August 10, 2026

Stirling: Veterans Try Curling Tuesday 29th September 6-8pm

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Gloucestershire: County Council updates August 2026


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

Wiltshire: Free for Military families 'Helping my child with anxiety and worry' online course - Thu 17 Sep

 

Please click here to visit the Family and Community Learning Team website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

St Andrews: Join West Sands Ranger Service for some riddles, wildlife spotting and other fun activities Wednesday 12th August 1000 - 1100

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Final Coastal Explorer event of the summer holidays...where's the time going!

Come and be a 'rambling ranger'...

Contact us to book on the event, can't guarantee the weather but can guarantee its free, educational and focused on fun.

Children must be accompanied.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Andrews: West Sands Ranger Summer Beach Clean, Saturday 15th August 10am - 12pm

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The next coastal clean up folks, you would be welcome to come along. A bit of easy social, bit of fresh air and a good walk.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Andrews: Save the date Sunday 20th September 1000 - 1400 St Andrews Linkfest


We are opening up to give an opportunity for our communities to learn about the why’s, how’s and what the Links are all about.

Fun and family friendly.

West Sands Road, St Andrews

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: Civil Service Jobs VALOUR Scotland Field Officer - Highlands & Islands Apply before 11:55 pm on Friday 21st August 2026

Location

Kinloss Barracks, Forres, Kinloss, IV36 3UH or Army Reserve Centre, Edgar Road, Elgin, IV30 6YQ

The area coverage for this role includes Highland, Argyll & Bute, Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland. It will involve significant travel, particularly within this area, and will include visits to other locations across the UK. Work-related travel and subsistence costs will be reimbursed except when travelling to your base location, in line with departmental policy.

Scotland: Civil Service Jobs VALOUR Scotland Field Officer - Central East, apply by 11.55 pm Wednesday 19th August

Location
Forthview House, 30 Hilton Road, Rosyth, Dunfermline KY11 2BL

The area coverage for this role includes City of Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, Stirling and Fife. It will involve significant travel, particularly within this area, and will include visits to other locations across the UK. Work-related travel and subsistence costs will be reimbursed except when travelling to your base location, in line with departmental policy.

Civvy Street Magazine – Aug/Sep 26 issue out now

 

Bovington: Tank museum 'quiet morning' visit - Sat 19th Sep



Join us for a quiet morning aimed at anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to The Tank Museum. From 09:30-11:00 all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with autism; children with social, emotional, or mental health needs; adults living with dementia and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience.

At 1100 sounds will be switched back on, but visitors are welcome to remain in the Museum for as long as they like.

Sensory backpacks can be borrowed from main admissions free of charge. Backpacks include ear defenders, magnifying glass, book, squeezy toy, torch, periscope, and Commander Basil bear.

Future date for quiet morning - 
Sat 5th Dec

Information provided by Bovington HIVE