Blandford: Garrison family summer activity programme & residential break - Spaces still available.

With the kids breaking up next week, summer is almost here! There are still a couple of spaces left on the summer residential and a whole load of fun to be had for all the family during the school holidays.

Sign up here: AWS Community Support (Blandford & Bovington)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Ripon: Join our New Men's Book Club with Ripon Library

We're excited to announce that in celebration of the National Year of Reading, we will be starting up a new men's book club this September!

Whether you're a lifelong bookworm of haven't picked up a novel in years, join this new book club and connect with other readers in a relaxed and friendly setting.

To express your interest in joining this group, please pop into the library or email us - ripon.library@northyorks.gov.uk

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

York: FREE Support and Educational courses for parents in the York area in Autumn

FREE support and educational courses for parents in the York area!

Please see the attached link for information on free support and educational courses and sessions for parents and carers by Family Matters York. 

Including: Time out for parents of children aged 0-5, time out for parents of children with autism, handling anger in the family, screen time in the digital world, and relationship support.

https://mailchi.mp/.../parenting-courses-april-may...

Click HERE for more info

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

30 Days out under £30 In Staffordshire

 

A guide to the best cheap and free days out in Staffordshire, including zoos, farms, museums, country parks and nature reserves, plus our stunning wide open spaces, such as the Peak District National Park, The National Forest, and Cannock Chase National Landscape.

You are guaranteed a fantastic day out at these attractions and places to visit in Staffordshire.

Everything featured on this page will cost a family of four less than £30 to get in – and some are even free*!

Full details can be found HERE

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: Summer at The Staffordshire Regiment Museum - 27 July - 01 September

 Website: www.staffordshireregimentmuseum.com/

Information provided by Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: DMS Whittington BFBS Cinema showings: 26 July to 4 August

 Information supplied by:Central HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: Dive Into a Pirates & Mermaids Adventure at Mountpanther - 26th & 27th July

Join us on Sunday 26th & Monday 27th July to meet pirates and mermaids, enjoy magical entertainment, and create unforgettable family memories. Book your tickets below!

Get ready for a swashbuckling day of family fun at Mountpanther Farm Park! Your ticket includes:

•  Meet a real-life pirate AND mermaid and snap some magical photos
•  Take part in our exciting Pirate Scavenger Hunt
•  Enjoy pirate & mermaid face painting
•  Capture unforgettable memories at our themed photo opportunities
•  Meet and feed our friendly farm animals
•  Visit our cuddly petting barn and fascinating reptile room animals
•  Race around the go-kart track
•  Bounce away on our giant outdoor bouncy pillows
•  Explore our indoor and outdoor play areas

…and enjoy everything else Mountpanther Farm Park has to offer!

It's the perfect family day out, packed with adventure, imagination, and magical memories for little pirates and mermaids alike.

Book your ticket here

Recruit for Spouses: Your Summer Refresher – How RFS Supports You

Recruit for Spouses have a Summer newsletter with information about their support programmes and how they can help in terms of both employment and wellbeing.

To read the newsletter in full, please go to: Your Summer Refresher: How RFS Supports You

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 28 Executive Officer Recruitment Consultant roles across London – closing date 5 Aug

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 28 Executive Officer (EO) Recruitment Consultant vacancies across London. These may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.

Civil Service Jobs link with further information on the roles available, and application details:

Universal Credit Job Centre - EO Recruitment Consultant Role - London (Ref: 770) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 29 July.

Corsham: Free Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship fundamentals programme coming in April 2027 for Military Spouses

• Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship
• 13 April 2027 - 8 June 2027
• In-person, Corsham Court, Wiltshire
• Free

During your eight-week journey you’ll gain a foundational knowledge in entrepreneurship and digital marketing. Delivered in a dynamic workshop format, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow learners, discover practical steps to transform ideas, and build a portfolio that documents your creative journey.

You’ll cover key topic areas such as:

• Identifying your strengths and digital direction
• Freelancer 101
• Digital marketing fundamentals
• Social media fundamentals
• AI awareness
• Creative strategy
• Design thinking for entrepreneurs
• Brand discovery
• Employment, freelance, business pathways

The course is free to learners thanks to funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.

Eligibility: Participants must be 18+ and a partner/ spouse of a current serving member of the UK armed forces.

To apply: Places are limited. To secure a place please complete this short Expression of Interest Form here: Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship Programme Expression of Interest

For full information please see: Marketing and Entrepreneurship - Bath Spa University

Questions? Get in touch at shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs