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Thursday, 2 July 2026

Episkopi and Akrotiri Swimming Pool Timetables

 




Episkopi Space Theatre

 


Episkopi Saddle Club

 


Episkopi Tunnel Beach - Sailing Club BBQ

 

Sailing Race & Self-Help BBQ This Saturday! πŸ”☀️
Join us at ESSC this Saturday for an afternoon of sailing followed by a relaxed evening at the club.
🏁 Sailing Race
Whether you’re a seasoned racer or just looking to get out on the water, all sailors are welcome. Come along and take part or watch the action from shore.
πŸ”₯ Self-Help BBQ
The BBQ will be lit and ready from 17:00. Bring your own food, cook it yourself, and enjoy an evening with friends and fellow members. Please note that no food will be provided by the club.
🍻 The bar will be open throughout the afternoon and evening.

Come down for some sailing, good company, and a great evening by the sea. We look forward to seeing you there! ⛵️☀️

Big laughs, fresh stories and feel-good entertainment — don’t miss a moment on BFBS TV - 27/06-03/07/2026 - Week 26


Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS. Full listings can be found on our website

 

NAAFI Fund 2026: Opens Today (1 July)

 


The NAAFI Fund portal is open for applications again!

 

Since their launch in 2020, they have supported 541 projects totalling £4,844,227.

The Ripple Pond Newsletter Summer 2026: Together, We're Shaping Better Support for Families

 

To read the newsletter in full, please go to:

THINKING FAMILY Summer Edition

 

To find out more, please visit:

Thinking Family Resources | The Ripple Pond

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 279 DWP Executive Officer roles UK-wide – closing date 15 Jul

 

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 279 Executive Officer (EO) Work Coach vacancies across the UK. These may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.

 

Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:

Universal Credit Review - Case Worker - Executive Officer (National) (Ref: 768) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK  200 roles available, UK-wide

 

Universal Credit Job Centre - EO Work Coach - Manchester and Cheshire (Ref: 767) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK  79 roles available, North West England. 

 

Closing dates for both of the above is 15 July 26.

 

Serve & Protect Credit Union: 4% Fixed-Rate Saver - Available in July 2026

 



Serve and Protect Credit Union are pleased to announce a their latest Fixed-Rate Savings Account.

 

It’s free to join the credit union and members can open a fixed-rate savings account and lock in a guaranteed rate of 4% AER.

 

Valuing Forces Families Overseas: Focus Group Invitation

 


RAND Europe has been commissioned by the Army Families Federation, in partnership with the RAF Families Federation and the Naval Families Federation, to conduct a study exploring the experiences of UK military families throughout the overseas postings cycle. As part of this research, RAND Europe is holding focus groups with military families who have experience of overseas postings, including preparing for, undertaking, and returning from an assignment overseas. These discussions aim to provide an improved and up-to-date understanding of families lived experiences and the challenges they face at different stages of the overseas postings cycle.