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September 17, 2026
September 16, 2026
Bovington: Tank museum 'quiet morning' session - 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
Blandford: Garrison cinema movie 'Practical Magic' Thurs 17th Sep
Food and drink available to purchase at the door.
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Adult (15+) £4
Child £3
family ticket £11
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
September 15, 2026
Gloucestershire: County Council updates September 2026
Please click the links below for the relevant update newsletters, and note that new updates will be included as the month goes on:
- Families In Partnership - for Families with SEND
- Employment & Skills Hub latest news, updates and opportunities
- Exciting Gloucestershire Libraries updates and events
- Latest news and updates from Gloucestershire Recycles
- 'Greener Gloucestershire' latest updates and information
- Gloucestershire celebrates the launch of the County's first 'Best Start Family Hub'
- Family Hubs network helping more Gloucestershire families receive support
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Department for Work & Pensions update: Do you know your state pension age?
With Pension Awareness Week 2026 ongoing, DWP are encouraging customers, service users, colleagues and stakeholders to take one simple first step: checking their State Pension age on GOV.UK.
As State Pension entitlement is linked to National Insurance contributions, the Service community are reminded that spouses or civil partners who accompanied their Serving partner on an overseas assignment can complete a Gov.uk online form to request that NI credits are applied to their record for time spent overseas. For further information, eligibility criteria and the online form, please go to: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-insurance-credits-for-partners-of-armed-forces-personnel-overseas
As State Pension entitlement is linked to National Insurance contributions, the Service community are reminded that spouses or civil partners who accompanied their Serving partner on an overseas assignment can complete a Gov.uk online form to request that NI credits are applied to their record for time spent overseas. For further information, eligibility criteria and the online form, please go to: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-insurance-credits-for-partners-of-armed-forces-personnel-overseas
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