Telford and Wrekin Council has reiterated its push for families to plan ahead for the school holidays as it promotes a borough-wide “Level Up Your Summer” initiative. The campaign highlights a range of low-cost and free activities designed to keep children active, help them learn new skills and give parents and carers options for childcare over the break.
What’s on offer
The local offer brings together services and events across the borough, from organised holiday clubs and sports sessions to trails, community days and outdoor attractions. Councillors say the aim is to ensure children and young people have access to enriching experiences while families can find practical, affordable ways to fill holiday weeks.
- Happy Healthy Active Holidays (HHAH) — the council’s flagship programme providing activities and meals for eligible children.
- 5 by 5 and 10 by 10 — shorter courses giving youngsters the chance to try new things and build confidence.
- Youth Offer website — a centralised directory of sports, creative, wellbeing and community sessions.
- Local visitor information via Visit Telford for days out and attractions across the borough.
Bookings have already opened for HHAH and council officers say demand is high, with places expected to be snapped up quickly. Many of the leisure activities that form part of the summer timetable will be heavily subsidised, with a number of sessions available from as little as £2.
Practical information and where to look
Families are being pointed to online resources to find and reserve activities across the borough. The council has concentrated information in a small number of places to make planning easier.
- Youth Offer website — for targeted youth activities and community sessions.
- Visit Telford — for family-friendly attractions and ideas for days out.
- Council leisure centres and local community hubs — for details of subsidised classes and Urban Games offerings.
| Programme | Focus |
|---|---|
| Happy Healthy Active Holidays | Holiday activities with healthy meals for eligible children |
| 5 by 5 / 10 by 10 | Short courses to build confidence and new skills |
| Urban Games | Large-scale sports and activity events during the summer season |
“There is so much happening across Telford and Wrekin this summer, with activities for all ages and interests.”
The partial statement from Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education, Employment and Skills, underscores the council’s focus on both accessibility and variety. Councillor Reynolds also encouraged eligible families to register promptly for HHAH sessions because of the popularity of places.
Local impact
For many households in Telford, the campaign offers a practical route to affordable holiday childcare and constructive activities for children who may otherwise struggle to fill long weeks at home. Providers, from voluntary groups to leisure centres and schools hosting clubs, rely on strong take-up to sustain programmes and plan staffing.
Aside from organised sessions, families are reminded of the borough’s outdoor spaces, including Telford Town Park and other nearby attractions, which provide free or low-cost options for days out during the holidays.
Further details, booking links and the full summer timetable can be found on the council’s and Visit Telford websites. Families are advised to check availability and book early where possible to avoid disappointment.
