April 22, 2026

Hereford: Families invited to enjoy new free Stay and Play sessions in Herefordshire libraries




Parents and carers of young children are being encouraged to visit their local library as Herefordshire Council launches a brand‑new programme of free Stay and Play sessions.

The weekly drop-in sessions will run from 27 April at Hereford, Leominster, Ross‑on‑Wye and Ledbury libraries, offering a welcoming space for children aged 0–5 years and their families.

Building on the success of the libraries’ popular Storytime sessions, Stay and Play gives families the chance to enjoy toys, games, crafts and stories in a relaxed and friendly environment and supports early learning and development in young children through play.

The sessions aim to make libraries fun, inclusive places where families can meet and feel part of their local community.

Parents and carers can find out more about the Stay and Play sessions by contacting Hereford, Leominster, Ross‑on‑Wye or Ledbury libraries, or by visiting the Herefordshire Libraries Storytimes and Stay and Play Eventbrite page.


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Brecon: Brecon & District Mind Plant Sale on Sat 16th May at Brecon Cathedral


Brecon & District Mind: 

We'd love you to come join us Saturday 16th May at Brecon Cathedral for our Plant Sale.
Cash purchases only with all proceeds going towards our wonderful Green Minds program.

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St Athan: St Athan Youth Club every Thursday at The Gathering Place, St Athan

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Northern Ireland: Red Bull Soapbox Race Belfast - Sunday 17th May

 

Red Bull Soapbox Race is set to make a spectacular return to the island of Ireland this May, with Belfast’s iconic Stormont Estate confirmed as the stage for one of the world’s most entertaining sporting spectacles.

Taking place on Sunday, May 17th, this unique downhill race will see 40 fearless teams go head-to-head in a gravity-powered dash for glory, piloting their own homemade soapbox machines down a purpose-built course in the shadow of one of Belfast’s most historic landmarks.

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Staffordshire: Rugeley's Food Frenzy May 2 to 4th


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Lichfield: Andysman Club - Talking Groups for men


ANDYSMANCLUB Andy’s Man Club Lichfield provides a welcoming space for men to talk about mental health every Monday, 7–9pm. Come along, grab a brew, and be part of a supportive community.

#ITSOKAYTOTALK


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Staffordshire: Lichfield Food & Drink Festival - May 16-17 - Free Entry


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Shropshire Armed Forces Family Day - 27 June


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Weeton: AWS Community Support - What's on April to June 26

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Northern Ireland: Home To School Transport Applications - Department of Education

 
Some children may be able to get help with home to school transport.
Parents can apply online.

For more information, please click the link
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/home-school-transport
Department of Education NI Education Authority

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