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July 2, 2026
Llantwit Major: Family Summer Films - Community Cinema - July & August in Llantwit Major
Calling all families! Fancy a family film afternoon this summer?
Community Cinema is running family friendly timed films at 3pm across the summer holidays.
July film - Zootropolis 2
August film - Wicked For Good
Our aim is to bring a community cinema for the rural Vale, with no need to travel long distances at affordable prices.
Ticket with popcorn and squash/tea/coffee
Just £2.50 [adults] and only £1 for children.
Free tickets are also being made available to families accessing our local FoodBank.
Families - we know many families are struggling for things to do on a limited budget, we hope this helps. If your budget can't stretch - please message us direct
Tickets are available from our friends at Bardic Books and Nickleby's Bookstore as well as online!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Didcot: Family festival at Didcot Railway Station - 25th-26th July
The Didcot Railway Centre Family Festival celebrates summer with a fun family day out with lots of entertainment
Travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 21-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s.Steam trains will be operating on at least one of the Centre's two demonstration lines, allowing you to take unlimited rides.
* Stroll around the 1932 Engine Shed housing our unique collection of operational and cosmetically-restored locomotives.
* Make tracks to the outdoor play area or dress up as a station master
* Visit the carriage and wagon display of restored rolling stock from Victorian times to the 1940s
* Marvel at Brunel's Broad Gauge railway, locomotives, coaches and transfer shed and don't miss a section of his not entirely successful 'Atmospheric Railway'
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.
Didcot: Brick adventures at Didcot Railway Centre - 22nd-23rd August
Join us at Didcot Railway Centre on 22–23 August 2026 for Brick Adventures, a fantastic family event celebrating the world’s most popular building brick. Discover amazing displays, including the exciting Block Party Robot League and a detailed miniature Didcot Railway Centre.
Your ticket includes full access to 24 acres of Great Western Railway heritage, with unlimited train rides, an original 1932 engine shed housing over 20 locomotives, beautifully restored coaches and wagons, and a fascinating archive spanning railway history from the 1800s to today.
Enjoy two events for the price of one and experience a great value family day out in Oxfordshire this summer.
Click HERE for more information.
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison family summer activity programme - July & August.
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Sign up here: AWS Community Support (Blandford & Bovington)
Information provided by Bovington HIVEBovington: Wool Parish Newsletter July 2026
Local information, events, notices & updates
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
July 1, 2026
Hereford: Herefordshire Council Job opportunities
Looking for a career with purpose?
If you’re searching for a role where you can make a real difference, Herefordshire Council has a range of opportunities available.
Working for the council gives you the chance to deliver meaningful work that has a direct impact on residents, businesses and communities across the county.
You’ll also benefit from: Professional development opportunities
Career progression
A supportive and collaborative working environment
The chance to make a positive difference every day
If you’re ready for your next challenge, take a look at the current vacancies and find out more here: https://orlo.uk/jTDzg
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Monmouthshire: Find your Local Youth Centre
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Looking for somewhere to hang out, meet new people, get support, try new activities, or just have a safe space to be yourself?
We’ve brought all of our Youth Centre opening times together in one place, making it easier than ever to find your local session.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Looking for somewhere to hang out, meet new people, get support, try new activities, or just have a safe space to be yourself?
We’ve brought all of our Youth Centre opening times together in one place, making it easier than ever to find your local session.
- Chepstow
- Caldicot
- Monmouth
- Abergavenny
- Free to attend
- Friendly youth workers
- Fun activities
- Support when you need it
- Safe and inclusive spaces
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Llantwit Major: Summer Reading Challenge - Super Sign Up Saturday - 04 July 26 at Llantwit Major Library
Llantwit Major Library:
The countdown is on…just a few days to go until this year’s Summer Reading Challenge – Read to the Beat!
We can’t wait to welcome children and families back for another summer of stories, fun and reading adventures!
Join us for our Super Saturday Sign-up next Saturday at your local library and be among the first to start your Read to the Beat journey.
Who’s ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer?
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Dorset: Poole Military tattoo performance - Sat 12th Sep. Book tickets now.
The first ever Poole Military Tattoo will be held in Poole Stadium on 12 September 2026.
Includes Military style pipe & drum bands and a performance by Bovington Military Wives Choir
Salute to the Services — A moving tribute to those who serve and protect our communities.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Salute to the Services — A moving tribute to those who serve and protect our communities.
For full details and to book tickets click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
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