- Free active activities for October half term
- Book now to avoid disappointment, limited free spaces
- Activities open for children up to the age of 12 years
Tamworth Borough Council have announced free October half-term holiday activities taking place from Monday 28 October – Friday 1 November.
The activity programme will run Monday- Friday, offering a wide range of activities for children aged 0–12 years old and the great news is that all activities are completely free of charge. Though all sessions must be booked in advance.
The varied programme, funded by Tamworth Borough Council, is guaranteed to have something on offer for children of all abilities and interests, including trampoline and soft play, football camp, cycling sessions and crafts.
Activities take place at:
Jump Xtreme 5–12-year-olds, 5pm-6pm on Monday 28 October and Friday 1 November:
- Location – Wilnecote, Tamworth.
- Call 01827 290007 to secure your free place and unique reference number (this number must be redeemed on the day of the activity).
- A responsible adult must stay on site during the activity and sign a waiver before the start of the session, found here: https://jumpxtreme.co.uk/waiver-2/.
- Every child participating will need to wear the specific jump xtreme socks, these are not provided but can be purchased from jump xtreme.
That Fun Place 0-5 years-olds, 10am-12pm on Monday 28 October:
- Location – Wilnecote, Tamworth.
- Three levels of soft play with over 30 individual activities such as spiral slides, ball pools, racing slides, swing donuts, nest climb, as well as a dedicated tot’s zone.
- All children need to be supervised at all times by a responsible adult, appropriate clothing and sock must be worn at all times.
- These activities are free for one accompanying parent or guardian, additional parents/guardians will charge extra when checking in.
- To book call:01827 290007.
Football Camp 6-10 years-old, 10am-12pm on Monday 28 October – Friday 1 November:
- Location - Anker Valley 3G pitch.
- Practice your football skills this half term.
- Moulded studded football boots and shinpads must be worn.
- Bring a waterproof jacket and drink.
- To book email: Sports-Pitches@tamworth.gov.uk.
- Please arrive 10mins before the session to fill in a medical/photography consent form.
Bike ability 9-12years-old, 9.30am-12pm and 1pm-3.30pm on Tuesday 29 October and Wednesday 30 October:
- Location - Anker Valley.
- National cycle training programme teaching practical skills to ride safely on roads.
- Bring your own bike.
- To book contact: https://bikeright.co.uk/sponsors/staffordshire/.
Halloween craft, suitable for children over 4 years old, 12pm-3pm on 31 October:
- Location – Ankerside.
- All children need to be supervised by a responsible adult.
Councillor Lewis Smith, portfolio holder for people services, leisure and engagement, said: “We are excited to offer these activities during the October school half term. We expect take-up of these free places to be very popular, so I would encourage people to sign up as soon as possible so that they don’t miss out.
“We work in partnership with sports clubs from across the borough to put together our school holiday programmes, which means we can offer a wide range of events for children for free during the holidays.”
Along with the free holiday activities, Tamworth Borough Council is also hosting events and entertainment in the Assembly Rooms and Tamworth Castle, with many varied free and paid for activities for the whole family.
More details are available at: What's On | Tamworth Arts and Events and on the castle website here: www.tamworthcastle.co.uk.