Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support

The mobile advice bus will be parked adjacent to the HIVE building (Corner of King George V Road & Swinton Avenue) Speak to advisors face to face.

PLEASE NOTE ADVICE SESSIONS ON THURS 22nd & 29th OCTOBER WILL BE HELD IN THE PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL ROOM WITHIN THE HIVE BUILDING. 

Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.

Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison remembrance service - Sun 8th Nov

 

The Officer’s mess attendance is by official invite only.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Royal signals museum 'Behind Enemy Lines' book talk with author Damien Lewis. Tues 3rd Nov. Tickets on sale now.

Click on poster above to enlarge

Bestselling author Damien Lewis is coming to the Royal Signals Museum on Tuesday 3rd November to give a talk about his new book, Behind Enemy Lines.

Lewis will bring to life the extraordinary story of Captain Lewis ‘Archie’ Gibson, a pioneering member of the Long Range Desert Group whose daring missions took him deep behind enemy lines during the Second World War. An unmissable evening for anyone fascinated by military history and Special Forces.

To book tickets click HERE

Information is provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison festive family fun coach trip Sun 6th Dec - Book your space now!

 

Full details can be found by scanning the QR Code on the poster above or click HERE

Save the date – Wednesday 2nd December – Blandford Christmas Kick Off – our events team are in the process of planning this event which will be held in the Semaphore Arms between 1600 and 2000hrs. More details to follow in due course.

A Christmas youth club trip will also be offered, date and place still being confirmed. More information to follow in due course.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison ladies festive shopping night Wed 4th Nov - Book now!

Full details can be found by scanning the QR Code on the poster above or click HERE

Save the date – Wednesday 2nd December – Blandford Christmas Kick Off – our events team are in the process of planning this event which will be held in the Semaphore Arms between 1600 and 2000hrs. More details to follow in due course.

A Christmas youth club trip will also be offered, date and place still being confirmed. More information to follow in due course.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Infant massage & baby support groups at Blandford Camp

 

Infant Massage commencing 2nd November to 30th November – 1230 – 1400hrs

Little Pips Peer Support Group commencing 2nd November to 30th November 1000 – 1130hrs

The new sessions are available to sign up, full details are on below link.

AWS Community Support - Blandford & Bovington

Limited places available.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Hampshire: Where to go Pumpkin picking in Hampshire

A favourite autumn pastime, every October pumpkins pop up across the county ripe for the picking and ready to take home to decorate for Halloween or to conjure up pumpkin-themed recipes.

Stroll through fields dotted with orange and take some gourd-geous photos – from traditional pick-your-own farms to Halloween mazes and trails, try these top pumpkin picking places in Hampshire.

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Kent & Medway: Release the Pressure, 24-Hour Support Service

It's natural to feel anxious or under stress in uncertain times. If you are feeling the pressure today, do not suffer in silence.

Release the Pressure is a free, confidential 24-hour service. Support is available whenever you need it.

To get in touch you can:

Text the word 'Medway' or 'Kent' to 85258

Use the Release the Pressure webchat services

Call 0800 107 0160.

Release the Pressure is provided by independent charities and funded by Kent County Council and Medway Council.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Oxfordshire: Museums and Heritage

Explore Museums and Heritage Attractions

You’ll never be short of cultural things to do in Southern Oxfordshire thanks to its diverse array of captivating museums, listed buildings and heritage attractions. In Wantage, the Vale & Downland Museum offers a window into the cultural heritage of the Vale of White Horse region, complemented by a charming café with a terrace and garden. A visit to the Abingdon County Hall Museum immerses you in the vibrant history of Abingdon through dynamic exhibitions and community-driven initiatives.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Boroughbridge: Inclusive Junior Football Club 7 - 17 years welcome

INCLUSIVE FOOTBALL IN BOROUGHBRIDGE – NEW PLAYERS WELCOME! 

Does your child love football, or fancy giving it a try in a friendly, welcoming environment?

We’re sharing information about a fantastic inclusive football team in Boroughbridge that welcomes boys and girls with additional needs and disabilities.

The team already has children with a range of needs and offers a chance for children to enjoy football, make friends and feel part of a team.

Why give it a try?
A fun, friendly and non-judgemental environment
An opportunity to make friends and feel included
Build confidence and develop new skills
Enjoy playing football alongside other children
Be part of a team where everyone is welcome!