Children and families

Holiday activity hub

During school holidays children and young people, aged from reception to 16 years old who are eligible for targeted benefits-related free school meals, can access free activities and a meal.

  • Holiday Activities and Food Programme

This programme is only for children and young people from reception age to 16 who receive targeted benefits-related free school meals, not universal or expanded free meals. Please check the eligibility criteria for targeted benefits-related free school meals before you apply. 

What's on offer this summer?

The Summer Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is available for children and young people from reception age to 16 who receive benefits-related free school meals.

There’s a great range of free activities on offer across the city including trips out, Lego building, rock climbing, cooking, racket sports, sewing, painting, cycling, gymnastics, football and gardening, and much more.  

Use the link below to search for and book an activity near you. Find out more about how to make a booking (eequ.org).

Find a HAF activity and book a place (eequ.org)

When you have chosen an activity, you will need to contact that organisation to book a place. If your child has any additional needs or dietary requirements then please tell them.

Activity days

There is now only one date left for our summer HAF Family Activity Days featuring giant inflatables, a mini train, mini golf, dancing, singing, food and go-karts.

  • Wednesday 19th August at Garston Park at 1pm to 3pm

Annual Report

Liverpool City Council works with Mersey Play Action Council local schools, voluntary and community organisations, and childcare providers to offer this programme.

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