Free holiday activities on offer for eligible children this Easter

Eligible children across the Stockton-on-Tees Borough can enjoy a range of free holiday activities during the Easter holidays.

The sessions include a variety of options such as Go Climb, dancing and drama workshops.

Each activity is available for any children aged five to 16 who live in the Stockton-on-Tees Borough and are in receipt of benefits-related free school meals.

Children taking part will also receive a meal with each activity.

It's all thanks to the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme, led by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council in partnership with Catalyst and the Department for Education.

The activities are on offer from Monday, April 11 until Friday, April 22.

Councillor Lisa Evans, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, said: "This is a really brilliant opportunity for our young people to take part in a whole range of activities.

"There's absolutely all sorts on offer, so there really is something for all abilities and interests.

"We know how important it is for children to have a go at new things and learn new skills, as well as having a healthy meal each day.

"The activities on offer can help the children make friends, be active and most importantly have a great time!

"Places are on offer on a first-come, first-served basis so please book in your child as soon as you can if you're eligible."

Bookings for HAF went live today (March 23).

To book your place, visit the dedicated HAF web page.

If you have any queries you can email haf@stockton.gov.uk or call 01642 527752.

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