Bracknell Forest HIVE

15/08/2026

Following the National Alert we would encourage residents to review our wildfire prevention materials on https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/latest-news/2026/help-prevent-wildfires-this-summer/ to help us keep Berkshire safe.

We are currently attending a wildfire in Thatcham, and the risk will continue to be extremely high over the weekend. Please help us to help you.

06/08/2026

📢 Unpaid and Family Carers – Your Voice Matters

The Government is asking unpaid carers to share their experiences as part of a Call for Evidence on Carer's Allowance.

This is your opportunity to influence how Carer's Allowance could be modernised, including:

💙 How the earnings rules affect you
💙 Balancing paid work and caring
💙 What needs to change to make the benefit fairer and more flexible

If you've ever had to reduce your working hours, worried about the earnings limit, or struggled to balance employment with caring responsibilities, your experience could help shape future reforms.
The consultation is open until 11:59pm on 18 August 2026, and responses can be submitted online, by email, by post, or in accessible formats including Easy Read, BSL, audio and Braille.
Please take a few minutes to have your say and help ensure the voices of unpaid carers are heard.

👉 Find out more and respond here:

https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/carers-allowance-call-for-evidence/carers-allowance-call-for-evidence

Please share this post to help reach as many unpaid carers as possible. Together, we can help shape a system that better reflects the realities of caring. 💙

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30/07/2026

As part of the ongoing refurbishment works taking place in the reception area of Frimley Park Hospital the main entrance will be closed from 10pm Friday 31 July until 6am Monday 3 August.

Please follow the diversion signage that will be in place or utilise entrances B or C depending on your needs.

28/07/2026

🚌🎉 FREE Bus Travel for Children this August! 🎉🚌

Make the most of the summer holidays and enjoy more adventures for less! 🌞

Children can travel FREE on participating bus services throughout August. 🙌

Perfect for family days out, meeting friends, shopping or exploring somewhere new! 💙

Tag someone who needs to know! 👇

28/07/2026

The Family Hubs are running a range of sessions over the summer including:

Summer bump and babies sessions

The Oaks Family Hub, Great Hollands
• Every Monday 9.30am to 10.30am
• From 27 July to 24 August.

Rhyme time for pre-walkers

Priestwood Community Centre
• Every Tuesday 9.15am to 9.45am
• From 28 July to 25 August

Bullbrook Community Centre
• Every Thursday 1.15pm to 1.45pm
• From 30 July to 27 August

Singing and movement for confident walkers

Priestwood Community Centre
• Every Tuesday 10am to 10.30am
• From 28 July to 25 August

Bullbrook Community Centre
• Every Thursday 2pm to 2.30pm
• From 30 July to 27 August

For details of these and all the other sessions and events running over the holidays, see link in comments

19/07/2026

Join us for our next online health information event on Wednesday 29 July, from 6.30pm-7.30pm titled: ‘Urgent and Emergency Care at Frimley Health' with Dr. Anika Wijewardane, Dr. Daven H. Amin, Charlotte Freeman and Clair Holland.

Together, they will share an overview of our urgent and emergency care services, including recent developments, corridor care, rising attendances, future plans, and the wider impact on services for patients and staff.

We would very much welcome your questions in advance of the meeting. The links to register and submit your questions via Slido are available in the comments.

15/07/2026

Bracknell Pride takes place at the Lexicon on Saturday 18th July. For more information and timings of the entertainment visit:

Join our host, Fonda, for a day filled with glitter, family fun, support, and advice! Enjoy a quieter experience between 11am and 12pm during our quiet hour. From 12pm, the festivities begin with a vibrant walking parade, live music, dance performances, and much more!

13/07/2026

As its getting hotter its important to be aware that excessive UV exposure can damage your eyes over time and increase the risk of eye problems.

To protect your eyes this summer here are a few tips:

• Wear sunglasses with 100% UVA and UVB protection
• Wear a wide brimmed hat outdoors
• Protect children’s eyes too
• Never look directly at the sun

Also note that UV rays can still affect your eyes on cloudy days.

For more information please visit the link in the comments section.

08/07/2026

04/07/2026

Planning a BBQ with family or friends? Be mindful of food poisoning whether it be a picnic or a BBQ this summer. Here are some food safety tips:

• Keep cold foods chilled below 5 degrees
• Don’t leave food out in the sun too long
• Cook meat thoroughly before serving
• Use separate utensils for raw and cooked foods
• Wash hands before handling food
• With leftovers store them quickly in a fridge or cooler
• Bring plenty of ice packs for picnics
• Always check expiry dates

Please note, if you leave food out in the sun for more than 2 hours it may no longer be safe to eat.

More information in the comments section.