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February 24, 2026
St Athan: The Vale Youth Service are opening a New Youth Club in St Athan on 5th March 26 at The Gathering Place
The Vale Youth Service are opening a new youth club in Saint Athan! 5th March!
Mae Gwasanaeth Ieuenctid y Fro yn agor clwb ieuenctid newydd yn Sain Tathan! 5 Mawrth!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Powys: Family Fun Day at West Midlands Safari Park on Saturday 9th May for Military Families in Powys
The Equitable Education Team - Powys:
Dear Parents and Carers,
The Equitable Education Team (formerly the Vulnerable Groups Team) in Powys is proud to support Military Connected Children across the county. As part of our role within the Powys Education Inclusion Service, we work closely with schools to promote the wellbeing and educational experiences of these children.
Each year, we celebrate the Month of the Military Child, and this year we’re excited to do something extra special. Alongside our usual school visits, we’re delighted to invite you to a Family Fun Day at West Midlands Safari Park on Saturday 9th May.
Thanks to funding awarded by SSCE Cymru, following feedback from our pupil voice questionnaire, we are able to offer this trip free of charge. Free transport from Newtown or Brecon is also available if needed (details are included in the booking form).
If you would like to join us, please complete the booking form below.
No physical tickets will be issued: your completed form will secure your place.
Family Fun Day – West Midlands Safari Park, Saturday 9th May – Booking Form
If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate spaces.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please get in touch with a member of the team:
jane.watts@powys.gov.uk
gillian.bowen@powys.gov.uk
alison.stephens@powys.gov.uk
We hope you can join us for what promises to be a fantastic day out!
Warm regards,
The Equitable Education Team
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Dear Parents and Carers,
The Equitable Education Team (formerly the Vulnerable Groups Team) in Powys is proud to support Military Connected Children across the county. As part of our role within the Powys Education Inclusion Service, we work closely with schools to promote the wellbeing and educational experiences of these children.
Each year, we celebrate the Month of the Military Child, and this year we’re excited to do something extra special. Alongside our usual school visits, we’re delighted to invite you to a Family Fun Day at West Midlands Safari Park on Saturday 9th May.
Thanks to funding awarded by SSCE Cymru, following feedback from our pupil voice questionnaire, we are able to offer this trip free of charge. Free transport from Newtown or Brecon is also available if needed (details are included in the booking form).
If you would like to join us, please complete the booking form below.
No physical tickets will be issued: your completed form will secure your place.
Family Fun Day – West Midlands Safari Park, Saturday 9th May – Booking Form
If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate spaces.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please get in touch with a member of the team:
jane.watts@powys.gov.uk
gillian.bowen@powys.gov.uk
alison.stephens@powys.gov.uk
We hope you can join us for what promises to be a fantastic day out!
Warm regards,
The Equitable Education Team
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Northern Ireland: South Eastern Regional College (SERC) Jobs and Careers Fair - Various dates in February and March
Whether you’re exploring your next steps, preparing for employment, or simply curious about what opportunities are out there, these events are the perfect place to start. Come along to meet employers, ask questions and discover the many pathways open to you.
Tuesday 24 February
Bangor Campus – Central Hall
Wednesday 25 February
Downpatrick Campus – Sports Hall
Tuesday 3 March
Newtownards Campus – Reception Area
Wednesday 4 March
Lisburn Campus – Sports Hall
https://ow.ly/5Gvc50Yk5Fy
#BetterOffAtSERC
Information provided by HIVE NI
Brecon: Free event - Brecon & District Mind: Poetry in Mind on Fridays
Brecon & District Mind: Poetry in Mind
Friday 27 February 2026
Explore perspectives through poetry!
Brecon & District Mind welcomes people of all abilities to an opportunity to explore poetry in a friendly space!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Chepstow: March and April events at your Drill Hall, Chepstow
Drill Hall:
In the next 9 weeks Chace brings you the full mix of the artistic and creative delights promised in our header! Starting this Thursday with NTLive's "THE AUDIENCE" there are another dozen very varied productions and performances before the in-person lecture on the Bloomsbury Group artists at the end of April. Check out what's-on and add your selection to your diary/calendar/pinboard/phone or to-do list!Northern Ireland: St Patrick's Day Event in Belfast - March 1st - March 17th
From March 1-17, Belfast will be the place to be for St Patrick’s Day, with a packed programme of events from Belfast City Council stretching right across the city.
Following the annual Spar Craic 10K race, leaving from City Hall at 9am, the city centre will be the setting for the annual St Patrick’s Day parade on Tuesday 17 March.
Information provided by HIVE NI
St Athan: Free Courses for Partners & Spouses of Serving Personnel - Schedule of Courses taking place at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre
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Up-skill with Free Training at St Athan!
Are you a partner or spouse of serving personnel or a reservist? The Family Foundation is bringing a series of free, accredited and non-accredited courses directly to you at the West Camp Community Centre!
Whether you are looking to boost your CV or learn vital life skills, we have a range of sessions scheduled this spring.
Location:
West Camp Community Centre, St Athan, CF62 4NA
Are you a partner or spouse of serving personnel or a reservist? The Family Foundation is bringing a series of free, accredited and non-accredited courses directly to you at the West Camp Community Centre!
Whether you are looking to boost your CV or learn vital life skills, we have a range of sessions scheduled this spring.
Location:
West Camp Community Centre, St Athan, CF62 4NA
Schedule of Events:
Risk Assessment (Level 2): Wednesday, 11th March | 9:45 AM – 2:30 PM (4 hours)
Conflict Management (Level 2):Monday, 6th April | 9:45 AM – 2:30 PM (4 hours)
Risk Assessment (Level 2): Wednesday, 11th March | 9:45 AM – 2:30 PM (4 hours)
Conflict Management (Level 2):
New Date: Monday 27th April
Family First Aid Awareness: Wednesday, 15th April | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (2 hours)
Basic Life Support & Defibrillator Use: Wednesday, 13th May | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (2 hours)
Family First Aid Awareness: Wednesday, 15th April | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (2 hours)
Basic Life Support & Defibrillator Use: Wednesday, 13th May | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (2 hours)
How to Register
All courses are completely free and are open to Wives, Spouses or partners of serving personnel, including Reservists.
Secure your spot today by:
Scanning the QR code on the flyer or
Clicking the registration link: https://forms.office.com/e/NmsNiFeArt
For more information, feel free to contact our Project Co-ordinator, Charlie Hammond, at 07322 74552 or email charles@thefamilyfoundation.co.uk.
All courses are completely free and are open to Wives, Spouses or partners of serving personnel, including Reservists.
Secure your spot today by:
Scanning the QR code on the flyer or
Clicking the registration link: https://forms.office.com/e/NmsNiFeArt
For more information, feel free to contact our Project Co-ordinator, Charlie Hammond, at 07322 74552 or email charles@thefamilyfoundation.co.uk.
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