Holiday activities and food sessions in BL1 and BL7
* Funded by local Councillors & area working budgets
| ASTLEY BRIDGE |
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| Provider Name: |
Andrew Lane Playing Field - Bolton Council *Funded By Astley Bridge Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Tuesdays 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Location: |
Andrew Lane Park, Located off Blackburn Road, BL1 7JR |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
22nd, 29th July, 5th, 12th & 19th Aug 2025 |
| ASTLEY BRIDGE |
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| Provider Name: |
Astley Bridge Park - Bolton Council *Funded By Astley Bridge Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Wednesdays 1.00pm-3.00pm |
| Location: |
Astley Bridge Park, Located off Moss Bank Way, BL1 6RT |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
23rd, 30th July, 6th, 13th, & 20th Aug 2025 |
| ASTLEY BRIDGE |
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| Provider Name |
Forfar Street Park - Bolton Council *Funded By Astley Bridge Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type |
Play Session |
| Times |
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 4.00pm-6.00pm |
| Location: |
Forfar Street Park, Forfar St, BL1 6RN |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th, 30th July, 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 11th, 13th , 15th, 18th, 20th & 22nd Aug 2025 |
| ASTLEY BRIDGE |
| Provider Name: |
Quality Sport Holiday Clubs Ltd |
| Activity Overview: |
Multi sports camps - We are an active holiday club and children are encouraged to take part in all activities and there is always the opportunity for children to have 'down' time playing games, crafting, baking, watching films etc.
Here are of some of the activities currently on offer that the children can participate in: Gymnastics - Street Dance - Athletics - Rugby - Multi Skills - Drama - Talent Show Performances - Hockey - Dodgeball - Bench ball - Football - Tennis - Basketball - Den Building - Arts & Crafts - Baking - Free Play - AirTrack - Archery and many more......
We are also going to be running themed weeks with lots of different activities going on relating to a different theme each week. We will also be bringing exciting experiences into club as well as taking the children on trips too!
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| Session type: |
Holiday Club / Sports Camp |
| Times: |
9am-1pm OR 12pm-4pm |
| Location: |
The Oaks Primary School, Sharples Hall Drive, Bolton BL1 7HS |
| Contact: |
Website: www.qualitysport.co.uk - info@qualitysport.co.uk - Tel: 07507579852 |
| Cost: |
Free to FSM eligible / Paid places available too |
| Need to book: |
YES |
| Age: |
4 - 12Yrs |
| Dates: |
21st July - 15th Aug 2025 |
| ASTLEY BRIDGE |
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| Provider Name: |
Sharples High Sports Pitch - Bolton Council *Funded By Astley Bridge Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Thursdays 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Location: |
Hill Cot Road, Astley Bridge, Bolton BL1 8SN |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
24th, 31st July, 7th, 14th, & 21st Aug 2025 |
| BRADSHAW |
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| Provider Name: |
Pixmore Avenue - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4.00pm-6.00pm |
| Location: |
Pixmore Avenue, Bolton, BL1 8ST |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
22nd, 24th, 29th, 31st July, 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th & 21st Aug 2025 |
| BROMLEY CROSS |
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| Provider Name: |
Egerton Park - Bolton Council *Funded by Bromley Cross Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1pm-3pm (Weds 23rd & 30th July 10am-12pm) |
| Location: |
Egerton Park, Located off Blackburn Road, BL7 0PL |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
22nd, 24th, 29th & 31st July, 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th & 21st Aug 2025 |
| BROMLEY CROSS |
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| Provider Name: |
Walmsley Church Hall - Bolton Council *Funded by Bromley Cross Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Wednesdays 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Location: |
Blackburn Road, Egerton, BL7 9SA |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
6th, 13th & 20th Aug 2025 |
| HALLIWELL |
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| Provider Name: |
Elite Community Hub CIC |
