Healthy Holidays: holiday activities and food programme

Healthy Holidays is about supporting families who need help to access food and activities to keep their children healthy through the school holidays. In Barnsley the scheme is funded by the Department for Education.

Children who get free school meals as you/they receive a certain benefit can get a free place at our Healthy Holidays clubs. Every club gives each child a delicious and nutritious meal.

The clubs run during the Easter, summer and Christmas holidays.

Read the Healthy Holidays annual report 2023/2024.

Staying active

Find out about activities, things to do and places to go during the holidays.

Eating well

Advice on healthy eating from NHS Healthier Families.

Find local, low cost food in your area

Find out about the Good Food Barnsley Partnership.

Free school meals

Eligibility and how to apply for free school meals for your child.

More Money in Your Pocket

Help with the cost of living, including housing and utility bill support.

Become a club provider

Find out how you can help children stay healthy during future holidays.