Rhoose: Free Arts & Craft Session on Saturday 23rd May at Rhoose Library

FREE Arts & Craft session ~ Saturday, 23 May

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Cardiff: Cardiff Met Summer School 2026 - Free short courses for adult learners - Open for bookings

Cardiff Met University:

We’re delighted to share that Cardiff Met’s Summer School 2026 is now open for bookings, offering adult learners a free and supportive way to explore new subjects and take their first step back into education.

Delivered by Cardiff Met’s Widening Access team, in collaboration with Reaching Wider, Summer School provides adults aged 18+ with the opportunity to try a wide range of engaging daytime courses at no cost. Priority is given to learners who live in areas of multiple deprivation or who face barriers to education, helping ensure those who could benefit most are able to take part. All courses are delivered during the day at our Llandaff campus between 22nd June and 3rd July, making them accessible for adults with caring responsibilities, including those needing to fit learning around the school run.

For many learners, Summer School is the beginning of something transformative. Taking part can build confidence, spark new interests and open doors to progression onto accredited community courses, with some learners ultimately continuing into part-time or full-time study at Cardiff Met.

This year we are offering over 30 short courses across a broad range of subject areas, including:

• Art, design and sewing
• Digital skills and robotics
• Education and teaching
• English language and IELTS preparation
• Sustainability and gardening
• Finance and enterprise
• Health and wellbeing
• Hospitality and food safety
• Sociology and psychology.

You can view the full Summer School brochure and find further details about the courses on offer via our website here - https://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/study/widening-access/summer-school/

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Scotland: Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance hosting events around Scotland

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Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

27th May    Edinburgh, venue information on booking

28th May    Leuchars, Community Centre

29th May    Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth High School

1st Jun       Inverness,  TBC

2nd Jun      Helensburgh, Drumfork Community Centre

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/.../impact-centre-listening...

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Grantham: Gymnasium facilities for Grantham Station

Gymnasium opening times:

Monday to Thursday
0700-1730hrs
Friday 0700- 1300hrs

Outside these timings the gym still can be used but you will need to sign the key out from the guardroom and leave your ID with them.

To use the gym:

You will need a gym induction; this can be done by any PTI at the gym. Induction takes around 10 mins and the PTI will show you around the gym and make sure you are happy with the equipment etc, within the induction you will need to fill out a form - this form is a medical questionnaire and it is also confirmation you are happy with the induction.

You require:

x2 passport size photos
Proof of insurance - you are to hold a suitable level of personal accident insurance/ third party liability.

Accessibility to:

CV suite

Weight room

Sports Hall

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Aldershot: Singalong with the Chelsea Pensioners Wednesday 27th May 2026 - Doors open 1045 - 1100 Finishes 1445

 

We are delighted to confirm that the Chelsea Pensioners are returning to our next Veterans Hub on the 27th May. Once again, they will be sharing their marvellous sing a long, raffle draw, buffet and refreshments included.

There will be a slight change to the timings on the day, opening at 1045 and continuing until 1500hrs.

As this event will no doubt be very popular again, you will need to book in advance if you want to join us.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chelsea-pensioners-veterans-outreach-singalong-afternoon-tickets-1987057423243?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=cpvo_aldershot&utm_medium=poster

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Service Children's Progression Alliance Impact Centre Listening Tour: UK-Wide and online dates May-Oct 2026

 

Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:

https://www.scipalliance.org/events/impact-centre-listening-tour

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

Lyneham: Upcoming Busy Bees sessions May-July

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Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Northern Ireland: Veterans Support NI (AAVS) Veterans Breakfast - Saturday 16th May

 

AAVS VETERANS BREAKFAST
Veterans’ Breakfast in Partnership with the Ledley Hall
Date: Saturday, 16th May 2026
Time: 09:00 – 11:30
Location: Ledley Hall Youth and Boxing Club (Just off the Beersbridge Rd, East Belfast)
Join us for a FREE cooked breakfast and a brew.

Enjoy great camaraderie, banter, and the chance to connect with support services available for veterans.

For more details, check out the poster below for contact details:

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Army Reserve Engagement and Open Day - Sunday 17th May

 

Come and meet the Employer Engagement Team along with Reservists from 152 (North Irish) Regiment RLC, 206 (Ulster) Battery RA and B (North Irish Horse) Squadron for an ARMY RESERVE ENGAGEMENT AND OPEN DAY on Sunday 17 May from 1000 to 1300 hours.

See the newly refurbished facilities and find out from the Reservists themselves, what it means to be a part of these three exciting units, based in Coleraine Army Reserve Centre.

Everyone is welcome (with photo ID)

Information provided by HIVE NI

Dunfermline: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Tuesday 12th May 1100-1230

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Costa Coffee,
Fife Leisure Park,
1 Whimbrell Place,
Dunfermline,
Fife,
KY11 8EX

Next cafe Tues 9th June

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE