The Government have announced they will be making over £200 million a year available from April 2022 for 3 years for the Healthy Activities and Food (HAF) programme.

The scheme hands cash to councils to provide free holiday clubs and healthy food for children aged four to 16 who receive benefits-related free school meals during term time.

While the scheme is aimed at children who receive free school meals, some government-funded spots are also available for those who don’t.

The list includes those in care, kids assessed as otherwise vulnerable, families living in areas of high deprivation and children with an education, health and care plan.

Many of the activities are also open for other kids for a small fee.

Local authorities can decide how to spend their share of the money, and activities this year included gardening, crafts, bowling and trips to parks and the beach.

To find out more on the programme click here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/holiday-activities-and-food-programme/holiday-activities-and-food-programme-2021