Cheshire West Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme
Cheshire West and Chester Council is pleased to announce an exciting programme of free activities and holiday clubs for children eligible for free school meals this Easter half-term,
There will be over 70 clubs across the borough offering a wide range of exciting activities for children, including multisport, arts and crafts, creative sessions, Lego challenges, treasure hunts, encouragement to try new foods, learn new skills, develop a greater understanding of food and nutrition, and enjoy outdoor nature activities such as building bird feeders. Every child attending will receive a free, nutritious meal each day.
Funded nationally by the Department for Education, the HAF Programme enables local organisations to provide free holiday activities and healthy food for eligible children and young people eligible for Benefits Related Free School Meals (BRFSM).
The Council is pleased to share that many of our providers are offering paid places, allowing families who do not meet the eligibility criteria to still take part in activities. Please contact providers
Register and book your places using the link which will take you to our dedicated West Cheshire programmes section of the EEQU booking system.
Benefits
- One-time registration – No need to register multiple times.
- Register your interest early – Stay informed about upcoming programmes before they launch.
- Get notified when bookings open – Never miss out on securing your place.
FAQs
Contact Edsential for more information haf@edsential.co.uk who will be able to provide you with further information for our next programme delivery.
You can also find a comprehensive list of ALL Activities taking place throughout all the school holidays periods this is to enable parents and carers to be able to easily access information related to activities taking place throughout the Borough.
All information will be promoted on:
Cost of living support available
Due to the cost-of-living crisis, you may be worried about the rising cost of energy bills, food, and transport. Or may need help accessing welfare rights, benefits and debt advice, support getting all the money you are entitled to, or simply want to know more about national recent support measures.
Whatever your money worries may be, the Council has put together some useful information to help. The link below includes a wealth of information on the Household Support Fund, the Council’s HELP Scheme and much more.
Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) Programme - Annual Report 2024-25
If you have any questions, please email HAF@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk