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April 10, 2026
Blandford: Welfare/contact house short term use accommodation
Weekend rates Friday to Monday morning £100.
Full weeks are £225.
A full review of costs will take place at the end of April.
BLANDFORDGAR-BGSUWELFARE@mod.gov.uk or call 01258 481938
Bovington: Garrison contact houses for short term accommodation use
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Colerne: Welfare contact details
Please note that the 21 Sigs Welfare team currently have no office phone number.
For details of how to book park passes, the Welfare house, etc. click here.
For other enquiries please email 21SIG-ColerneStn-Welfare-mailbox@mod.gov.uk.
Please note that the team monitor the inbox on a regular basis throughout office opening hours which are:
- Mon 0900-1630
- Tue 0900-1630
- Wed 0900-1330
- Thu 0900-1630
- Fri 0900-1230
Catetrick & Richmond: FREE Digital Skills For All courses
A reminder of our upcoming Digital Skills For All courses happening at our Catterick and Richmond Libraries.
The courses are split into sessions, covering everything from using the NHS app, to WhatsApp and social media.
You can find lots more information and the dates for each library in the posters below.
Be sure to book your place by calling or emailing Abby Armstrong: abby.armstrong@northyorks.gov.uk 01609 533906
Information provided by North 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).
Catterick: PLAYZONE FREE Sessions starting 14th April
PLAYZONE FREE SESSIONS
Starting Tuesday 14th April
We’re offering FREE Playzone sessions for kids at Colburn Community Sports Centre!
Tuesdays
5:00- 6:00 PM (Up to 10 years)
6:00- 7:00 PM (Up to 16 years)
Sundays
1:00-2:00 PM (Open to all ages)
A great chance for kids to:
Have a kickabout
Meet new friends
Stay active and have fun
Important Info:
All children must sign in at reception before playing
A contact number must be provided
Rules will be explained on arrival
Limited spaces – 20 kids per session (1 hour)
First come, first served
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Exclusive webinar invitation - Financial Inclusion in the Public Sector, by Serve + Protect Credit Union
We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive webinar on Tuesday 28th April 2026 at 13:00
Discover the key insights from our 2026 Financial Resilience Survey, which generated responses from 7,647 Serve and Protect members from January to February 2026.
In this webinar we break down the findings of the survey to uncover the common financial challenges facing public sector employees in 2026. From difficulty accessing responsible financial products, to preparing and coping with financial emergencies, you will be equipped with the knowledge of what is impacting your people today.
Don't miss this opportunity to better understand and support your colleagues.
Read the full Financial Resilience Report 2026








