Summer family activities - free and low cost

This summer, South Ribble Borough Council is proud to offer a packed programme of exciting free or low-cost activities for children and families across the borough.

Whether you're looking for something active, creative, or just a chance to get outside and have fun - there's something for everyone!

HAF - Holiday Activities and Food Programme

Free activities and a healthy meal for children who qualify for benefit-related free school meals.

We’re once again delivering a fantastic range of free summer activities through the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for children who qualify for benefit-related free school meals.

From sports and crafts to dance, gymnastics, and more - there's plenty to keep children active and entertained over the summer holidays.

If you are eligible to book, you should have received an e-voucher from Holiday Activities. For more information please see the link below.

Book your child's place

Active Camps – school holiday provision

Low cost and available to all, or free if your child is eligible for benefit-related free school meals

Our ever-popular Active Camps are running throughout the summer and offer affordable summer camps to all families across South Ribble.

Choose from:

• Active Camps with a range of activities, including football, dodgeball, scooters, bikes and much more.
• Dance Active Camps where each week is packed with fun choreography and creative movement - plus fun activities like arts and crafts, games and outdoor play.
• Special guests will be joining our camps throughout the summer who will lead workshops and inspire the children with their talent and experience

Join us from Thursday 24 July to Thursday 21 August across various locations in the borough.

Drop off is 8.30am to 9.00 am and pick up between 4.30pm to 5pm.

The sessions cost £14 per day or £52 for Monday to Thursday (includes lunch), or FREE if your child is entitled to access the HAF programme.

Book your child's place

Free family summer activities

Free and open to all - no booking required!

Looking for free, drop-in fun the whole family can enjoy? Join us at parks and venues across South Ribble for:

• learn-to-ride bike sessions

• tennis, cricket and dodgeball

• orienteering and outdoor games

• and other exciting activities!

These sessions are completely free and open to everyone – no need to book, just turn up and join in the fun! If you have any questions, please email sports@southribble.gov.uk.

South Ribble Leisure Centres

Leyland Leisure Centre, Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre, Penwortham Leisure Centre and South Ribble Tennis and Fitness Centre have plenty of fun and affordable activities available this summer. Try tennis, badminton, swimming sessions, squash, pickleball and much more!

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