham, Marham and Aldershot
- Further SFA sites being rolled out in 2026
- Get your first 2 months free when sign up for 12-month plan
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