North Yorkshire: Free guided walks in the Yorkshire Dales - August and September

Free guided walks in the Yorkshire Dales - August and September, Reeth

Three dates available for this free National Lottery funded guided walk in the Yorkshire Dales, led by a qualified Nick Rowe Mountain Leader.

The route takes in the stunning escarpment north of Reeth with panoramic views over Arkengarthdale and Swaledale -- one of the finest viewpoints in the northern Dales. Moderate to hard grade with uneven terrain, gates, stiles, and a steep descent through an old lead mining area. You need to be a confident walker comfortable on hilly ground.

Monday 24th August - 8 spaces
Monday 7th September - 10 spaces
Wednesday 16th September - 10 spaces

All walks start at 10:00am from Dales Bike Centre, Reeth. Free parking on site. Bring boots, waterproofs, water, packed lunch, and a camera.
Completely free. Funded by the National Lottery. Book your place

guidedoutdooradventures.co.uk

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Career Transition Partnership: Employment Fair in Salford on 10 Sept

CTP Employment Fairs are open to:

Service leavers
Veterans
Reservists
Partners and spouses

Service leavers/veterans/Reservists: To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Family members: Register via email to CTP.events@reed.com

Alternatively register via the Forces Employment Charity (FEC): Link and click 'REGISTER' from the menu.

Next upcoming dates are:

Bournemouth - 24 Sept
Belfast - 14 Oct
Cardiff - 5 Nov
Telford - 19 Nov

To view all 2026 CTP Employment Fair locations and dates, please go to: https://armyhiveinfo.blogspot.com/2026/01/career-transition-partnership-2026.html

North Yorkshire: Read to the Beat, Turn Rubbish into Rhythm in August

 
Turn Rubbish into Rhythm! 

Join North Yorkshire Council's Recycling Team to transform everyday recycled materials into fun musical instruments while discovering how recycling and creativity can go hand in hand.

11th August – Richmond Library
13th August – Colburn & Catterick Libraries

Perfect for children taking part in this year's Summer Reading Challenge, this hands-on activity celebrates the connection between stories, music and creativity.

Booking is required as spaces are limited. Please contact your chosen library to reserve your place. We can't wait to see what you create!

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Dorset: Swanage carnival - Sat 25th July - Sat 1st Aug.

 

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This year's theme is "A Wacky Western in Carnival Canyon".

The FREE 8-day event features over 100 activities, including the main street procession, aerial displays by Team Raven, live music, beach sports, and evening fireworks.

For more details and programme click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Bovington & Blandford HIVE offices closed - week commencing Mon 27th July

To access the online enquiry form click HERE

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Bovington: Garrison summer family activity programme & trips starts Wed 29th July.

 

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

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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