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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.

Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.

We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.

To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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September 17, 2025

Folkestone: New Romney Armed Forces Veterans Drop-In on the 2nd Friday of Every Month, 1000hrs till 1200hrs

 


Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Bicester: tower treasures baby and toddler group - every Thursday during termtime


Baby and toddler drop-in group ages 0-4. Play, enjoy refreshments, stories, songs and a chat! The Parish Room, St Michael at the North Gate, termtime Thursdays 1000-1145hrs. 

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.

Hampshire: Home Start Hampshire in Rushmoor & Hart



At Home-Start Hampshire we run a range of family groups which are by referral only, third party or self-referral. The groups are supported by trained and experienced volunteers who will ensure you and your little one(s) are welcomed, feel safe and have a positive experience.

All of our groups provide a safe non-judgmental environment where families can make the first steps to regular social interaction and peer support.

To refer a family to one of our groups, or make a self-referral please complete and return a referral form, which can be found HERE

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

London: Diversity matters - music for mind and motherhood - Wednesdays 1100-1230hrs


Singing can lift our moods and make us feel better, boost our confidence and reduce stress, give us space to express ourselves, and help us to connect with others and with ourselves. 

For this group, we dive into the magic of singing, and how it can create a space for wellbeing, connection and expression, offering an alternative way in to exploring your journey through motherhood. We will learn songs, practice gentle grounding and sound making exercises that encourage noticing and presence, and invite creative play where you can contribute your ideas if you wish. And the best bit: you absolutely do not have to 'be a singer' to enjoy singing and take part!

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Oxfordshire: NHS Oxfordshire talking therapies

NHS Oxfordshire Talking Therapies has a number of treatment choices or options available to offer you. We deliver NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidance recommended treatments. To help you choose the right level of support and a choice of evidence based therapy, there are a number of different options, such as: 

- Courses and groups

- Online treatments

- One to one support

- Physical health

- Employment support

- Wellbeing service

Click HERE for more information. 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

London: Home Start London



Home Start are there for parents when they need it the most because childhood can’t wait

All parents struggle at one time or another and Home-Start is ready to support London families through their toughest times.

Home-Start trains and supports volunteers to work alongside parents in their own home giving compassionate and confidential support, tailored to each family. Home-Start London is a consortium of 12 local Home-Starts operating across 24 London boroughs. 

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Lichfield: Youth Clubs from 15 September and Youth Club Notice


 





Information supplied by: Central HIVE Hub

September 16, 2025

South Cerney & Innsworth: Baby hubs in Gloucestershire


Gloucestershire Health Visiting Services offer Baby Hub appointments for parents, carers and babies across the county, including in:

  • South Cerney
  • Cirencester
  • Gloucester
  • Churchdown
  • Cheltenham

The staff at the Baby Hubs can weigh your baby and answer questions and topics specific to your child’s needs and development. They try to be flexible with timings but please note that last entry to hubs is usually 10 minutes before the closing time to allow staff time to pack up and get to their next appointment.

Please be aware, whilst staff try to avoid cancellations at short notice, they may need to cancel hubs at short notice due to circumstances outside of their control. Last minute cancellations will be shared on the Health Visiting Facebook Page.

Alternatively, details of the all services provided can be found here.

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Cheltenham: Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular - Wed 3 Dec

 

Please click here for further information

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Moray: Are you a working parent who feels you’re not reaching your full potential?


With funding available, the In-Work Upskilling project can help you gain new skills, boost your career prospects, increase your income, and improve your household finances.

What’s included?

Accredited qualifications, vocational training, or industry-recognised courses
Tailored support from an Employability Coordinator

Check the criteria and find out more: bit.ly/MoraySWAPiwup


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE