Dorset: Lulworth Range walks & Tyneham Village, public access information

The Lulworth Ranges are part of the AFV (Armoured Fighting Vehicles) Gunnery School, an important training establishment of the British Army.

The Lulworth Range walks  open to the public every weekend and during peak summer months however may be closed at certain times. Please check latest opening times by clicking HERE. 

Tyneham Village was evacuated in 1943 during WWII when the area was needed for military training and has been deserted ever since. You can walk around the buildings and read the many information boards about life back then. 

You can also walk down to Worborrow Bay from the village which offers stunning views of the coastline. 

It’s always best to check Tyneham Village online before visiting to see opening days and times which is mostly weekends and main public holidays. Tyneham Village gate permits vehicle access and opens at 9am when no military activity is taking place and is closed at dusk each evening. The exhibitions in Tyneham School and Tyneham Church are open from 10am until 4pm on non-firing days however this may vary depening on the time of year.

In the car park you will see an honesty box with a suggested £4 parking charge.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Bovington: Garrison medical centre & local NHS doctors/dentists

Service Personnel only

The centre is open 

Mon, Tues & Thurs 0800 - 1630
Wed & Fri 0800-1230 

Closed weekends

Contact reception on 01929 403474

E-consult services 

Spouses/Partners & children

Register with NHS medical services in Wool village or Bere Regis (nr Bovington)

Wellbridge Practice. 

Meadow Lane, Wool BH20 6DR - 01929 462376
Website link: The Wellbridge Practice for opening times, contact details, booking appointments, joining the practice, prescriptions etc.  

Bere Regis Surgery.  

Manor Farm Road BH20 7HB - 01929 471268

Website link: Bere Regis Surgery for opening times, contact details, booking appointments, joining the practice, prescriptions etc.  

To find a dentist in the local area click HERE If you do not have a SFA address yet, use BH20 6JA  postcode to help refine your search area.  

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Harrogate: Vacancy for Customer Services Officer

Do you have excellent communication skills and a passion for providing outstanding levels of customer service?

Are you someone that can use innovative thinking to come up with timely solutions to problems?

We're looking for a Customer Service Officer to join North Yorkshire Council's friendly and professional Customer Service Team in Harrogate.

As the first point of contact for residents, businesses and visitors, you'll play a vital role in helping people access services, find solutions and get the support they need. 

No two days are the same, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, learning new skills and making a real difference.

Apply here! https://ow.ly/O3sN50ZqGax

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Harrogate: Vacancy for Administrative Assistant at Grove Road Community Primary school

Are you an organised and welcoming administrator who enjoys helping others and keeping things running smoothly? 

Grove Road Community Primary School is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our dedicated team and play a key role in supporting pupils, staff, families and visitors.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring and inclusive school where our PRIDE values of Passionate, Resilient, Intrepid, Dependable and Empathetic underpin everything we do.

FTE - £25,621 per annum, Actual salary £22,800.43
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
37 hours per week | Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Fixed Term | Term Time Only

Apply here! https://ow.ly/1ls850Zt5El

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Recruit for Spouses: Support Services for Military Families

Find out more about how Recruit for Spouses can support you as a military spouse, partner and/or veteran.

RFS: Stronger Families. Stronger Workforce. Stronger Defence.

Darlington: Welding & Fabrication Courses with Building Heroes

Welding & Fabrication Course 

Duration:        5 weeks

Location:        Darlington, DL1 1DR

Course dates:    09.11.26 - 11.12.26
                              11.01.27 - 12.02.27

Available to Veterans, Service Leavers within last 18mths of service, Reservists and immediate military family member

Please click the link below for all course information and on-line application.

Welding and Fabrication in the Industrial Environment | Building Heroes

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Dunfermline: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, second Tuesday of the month

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Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Costa Coffee,
Fife Leisure Park,
1 Whimbrell Place,
Dunfermline,
Fife,
KY11 8EX

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Weeton: Village Newsletter 'The Crofter' Aug 26

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Northern Ireland: Veterans Services

 

NAAFI Fund 2026: there’s a month left to submit your applications – closes 4th Sept

The NAAFI Fund portal is still open for applications.

Since their launch in 2020, they have supported 541 projects totalling £4,844,227.

Mark Your Calendars

• Two-month window: Applications opened on Wednesday 1st July and closes on Friday 4th September, meaning you have one more month to get your project ideas in.
• One-Stage Application: No complicated stages, just one straightforward application to complete.

Get Ready to Apply

You can find the link to apply on the Giving Back page: NAAFI | The NAAFI Fund, there is also some application guidance and FAQ’s to help with your submission, if you get stuck. If you have any questions, please send to funding@naafi.co.uk.