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Good Tab & Talk on Wednesday, we were joined by serving personnel from the Personnel Recovery Unit at Thiepval Barracks. Our next Tab & Talk is Wed 5 Aug 26.

Great breakfast at Jumna Street on Saturday. 30 veterans and their families treated to a delicious Ulster Fry, haircut and opportunity to Walk & Talk up Cavehill!
Thank you to all that attended and our team of volunteers who make this happen.

Be part of UEFA EURO 2028! The Irish Football Association are looking for volunteers to help at the Qualifying Draw taking place in Belfast on Sunday 6 December 2026, which will will bring together representatives from across European football at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Belfast. Find all the details and how to register at https://ow.ly/ONMk50ZsiyE

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Walking Week starts on Monday, 3 August!

Developed in partnership with the Walking for All programme and the Council's Sport & Wellbeing Development Unit, Walking Week 2026 encourages people of all ages and abilities to become more active, discover local walking routes, and enjoy the physical, mental and social benefits of walking together.

Learn more and sign up here: https://causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk/see-do/sports-development/active-summer-programme/walking-week-august-2026

Get hooked on Angling this Summer! 🎣

Northern Ireland Disabled Anglers Association (NIDAA) are running an Open Day on Monday 31st August. The event is s a chance for individuals, families and carers to learn about NIDAA and their vision to make angling more inclusive and accessible for people with disabilities, mental health challenges and other additional needs.

Date: Monday 31st August
Venue: Cairn Road Fly Fishery, Carrickfergus
Times: 09.30-10.30am (Quiet Hour) and 10.30am-2.30pm
Entrance: £10 per car (includes 1 free fishing pass)

Participants are welcome to attend with the chance to meet volunteers, try fly fishing with qualified coaches, enjoy a range of activities and find out about future plans.

Everyone is welcome, whether they have experience of fishing or are simply interested in discovering the wellbeing benefits that angling can offer.

To find out more contact NIDAA on [email protected] or NI Disabled Anglers Association

Open to all veterans and their families. If you wish to participate in the walk from Belfast, a minibus will leave from the AAVS office at 0915hrs Wed 22 Jul 26. For more info, contact Dennis on 07399 866140 or email [email protected]