Free Kids activities this Easter
This year’s Easter sessions will run from Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April and include a wide range of activities designed to keep children active, engaged and supported during the school break.
More than 50 sessions are planned and include Easter egg hunting, craft sessions, football camps, sports sessions, forest fun, art sessions and much more.
Sessions are open to children and young people from Reception to Year 11 who are eligible for income-related free school meals. Each child can take part in two full- day activities or four half-day sessions during the holidays.
A healthy meal is provided at every session, and many activities are accessible and suitable for children and young people with SEND.
The programme is organised by Telford and Wrekin Council and funded through the Department for Education’s Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education, Employment and Skills, said: “We are pleased to once again offer a fantastic range of sessions planned this Easter to help keep children and young people active and having fun during the school holidays
“These sessions give children the chance to try new activities, spend time with friends and stay active, while also supporting families during the holidays.
“We are grateful to our partners and local providers who continue to help us deliver a varied and high-quality programme across the borough.
“I’d also encourage families to take part in our 10 by 10 activities during the holidays, from learning to ride a bike, visiting the library and seeing the seaside.
Parents and carers are encouraged to book early, as places can fill quickly.
Families can view the full programme and book sessions at: https://hhah.telford.gov.uk/
As well as the happy healthy and active holidays programme, families can enjoy a wide range of free and low-cost easter activities across the borough. This includes the Council’s popular 10 by 10 initiative, which encourages children to try ten exciting experiences before the age of ten. Find out more: https://10by10.telford.gov.uk/
Telford and Wrekin Leisure is also running its Easter holiday activities offer from Monday 30 March to Sunday 12 April. Children can take part in sessions such as fun & floats, tobogganing, tennis, driving range and more, all for as little as £2. Swim4life crash courses and learn to ski sessions will also be available alongside family-friendly events at Telford town park.
In addition, the Urban games return from 30 March, with over 200 free sessions on offer across the Borough. Children and young people of all ages can take part in a variety of sports including football, netball, hockey, BMX, table tennis and even wrestling.
