New booking system launches for Northumberland’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF)

28 Mar 2025

Families across Northumberland will benefit from a new and improved booking system for the Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) in 2025, making it easier than ever to access free, fun-filled holiday activities. The programme offers a wide range of inclusive activities designed to engage children of all abilities and backgrounds. 

Eligible families will receive an email from hello@holidayactivities.com containing a voucher code, which provides direct access to the new booking system. 

This year, schools will play a crucial role in identifying eligible children and liaising with the new platform. Once confirmed, parents and carers will receive their voucher via email. The first round of vouchers were sent out on Thursday 27th March, allowing families to secure their places quickly and easily. 

Funded by the Department for Education, HAF offers enriching activities and nutritious meals during school holidays aimed at children entitled to free school meals. The programme runs during Easter, summer, and Christmas breaks, providing vital support to children, young people, and their families across Northumberland. 

Audrey Kingham, Executive Director of Children, Young People and Education at Northumberland County Council, shared “Our new approach to booking will make the Easter activities so much more accessible, sooner, for many families. Northumberland is already recognised for their Holiday Activities work by DFE and this is another family centred approach being implemented.” 

To check your eligibility for the Holiday Activities and Food Programme, please contact your school, or email haf@northumberland.gov.uk.
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