Kent & Medway: Domestic Abuse Support

 

Trigger Warning: Domestic abuse can lead to a person feeling like there is no escape and having suicidal thoughts. 30% of suspected suicides in Kent and Medway have domestic abuse as a factor (@KentPolice).

Support services are there for anyone experiencing abuse and can provide practical and emotional support including refuge, safe accommodation, specialist programmes and 1-2-1 help.

Find help and resources:

Domestic Abuse (domesticabuseservices.org.uk)

Mental health - Kent County Council

Every Mind Matters - Kent County Council

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub 

Military coworking free online events - Thurs 16th April

Free Trello workshop - Thursday 16th April at 10:30am.

If you’ve always wanted to know how to use Trello better, perhaps for social media content creation, organising your house or simply as a way of ranking the members of your favourite pop band (all real ways Rachel has used it in the past!) then you need to come along to our Trello Masterclass

Trello is a free, web-based project management and productivity tool that uses Kanban boards, and if none of that makes sense but you love a good list, planner or organisational system then definitely come along.

Tax Return Coworking - Thursday 16th April at 7:30pm

If you need to complete a tax return this year but find that you keep putting it off, we’re here with the answer! 

It gives you the accountability and time to get it done, all with the company of us online. We won’t be able to give any advice, but we will definitely be able to help motivate you and celebrate with you when you get it done.

Come to one or both, head to our events page to book on for free. The link is: Tax Return Coworking | Military Coworking

It’s completely free to attend and we’d love to have you there.

Check out our events page or click the link here to sign up: Trello Masterclass | Military Coworking

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Mission Motorsport April Newsletter

Highlights in April's Edition Include:

• A recent live podcast event with Smith and Sniff raised £10,000 in support of Mission Motorsport, thanks to ticket sales and a silent auction.
• There are expanding opportunities for Armed Forces personnel to take part in the 2026 BTCC Grid Person experience, offering access to the pit lane, grid walk, and a full race day.
• Our Banter, Brews & Cars track day at Three Sisters Circuit delivered a valuable mix of driving experiences and wellbeing impact for attendees.
• The Disabled Drivers Scholarship returns for 2026 with increased funded places and continued pathways into competitive motorsport.

To view the Newsletter - CLICK HERE

Vale of Glamorgan: Litter Picking Hubs - Keep Wales Tidy

Vale of Glamorgan Council: 

Did you know there are 11 litter picking hubs across the Vale of Glamorgan?

They’re part of a network of 200+ hubs across Wales, with free kits available to borrow, including litter pickers, hi-vis vests and bags

They are there for anyone planning a community clean-up - a big thank you to all the community champions who go above and beyond to help keep our communities cared for

Find your nearest hub and find out how to get involved with Keep Wales Tidy - Cadwch Gymru'n Daclus Facebook Page

Visit the Keep Wales Tidy website here

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Vale of Glamorgan: Soft plastic collections start from Mon 13th April across the Vale of Glamorgan

Vale of Glamorgan Council:

A quick reminder that our soft plastics recycling collection service has now launched across Barry and the rural Vale

You should already have received:

• A roll of blue bags for your soft plastics
• An information leaflet explaining what can and cannot be recycled

If you live in Barry or the Rural Vale and haven’t received your bags yet, please let us know via our online form

For residents in Penarth, Dinas Powys and surrounding areas who took part in the pilot:

During April and May, we’ll be delivering your next roll of sacks.

From 2027, all households will have one roll delivered per year. You’ll also be able to pick up additional rolls from local libraries and Civic Offices if needed.

We've explored a range of options but as the rolls are larger than standard food caddy liners, we’re unable to carry them on collection vehicles for ad hoc requests.

Thank you for all your recycling efforts.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Edinburgh/Glencorse/Leuchars: AWS Lowlands Summer Residential 21st - 24th July 2026 - registration closes Friday 29th May

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Register your interest using the QR code above by 29th May.

For further information contact Emma Twyford CDW emma.twyford100@mod.gov.uk.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Haverfordwest: April Family Events Schedule at Cashfield Community Centre

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Family Movie Morning at The Drill Hall on Sat 19th April 2026

Chepstow Town Council: It's family movie morning time!

Zootropilis 2
Sunday 19th April, 9.30am
The Drill Hall

Join us this Sunday for a relaxed family cinema morning at The Drill Hall! Enjoy breakfast and colouring from 9:30am before settling in for Zootropolis 2 at 10:00am.

Tickets £3.50 (babes in arms free). Pre-book on The Drill Hall website and order breakfast deals.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Chepstow: Free tickets available from The Drill Hall for Major Jim's Chepstow Music Fest on 18th April 2026

Chepstow Town Council:

Major Jim's Chepstow Music Fest - Running order announced!
Don't miss:

Jim MacTaggart - 6.10pm
Polly Steadman - 6.30pm
Tom Price Stevens - 7pm
Giles Norman - 7.30pm
Holly and Zac - 8pm
Steve Payne and Lyndon Webb - 8.45pm
Fat Dad - 9.30pm
Black Eyed Mog - 10.15pm

Grab your free ticket from The Drill Hall website now to guarantee entry.
Join a night of live music with local artists and original music!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Lyneham: Service Families Coffee Morning at Lyneham Primary School - Mon 20 Apr

 

Staff from MOD Lyneham (including Lyneham HIVE, the AWS CDW and 8TrgBn Welfare Clerk) will be attending Service Families Coffee Morning at Lyneham Primary School, taking place on Monday 20th April from 8:45am - 10:00am.

This is a lovely opportunity to come along for a relaxed meet and greet, connect with other families, and access information and support available to you.

Refreshments will be available, as well as colouring activities for little ones.

If you have any questions, please contact the School or email rc-pers-hive-lyneham-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk.

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE