Haverfordwest: Haverfordwest Lantern Parade - 30th October 2026

 

Haverfordwest Council & SPAN Arts:

The Haverfordwest Lantern parade returns October 30th! FREE public lantern making workshops coming soon! The lanterns are handheld and lit by reusable LED lights.

Follow SPAN Arts on social media for more updates, sign up to their monthly newsletter, or go to span-arts.org.uk to read all about it!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

North Yorkshire: Story Time for U 5's

Do you have a little one that loves stories?

Come along to one of our free Story Time sessions for children under 5.

They take place 4 times per week across all three libraries (Richmond, Colburn and Catterick) and are a great way to encourage early reading skills and interactions with peers

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

September Quest Magazine is Out Now

 

To read this issue (and back issues) online, please go to: https://www.questonline.co.uk/

Bovington: Garrison Memorial Hall weekly activities for adults and children

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For more information & sessions for 21/90 club click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison - New parent & baby support group starts Tues 8th Sept

 

Join DorPIP, Home-Start Blackmore Vale, Babigaloo Baby Music and The Friendly Food Club for a free family launch event.

Whether you're expecting a baby, caring for a little one, or simply curious about the support available locally, we invite you to come along, meet other families and explore the new parent and baby groups launching at Blandford Camp this autumn, including Baby Massage, Little PIPs and support from Home-Start volunteers.

Drop in or reserve a free place click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema movie 'Pressure' - Mon 14th & Wed 15th Sep

 

Food and drink available to purchase at the door.

Ticket prices

Adult (15+) £4

Child £3

family ticket £11

Senior (60+) £3

Student £3

For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blackpool: Halloween Party at the Playbarn - Blackpool Zoo - 24th & 30th October

It may still be summer, but spooktacular fun awaits at the Playbarn this October!

Book online now and get ready for a FANG-TASTIC time on either the 24th Oct or 30th Oct at the Playbarn this Halloween! For just £14.95* per child, dress your little ghouls in their scariest costumes and join us for lots of tricks and treats!

*Zoo and Playbarn members receive 10% off using code MEMBER at checkout. You must bring your membership card with you on the day, otherwise you will be charged the difference.

For more Information and to book Click HERE

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

North Wiltshire & Swindon: What's on in September

Please click the links below for a selection of local upcoming events and bookmark this page for any future updates! (Updated events will be added weekly and will show in bold text to indicate they are new).

Please note that new activities have been added to the long 'recurring list of event spaces, tourism websites, etc.' section so please check to see what's on near you!

Lyneham: Vivo Impact Day for Service Personnel, Veterans and the wider Military community - Wed 16 Sep

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Please scan the QR code to register or click the following link: Vivo Impact Day Registration Form 

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Support for LGBT Veterans Impacted by the Armed Forces Ban (27 July 1967–12 January 2000) *Applications close on 12 December 2026*

Restorative Measures for LGBT Veterans Affected by the Armed Forces Ban (1967–2000)

The Ministry of Defence is delivering restorative measures to LGBT veterans impacted by the historic ban on LGBT personnel serving in the Armed Forces.

Measures Available are:

• Non-Financial Restorative Measures: Includes letters of apology, replacement discharge papers, restoration of rank/commission, the Etherton Ribbon, and more.

• Financial Recognition Scheme - Dismissed or Discharged Payment of £50,000 for LGBT veterans who were dismissed or discharged solely due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.

• Financial Recognition Scheme – impact Payment of up to £20,000 to eligible LGBT veterans to recognise the broader impacts of the Ban, assessed by an Independent Panel.

Further information about the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme, Non-Financial Restorative Measures, how to apply and support available can be found on the LGBT Veterans: support and next steps – GOV.UK page: LGBT veterans: support and next steps - GOV.UK

Financial Recognition Scheme payments are tax-free and will not affect means-tested benefits.

Eligible individuals must apply before both Schemes close at 23:59 on 12 December 2026