| Activity Overview: |
Physical activities, arts and crafts, mindfulness exercises, nutritional education. |
| Session Type: |
Boxing sessions, Arts and crafts, Mental health and wellbeing support, Nutrition and healthy eating, team building and educational/personal development workshops |
| Times: |
10.00am - 2.00pm - with 45 minutes for lunch |
| Location: |
Unit C, Wordsworth Mill, Wordsworth St, Bolton, BL1 3ND |
| Contact: |
Kallum Wallbank, kallum@elitecommunityhub.co.uk, 07908940026, |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Need to book: |
Yes |
| Age: |
6 to 13 |
| Dates: |
Mondays - Thursdays 21st July to 21st August |
| HALLIWELL |
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| Provider Name: |
HAFWAY |
| Activity Overview: |
Baking, archery, arts and crafts, outdoor activities |
| Session Type: |
Sessions are mixed and will include sports, creativity and added value activities and lifeskills |
| Times: |
1.00pm-4.00pm & 6.00pm-9.00pm |
| Location: |
Check programme for venue details |
| Contact: |
Fiona Harris, fiona@HAFWAY.org, 07711263786, |
| Cost: |
Free |
| Need to book: |
Yes - book via https://tinyurl.com/BookHAF25 |
| Age: |
11 to 16 year olds |
| Dates: |
19th July to 17th Aug |
| HALLIWELL |
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| Provider Name: |
Halliwell UCAN Playing Fields - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times |
Tuesdays & Thursdays 1.00pm-3.00pm |
| Location: |
Halliwell UCAN Centre playing fields, Hatfield Rd, Bolton BL1 3BU |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
22nd, 24th, 29th, 31st July, 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th & 21st Aug 2025 |
| HALLIWELL |
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| Provider Name: |
Ulleswater Park - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4.00pm-6.00pm |
| Location: |
Ulleswater Park, Ulleswater Street, BL1 8LY |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
22nd, 24th, 29th, 31st July, 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th & 21st Aug 2025 |
| HALLIWELL |
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| Provider Name: |
St Matthews Primary - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Mondays & Wednesdays 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Location: |
St Matthews Primary School, Kentford Road, Bolton, BL1 2JL |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
21st, 23rd, 28th, 30th July, 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th & 20th Aug 2025 |
| QUEEN'S & CENTRAL PARK |
| Provider Name: |
BLGC - Junior HAF |
| Activity Overview: |
HAF (8-12 years old) Discover, play, and grow this summer at Infinity! Our exciting Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme invites children aged 8-12 to enjoy a vibrant mix of activities designed to foster friendships, build confidence, and encourage new experiences.
Set in our state-of-the-art Infinity Centre in central Bolton, participants will explore themed weeks filled with fun and learning: Week 1 - School's Out, Week 2 - Around the World, Week 3 - Sports Week, Week 4 - Walk on the Wild Side.
Each day includes a nutritious hot meal, and opportunities for local trips add to the adventure. Our dedicated youth workers ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child can thrive.
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| Session type: |
Junior HAF |
| Times: |
Monday - Thursday 12.30pm - 4.30pm |
| Location: |
Infinity, 18 Spa Road, Bolton, BL14AG |
| Contact: |
01204 540100 or haf@blgc.co.uk |
| Cost: |
Free to eligible Children and Young People receiving FSM |
| Need to book: |
Yes |
| Age: |
8-12yrs |
| Dates: |
28th - 31st July, 4th - 7th Aug, 11th - 14th Aug 2025 |
| QUEEN'S & CENTRAL PARK |
| Provider Name: |
BLGC - SEND HAF |
| Activity Overview: |
A supportive space to thrive, explore, and enjoy. Our SEND HAF programme is tailored for young people with additional needs, offering a calm and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued.
With a dedicated 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, we ensure personalised support throughout each session. Activities are thoughtfully adapted from our main programme themes and include sensory play, creative arts, music, and gentle physical games. Specialist equipment and quiet zones are available to provide comfort and flexibility, allowing each young person to engage at their own pace.
Our experienced team is committed to creating positive, enriching experiences that help build confidence and connection.
