With summer in full swing we've got everything you need for a special day out at the museum this August
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August 5, 2026
Winchester: Supercharge your summer at the Science Museum
Mission Motorsport August Newsletter
This month, you can read about the new Mission Motorsport Supporter programme, their latest visits to the Nürburgring and Prodrive, Mission Motorsport Racemakers at the British Grand Prix, and much more.
You'll also find details of all upcoming events, with easy sign-up links, volunteering opportunities, and plenty of ways you can support the charity.
You can read the August newsletter online here:
Mission Motorsport Newsletter: August 2026 — MISSION MOTORSPORT.
Please note the Mission Motorsport office number is currently not working. Please email team@missionmotorsport.org to contact us.
Defence Update - BBC special: Our Offer – your money, your future
Radio 4's Money Box has spoken with Service personnel, a panel of experts, and the Minister for Veterans and People about how the Armed Forces offer more than just your pay packet.
The Armed Forces Offer gives you a range of benefits. These can help your money go further now and in the future. This includes help with housing, discounts and support to save.
In the special episode aired on 29 July, Money Box explored what this means for our people and the challenges they can face. It also looked at what Defence is doing to keep improving the offer.
Real stories, real support
Presenter Felicity Hannah spoke with Service personnel at Weeton Barracks in Preston to learn how they manage their finances. She was also joined in the studio by an expert panel, to discuss what’s on offer, from joining to leaving the military.
The panel included Ann Griffiths, Head of Policy and Research at the Royal British Legion, Kate Gannon, Vice President of the Personal Finance Society, and Sergeant Cameron Eden, a serving member of the Army and creator of ‘The Savvy Squaddie’ – a YouTube channel that offers guidance and insights to help Service personnel and veterans with their personal finances.
Felicity spoke with personnel who have received the retention bonus and used the Forces Help to Buy Scheme, and to a member of the Staff and Personnel Support Branch, who helps Service people with their finances.
Alton: Welcome to Alton's Curtis Museum opening times Tuesday - Saturday 1000hrs - 1630hrs
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Meadstead: Tennis Summer Camps 27th July - 28th August 4 -10 yrs 0900hrs - 1200hrs and 10-16yrs 1200hrs - 1500hrs
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Berkshire: Trunks across the Thames art trail
This free art trail will see visitors and residents stomping around the towns searching out a herd of 30 large artist-designed elephant sculptures alongside around 50 smaller elephants from the 13th July - 13th September 2026. This fantastic creative trail in support of Thames Hospice is a great way to get out and explore, combining colour and creativity with these amazing art installations across these popular Berkshire towns.
Oxford: Pets & their people exhibition - running until 27th September 2026
Explore the fantastic free Pets and their People exhibition at the Weston Library in Oxford. Delving into the relationship between humans and their pets over ten thousand years with stories, images and poetry from the Bodleian Library collection. This fantastic collection includes a rare copy of Alice's Adventure in Wonderland which is on display for the first time.
The exhibition runs from the 11th March until 27th September 2026 in the heart of Oxford. Visitors can wander around the ground floor of the Weston Library from 9am Monday - Friday, 10am Saturdays and 11am Sundays.
No ticket required - free admission
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
New Forest: Disney and Pixar Cars are back at Beaulieu until 1st November
Some of the world's most loved stars from the Disney and Pixar Cars franchise cruise into the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu from 29th June 26.
Some very special guests are making a pit stop at the National Motor Museum as Lightning McQueen, Jackson Storm and Finn McMissile roll in for a limited time stay to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original film. It's the perfect opportunity for families to meet these fan-favourite racers and Radiator Springs residents as they take a break from the track and world adventures to meet fans face to face.
This brand-new display will feature iconic themed props including the Piston Cup and a new gaming experience which will take aspiring racers on a thrilling journey inspired by the fast-paced world of Disney and Pixar’s Cars, will come later in summer, all showcased within a brand-new dedicated space.
This is your chance to meet the lifesize models of Disney and Pixar Cars that have been winning hearts since 2006… so come along, get your cameras out, and be ready to say…"Ka Chow!"
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Bovington: Tank musuem launch their new children's adventure book
Images: Tankmuseum
Titled Marjorie & RaaRaa at The Tank Museum, Rosanna’s new book sees a little girl named Marjorie exploring The Tank Museum alongside RaaRaa, her blue leopard friend.
The book follows the adventurous pair as they explore each part of the Museum, sightseeing and playing in interactive exhibitions.
Marjorie & RaaRaa at The Tank Museum is available from the Tank Museum gift shop or online HERE.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
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August 4, 2026
Building Heroes: Welding & Fabrication Courses for the Armed Forces Community only
Duration: 5 weeks
Location: Darlington, DL1 1DR
Course dates: 09.11.26 - 11.12.26 and 11.01.27 - 12.02.27
Please click the link below for all course information and on-line application.
Welding and Fabrication in the Industrial Environment | Building Heroes
Available to veterans, service leavers within last 18mths of service, reservists and immediate military family members.
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