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Book free activities for children this spring holiday through the Holiday Activities and Food Programme

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Activity booking for Gloucestershire County Council’s spring Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) opens at midday on Monday 23 March. Activities will be available for viewing from midday on Friday 20 March.

A wide range of free, fun activities and nutritious food will be on offer for eligible children and young people across the county to keep them happy, healthy and entertained from Saturday 28 March for the spring school holiday.  

Children in Reception to Year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals can take part. Gloucestershire County Council is also extending holiday activities to all children in the county through its Holiday Activities Programme (HAP) using grant funding. Both programmes will run during the spring holiday.  

Families should visit the new Family Hubs booking system: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/.   

To book activities, families must:  

  1. Create an account  

  1. Add a profile for each child taking part in activities   

  1. Include any Special Educational Needs and Disability information for each child taking part 

  1. Make sure emergency contact details are up to date  

This spring, there are lots of exciting options to choose, from creative arts to sports, outdoor activities, science workshops, sensory play and inclusive activities for children with additional needs, family days out and special ticketed attractions.  

HAF Community Connectors are available across all districts to help families who may need support with booking or attending sessions. A specialist SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Community Connector is also in place to help children and young people with additional needs benefit from the programme. 

Cllr Linda Cohen, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills at Gloucestershire County Council, said: “Spring HAF is a fantastic opportunity for children and young people across Gloucestershire to enjoy healthy food, new experiences and time with friends during the school break. We know how important these programmes are for families, and we’re committed to making sure every child who can benefit is able to take part. I encourage families to get ready to book and explore the brilliant range of activities on offer this spring.”