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| Session type: |
SEND HAF |
| Times: |
Mondays - Thursdays 8.00am - 12.00pm & Mondays 4.00pm - 8.00pm |
| Location: |
Infinity, 18 Spa Road, Bolton, BL14AG |
| Contact: |
01204 540100 or haf@blgc.co.uk |
| Cost: |
Free to eligible Children and Young People receiving FSM |
| Need to book: |
Yes for daytime off, no for evening offer. |
| Age: |
8 - 18yrs |
| Dates: |
"21st - 24th July, 28th - 31st July, 4th - 7th Aug, 11th - 14th Aug 2025 |
| QUEEN'S & CENTRAL PARK |
| Provider Name: |
BLGC - Senior HAF |
| Activity Overview: |
Empowering teens through activity, creativity, and leadership. Our Senior HAF programme offers young people aged 13-18 a mix of activities designed to inspire and engage. Young people can enjoy access to our gym, take part in sports tournaments, and explore creative outlets like cooking and media projects. Leadership activities and mental health workshops are also integral parts of the programme, promoting independence and personal growth. |
| Session type: |
Senior HAF |
| Times: |
Tuesdays - Thursdays 5.00pm-9.00pm |
| Location: |
Infinity, 18 Spa Road, Bolton, BL14AG |
| Contact: |
01204 540100 or haf@blgc.co.uk |
| Cost: |
Free to eligible Children and Young People receiving FSM |
| Need to book: |
Yes for daytime off, no for evening offer. |
| Age: |
13 - 18yrs |
| Dates: |
"22nd - 24th July, 29th - 31st July, 5th - 7th Aug, 12th - 14th Aug 2025 |
| QUEEN'S & CENTRAL PARK |
| Provider Name: |
Queens Park - Bolton Council *Funded by Queens Park and Central Councillors Area Forum Budget |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Wednesdays 1.00pm-3.00pm |
| Location: |
Queens Park, Chorley New Road, Bolton BL1 4RU |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
Free - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
23rd, 30th July, 6th, 13th & 20th Aug 2025 |
| SMITHILLS |
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| Provider Name: |
Forest Frontiers C.I.C. |
| Activity Overview: |
Physical and creative activities |
| Session type: |
Forest School Sessions which incorporate Sports and Creativity |
| Times: |
Monday - Thursday 9.30am-1.30pm |
| Location: |
Forest Frontiers Woodland Trust Smithills Forest School Site, on Smithills Dean Road next to St Peters Primary |
| Contact: |
Rebecca & Sam - bookings@forestfrontiers.co.uk - 07342 607891 / 07765 569244 |
| Cost: |
Fully Funded for children on Benefits Related Free School Meals, or sessions bookable for £25. |
| Need to book: |
Yes |
| Age: |
5-11 Year olds |
| Dates: |
Monday - Thursday from 21st July for 4 weeks |
| SMITHILLS |
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| Provider Name: |
Johnson Fold Hope Centre - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1.00pm-3.00pm |
| Location: |
Johnson Fold Hope Centre, Tattersall Ave, Bolton, BL1 5TE |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th & 30th July, 1st, 11th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 20th & 22nd Aug 2025 |
| SMITHILLS |
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| Provider Name: |
Johnson Fold Primary School - Bolton Council |
| Activity Overview: |
Multiple activities in our sessions including sports, crafts, games, free play and much more! |
| Session type: |
Play Session |
| Times: |
Monday 4th, Wednesday 6th & Friday 8th Aug 1.00pm-3.00pm |
| Location: |
Johnson Fold School, Worston Ave, BL1 5UG |
| Contact: |
01204 338190 |
| Cost: |
FREE - Available to all young people - not just those receiving free school meals |
| Need to book: |
No |
| Age: |
4*- 12yrs, No toilet facilities *4 yr olds must already be in reception |
| Dates: |
4th, 6th & 8th Aug 2025 |
| TONGE WITH THE HAULGH |
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| Provider Name: |
Little Angels Holiday Club |
| Activity Overview: |
Small holiday club acitvites inside and out /forest sessions/ football/ trips out baking and cooking and so much more |
| Session type: |
Holiday Club |
| Times: |
Mondays - Thursdays 8.30am - 12.30pm OR 12.30pm - 4.30pm |
| Location: |
St Aidans Church Hall, Crompton Way, Bolton, BL1 8UP |
| Contact: |
Karenjackson1978@sky.com or ring me 07904609902 |
| Cost: |
Free to FSM eligible |
| Need to book: |
YES |
| Age: |
4 - 8yrs |
| Dates: |
"4th - 7th Aug, 11th - 14th Aug, 18th - 21st Aug, 26th - 29th Aug 2025 |
