Bookings now open for HAF (Holiday Activities & Food) winter holiday fun
Bookings are now open for the Winter Shropshire HAF (Holiday Activities & Food) programme.
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Shropshire Council are working in partnership with local schools, voluntary and community organisations, and childcare providers to run exciting holiday clubs over the holidays.
Who can access the programme?
There are free places available on the HAF programme for children and young people aged 4 (reception class age) to 16, who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals. There are also a limited number of free places available for children and young people living in areas of high deprivation and/or from low-income households, who are not in receipt of benefits related free school meals. Children and young people can be referred onto the programme by a professional. Places are also available for Ukrainian families, currently staying in Shropshire with host families.
During 23rd December 2024 to 3rd January 2025, eligible children and young people are invited to take part in a range of fun free activities, happening at holiday clubs from across the county.
There is something on offer for everyone including sports, arts, cooking, forest schools and other exciting opportunities. Free nutritious meals will be provided at each session, as well as information to benefit the whole family.
Councillor Kirstie Hurst-Knight, Cabinet Member for Children and Education, said:
“We are thrilled to offer such a diverse and engaging programme for our children and young people. The HAF programme is an excellent opportunity for them to have fun, learn new skills and enjoy nutritious meals during the Christmas holidays.”
The Winter What’s On Guide and details of how to book are available online here.
Some of the holiday programmes also include paid spaces for children and young people who are not in receipt of free school meals.
For more information on HAF in Shropshire click here.
Please contact the HAF Programme Co-Ordinators at haf.programme@shropshire.gov.uk
For cost-of-living advice and support visit our cost-of-living webpages at Cost of living help | Shropshire Council
