During school holidays, 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!
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 run during selected school holidays and offer affordable camps to all families across South Ribble.
Book now for October Half Term!
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.
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 during school holidays. Try tennis, badminton, swimming sessions, squash, pickleball and much more!
View more information on free and low cost activities at our Leisure Centres.
HAF - Holiday Activities and Food Programme
Free activities and a healthy meal for children who qualify for benefit-related free school meals - during Summer, Easter and Christmas holidays.
We deliver a fantastic range of free 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 holidays.
If you are eligible to book, you should receive an e-voucher from Holiday Activities in the weeks leading up to the school holiday. For more information please see the link below.
Free family summer activities
Free and open to all - no booking required - during summer holidays!
Looking for free, drop-in fun the whole family can enjoy? Join us at parks and venues across South Ribble for fun active sessions. learn-to-ride bike sessions.
More information will be provided in the run-up to the events.
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.