Sandown: Sunset Summer Safaris at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

 

This summer enjoy the relaxing Sunset Safari's at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary in Sandown on the Isle of Wight. Returning every Wednesday evening between the 5th August - 26th August.

This special opportunity allows visitors to enjoy an enchanting encounter in the early evening. As the sun sets over the Island and the lions begin to roar, kick back and relax alongside our rescued animals as they settle down for the evening. It is a rare opportunity to see them in a completely different light.

Enjoy animal talks and feeds, the chance to visit the cocktails and mocktail bar, try gin tasing, enjoy live music, sizzling BBQ creating the perfect summer vibes for your visit to the Isle of Wight.

Click HERE for more informaiton

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Catterick: Kids eat for £1 over the Summer Holiday at Spud Shack

 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Beaconsfield: Summertime Adventures at Bekonscot

 

Bekonscot was established in 1929 by Roland Callingham and is the world's oldest original model village and railway

Click HERE for further information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Vale of Glamorgan: Summer of Fun with the Vale Sports Team

Vale Sports Development Team: 

Spaces still available for upcoming Summer of Fun sessions.

Book via: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/summer-2026-4851475

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

MOD’s Families Hub is now in its second year – have you used it yet?

 

https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/families/

Gloucestershire: County Council updates July 2026

 

Please click the links below for the relevant update newsletters, and note that new updates may be included as the month goes on:

• Families In Partnership - for Families with SEND
• Gloucestershire Libraries - updates and events over Summer
• Employment & Skills Hub - latest news and updates
• Gloucestershire Recycles - info and events

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

MoneyHelper Information: AI and Financial Decisions

 

AI & financial decisions – what you need to know

Introduction

Research surveys suggest AI can boost confidence, but that confidence doesn’t always translate into improved financial decision making or outcomes. A study reported by Fortune found that while many millennials and Gen Z users reported felling more confident after using AI for financial advice, over 50% of them also said it had led them to make at least one poor financial decision. Feeling more confident doesn’t always mean the information is accurate.

Here’s what you need to know before relying on AI for budgeting, saving or investing.

What AI can do

Ask an AI tool to explain a confusing financial term, and it’ll do it in seconds. Want help drafting a letter to your energy provider? No problem. Need a simple budget? It can build one in minutes. AI tools may be able to:

• explain financial terms in simple language
• summarise long documents, like terms and conditions
• help you compare options based on the criteria you give it
• create budgets or savings plans tailored to your goals
• help you role‑play tricky conversations, like negotiating a bill or asking for a refund.

Lichfield: Pinnacle & Amey Housing Surgery - 11 August

Information supplied by: Central HIVE Hub

 

Wiltshire: Free Sensory Play Areas in Chippenham, Trowbridge and Salisbury

If you are looking to get out of the sun then don't forget we have our Sensory play areas in our flagship hubs that can be booked for FREE!

Give us a call on 0800 970 4669 or email Wiltshirefamilyhubs@spurgeons.org to check availability.

For further information please click the links below:

• Family Hub website
• Family Hub Facebook page

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Catterick: Want to make a difference? Volunteer for SSAFA

SSAFA is looking for volunteers who are passionate about giving back to the Armed Forces community to join its new Serving Community Team at Catterick Garrison. Depending on your preferences and the role you choose, you can help with fundraising, managing finances, or supporting marketing efforts.  

Volunteers can give as much or as little time as they can – the roles are designed to be flexible, as we understand many of our volunteers also have work or family commitments. No experience is necessary for most positions, but a military connection or an understanding of the unique challenges that service personnel and their families face would be excellent.

Volunteering with the SCT at Catterick Garrison is a fantastic way to give back to your community, and your time can make a world of difference in the lives of service personnel and their families. To find out more about volunteering opportunities, please email sct.interest@ssafa.org.uk or check out the roles below.

SCT Finance Coordinator (Catterick) | SSAFA Volunteering

SCT Administration Coordinator (Catterick) | SSAFA Volunteering

SCT Events and Fundraising Coordinator (Catterick) | SSAFA Volunteering

SCT Community Connection Champion (Catterick) | SSAFA Volunteering

Information provided by North HIVE Hub