April 7, 2026

Fulford: Free 5 week course with Family Learning in June


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Fulford: FREE family Learning Courses from April


Sessions are held in the Low Moor Community Centre on Bray Road, Fulford Y010 4JG (next to Beehive Pre School on the SFA patch).

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’.

Richmond: Coffee Morning dates for April


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

April 6, 2026

Northern Ireland: 110th Battle of the Somme Commemoration Service - 1st July

 
Expression of Interest for the 110th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, Service of Commemoration at the Ulster Memorial Tower, Thiepval, France, 1st July 2026 at 1430hrs (Time TBC)

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

 
Defence Gardens Scheme (DGS) warmly invites veterans, service leavers, and family members to take part in our Recovery & Resilience Horticultural Therapy 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

Lichfield:AWS CS World Cup Fun Competition


 

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

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

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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

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
Ultrafast broadband flexible for families into SFA homes - Wifinity Forces Fibre
  • 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