The Holiday Activities and Food programme is something every parent needs to know about! Don’t let the dull name put you off. Packed with all kinds of new experiences and fun activities – along with a tasty lunch – it could be just what you’re looking for to keep the kids busy and well-fed over the holidays.
From drama and dance classes to cooking and outdoor activities, there will be exciting, enriching and fun things to do for all ages.
Activities in your area
Local councils will promote their own programme of holiday activities in their area. Visit their websites for more information:
North Tyneside
South Tyneside
Sunderland
Newcastle
Durham
Hartlepool
Darlington
Stockton
Middlesbrough
Northumberland
Over to you!
"The holiday clubs saved me! I am so grateful for them. They entertained my children through the holidays and enabled me to do my day of working. My children had lots of fun, learnt new skills, interacted with other children and were very happy."
"Great for all age groups and it certainly kept them off modern technology."
The Holiday Activities and Food programme is something every parent needs to know about! Don’t let the dull name put you off. Packed with all kinds of new experiences and fun activities – along with a tasty lunch – it could be just what you’re looking for to keep the kids busy and well-fed over the holidays.
From drama and dance classes to cooking and outdoor activities, there will be exciting, enriching and fun things to do for all ages.
Activities in your area
Local councils will promote their own programme of holiday activities in their area. Visit their websites for more information:
North Tyneside
South Tyneside
Sunderland
Newcastle
Durham
Hartlepool
Darlington
Stockton
Middlesbrough
Northumberland
Over to you!
"The holiday clubs saved me! I am so grateful for them. They entertained my children through the holidays and enabled me to do my day of working. My children had lots of fun, learnt new skills, interacted with other children and were very happy."
"Great for all age groups and it certainly kept them off modern technology."
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