Lothian: Lothian Veterans Centre LVC Bacon Roll - Friday 20th

Nothing planned for Friday? Then why not get yourself along to the LVC Bacon Roll Morning on Friday the 20th.

It’s a great chance to catch up with friends, have a laugh, and enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

If you would like to join us please let the team know what you would like on your roll by 12 noon on Thursday the 19th of March.

Email contact@lvc.scot or Call 0131 660 55

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison church - Thursdays bible study/fellowship group.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison youth club sessions (inters & seniors) Mon & Wed

Venue: Semaphore Arms Function Room (located near the WRVS/Junior Rates Cookhouse and WO/Sgts Mess).

Junior sessions, for children in school years 1 to 3 will return in due course. More information to follow in the coming weeks.

For further information on youth club sessions contact James.Tarring100@mod.gov.uk

Volunteers are always needed to help out. If you can help in anyway at any of the sessions please contact James Tarring at above email address.

For those children that aren’t yet registered, there will be a QR code provided on entry for parents to complete or see below.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Blandford: Garrison housing drop in session - 18th March

If you are experiencing any issues or have concerns with your service families accommodation and would like to speak to someone in person, you're welcome to drop in to the Pinnacle housing office on Mudros Road. (Blandford Camp), no appointment necessary.

Housing drop in is 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month. 0900 - 1200hrs.

You can also report an issue with your SFA by calling 0800 031 8628 or send an email to hello@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

 

Blandford: Garrison easter egg competition sponsored by SSAFA - Register by Fri 3rd April

 

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Month of the Military Child: Poetry and Art Competition 1 Apr -1 May

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Has your child entered the Month of the Military Child competition yet? It is a great time for young people to share a poem or piece of artwork! All participants receive a beautiful, personalised certificate and winners will have their work published and be invited for a special award ceremony in London!

Visit neversuchinnocence.com/month-of-the-military-child to learn more or enter the competition.

Blackpool: FC Community Trust - Join Our Gardening Club at Fylde Memorial Arboretum

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Lytham St Annes: Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival at Fairhaven Lake - 16 May

Blue Skies Dragon Boat Festival

Watch teams of 17 people per boat battle it out to be crowned the champions.

With lakeside stalls and food vendors, plus the café at Fairhaven Lake, it’s a great day out! All raising money for Blue Skies – Blackpool NHS hospitals charity fund.

You can also register your team to take part! Feel the adrenaline surge as the drums beat in sync with your heartbeat, propelling your team across Fairhaven Lake. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, this is an unforgettable adventure for a fantastic cause.

Fairhaven Lake - Lytham St Annes 

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Lytham St Annes: Faihaven Lake Open Day - Sunday 29th March - 11am-4pm

FAIRHAVEN OPEN DAY 2026

A fun filled Free family day out 

Fairhaven Open Day an action-packed day for all the family, we can’t wait to welcome you back for 2026! 

Hop on one of our magnificent Fairhaven Motorboats or a Pedalo as they launch for the first time this year and see the lake from a different perspective. 

Opening soon FAIRHAVEN VISITORS CENTRE – come and find out all about the iconic building and it’s makeover for 2026! See our resident clubs and community groups in action all over the park and on the lake – we have something for everyone, better still find out how you can get involved. 

Our friendly staff can’t wait to welcome you to a fun filled FREE family day on the Fylde Coast.

Fairhaven Lake and Gardens
Inner Promenade, Lytham Saint Annes FY8 1BD

Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Bovington: Tank museum, win a ride in world famous Tiger 131 tank. Enter by Mon 23rd March

      

The Tank Museum is giving two tank fans the chance to win a ride in its most famous exhibit: one in an online auction and the other in a raffle. The lucky winners will take their seats on 18 April at Tiger Day Spring 2026 and be driven around our Kuwait Arena as part of the mock battle.

With its impenetrable armour, powerful gun, and huge size, the German Tiger I became a legend of its time. Arguably the most famous tank of WW2, it was designed for Hitler’s 50th birthday and quickly gained a mythical status which it has retained today.

Tiger 131 was the first Tiger I to be captured by the Western Allies and is the only surviving example that you can see in action. Every year, it attracts thousands of visitors to The Tank Museum from around the world, for the chance to see it in the arena alongside other WW2 tanks.

The auction will be live on 13 March and closes at 10 am on Monday 23 March 2026. Raffle tickets are available to purchase until 12 noon on Tuesday 24 March 2026. Find out more and enter on The Tank Museum website: tankmuseum.org 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE