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September 30, 2026
Blandford: Garrison pregnancy, maternity & new parent network sessions - Starts Tues 20th Oct & Tues 24th Nov
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Connecting expectant parents with experienced parents, plus educational talks on topics like breastfeeding, babies first aid etc.Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Blackpool: DRONE SHOW AT STANLEY PARK - Saturday 3rd October 2026
The award-winning Stanley Park turns 100 on Friday 2 October and everyone is invited to join the celebrations at a special centenary event on Saturday 3 October.
The event will end with a spectacular drone show starting at 8pm by Celestial, the finalists of Britain’s Got Talent 2025.
A packed programme of free activities, live entertainment, family fun and special centenary moments will take place across the park throughout the day, including:
The switch-on of new lighting at the Italian Gardens fountain, Cocker Clock and around the park
Makers Market, fairground rides, walks and talks
Free sporting activities with Active Blackpool
Live entertainment throughout the day
And more!
Information provided by Weeton HIVE
September 29, 2026
Vale of Glamorgan: Vale Family Compass - Have your say on childcare in the Vale
Vale Family Compass - Have your say on childcare in the Vale
We want to hear from parents and carers about their experiences of childcare.
Complete the survey here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
We want to hear from parents and carers about their experiences of childcare.
- Can you access the childcare you need?
- What’s important to you when choosing childcare?
- What makes childcare difficult to access?
- What could be better?
Complete the survey here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
URGENT - Last Minute Parkdean Resort Holiday Breaks Available (16-23 Oct 26) – Apply by 1200hrs on 1 Oct
FAO Regular Army personnel.
HQ Regional Command has secured additional 3 x fully funded 7-night Parkdean Resort family breaks that require urgent allocation.
To register your interest, complete this form by clicking the below link or scanning the below QR code. This expression of interest will close at 12:00 on Thu 1 Oct 26:
Funded Breaks for Regular Army Personnel (Parkdean Resorts) 16 - 23 Oct 26 – Fill in form
• Open to all Regular Army personnel
• 7 nights accommodation from Fri 16 to Fri 23 Oct 26
• 3-bedroom accommodation (up to 6 people)
• Completely free of charge
• 30% discount voucher for on-site food and beverages
• Applicants considered on a case-by-case basis
Important: Personnel may only register their interest if they:
• Are available to attend for the full duration of the break
• Offer justification as to why they should be considered
• Have obtained authorisation from their Chain of Command
Queries: RC-Pers-WelSpt-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
HQ Regional Command has secured additional 3 x fully funded 7-night Parkdean Resort family breaks that require urgent allocation.
To register your interest, complete this form by clicking the below link or scanning the below QR code. This expression of interest will close at 12:00 on Thu 1 Oct 26:
Funded Breaks for Regular Army Personnel (Parkdean Resorts) 16 - 23 Oct 26 – Fill in form
• Open to all Regular Army personnel
• 7 nights accommodation from Fri 16 to Fri 23 Oct 26
• 3-bedroom accommodation (up to 6 people)
• Completely free of charge
• 30% discount voucher for on-site food and beverages
• Applicants considered on a case-by-case basis
Important: Personnel may only register their interest if they:
• Are available to attend for the full duration of the break
• Offer justification as to why they should be considered
• Have obtained authorisation from their Chain of Command
Queries: RC-Pers-WelSpt-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Bovington: Garrison mini bus hire
Garrison owned air conditioned mini bus. 8 seats plus driver
Competitive hire rates - £35 per day. (£100 refundable deposit)
No mileage charges, Full fuel tank required on hand back
To book the minibus contact Bovington welfare office via email CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk or telephone 01929 402240
The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.
Hire of the mini bus is for Bovington/Lulworth Garrison military personnel and MOD civil servants.
Competitive hire rates - £35 per day. (£100 refundable deposit)
No mileage charges, Full fuel tank required on hand back
To book the minibus contact Bovington welfare office via email CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk or telephone 01929 402240
The driver must have full clean Cat B licence and be over 25 years of age.
Hire of the mini bus is for Bovington/Lulworth Garrison military personnel and MOD civil servants.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Blandford: Welfare/contact house short term use accommodation
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The Welfare Team have introduced a new online Contact House booking process, including an online calendar, updated booking guidance, and an online booking request form.
These resources are available through the Defence network. Family members who cannot access them should continue to contact the Welfare Team for support.
All booking requests must be submitted by the Service Person using their details. Please contact us if there is an issue with this.
If you have any questions, queries, or feedback about the new booking process, please contact the Welfare Team at:
Email: Blandfordgar-ContactHse-Bookings@mod.gov.uk
Tel: 07436318137
New SharePoint page: Contact House page.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU Welfare team
Bovington: Garrison welfare team
- Unit Welfare Officer - Mr Adrian Ingham
- Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - WO2 Scott Forrester
Tel: Welfare Office 01929 402239 or 01929 402240
Email: CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282
In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282
Please only contact the duty mobile number if it is an urgent welfare matter.
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