The kids will soon be breaking up for the long six week summer holidays.
Great for them - not so great for you if you're short on ideas when it comes to keeping them occupied!
Well, help is at hand!
There's plenty of fun filled activities across Barrow and Furness this summer to keep even the most energetic kids busy!
Take a look at what's on offer!
Barrow Park Leisure Centre
Busy, fun-packed children’s activity camps, suitable for 5- to 13-year-olds, are filled with many fun-filled activities, including:
Nerf Wars
A number of different sports
And even a wave machine!
These camps are running on various dates from the 21st July to 2nd September for only £12.50 a day for members, £15 for non-members with late and early pick up available!
Book now at reception or by calling 01229871146 to avoid missing out.
Advantage! Multi-Sports Summer Camp at Barrow Raiders
26th-29th July, 9th-12th August, 16th-19th August & 23rd-26th August 2022
Multi-sports & Music
Specialist Rugby Days
Food, fun & games
1 hot meal per child included
Nutrition workshops
Coached by Raiders stars
Industry 13 and under Holiday Camp
Monday 8th – Friday 12th August
9am – 3pm
Fun, Fitness and Feelings!
Session Leader: Dan Webber
Building confidence and self-esteem in young people!
Exploring teamwork and communication skills!
Developing positive physical and mental well being!
Promoting healthy eating and nutrition
£25 per day, £100 for 5 Days
Ages 5 – 13
Packed lunch required
Summer Holiday Activities at Ford Park
Looking for children’s activities for the Summer holidays?
Thanks to Cumbria’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme, join us at Ford Park for a mixture of multi-sports and creative indoor and outdoor activities.
Running on 25th,26th,27th July. 1st,2nd,3rd,8th, 9th,10th,15th, 16th,17th,22nd,23rd and 24th August, from 10.30am to 3.30pm – these fun, free activities are perfect for children aged 5-12.
Thanks to funding from the Department for Education’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme, these fully funded sessions also include a meal for every child.
** Please note – these free activity sessions are only available for eligible children in receipt of free school meals and other eligible children in particular circumstances. For more information and to find out if your child is eligible, please visit https://cumbria.gov.uk/.../holidaya.../holidayactivities.asp or contact Cumbria County Council for more information on eligibility**
For children not eligible for the free places but would like their Children to attend price is £28.50 per day
To book your child onto the activities at Ford Park or for more information, please email Ashleigh Wigley at ashleigh.wigley@ford-park.org.uk or call 01229 580666.
Better UK (Ulverston Leisure Centre)
WEEK ONE- WC 25/07/22
FREE HAF Activity Days For Children funded via Cumbria County Council
Sports, games, craft, wheels for all and more, lunch included.
10-2pm
25th and 26th July
(£20 per day if do not qualify, please bring pack lunch)
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book.
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Mon, Tues and Wed 1.30-3.00pm
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
WEEK TWO- WC 01/08/22
FREE HAF Activity Days For Children funded by Cumbria County Council,see CCC website for criteria.
Sports, games, craft, wheels for all and more, lunch included.
10-2pm
1st and 2nd August
(£20 per day if do not qualify, please bring pack lunch)
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book.
Intensive Swimming Lessons
Monday-Friday
10-10.30am
This intensive swim course is for Beginners 4 years and older
who have had very little or no experience of swimming lessons.
10.30-11am
(suitable for Students in our Better Swim School Lessons Foundatiion " Amber" or "Green ")
This intensive swim course is for Improvers aged 5 years and older and is focused on around technique development.
please book early to avoid disappointment !!
Book on Better UK App or website by selecting Lessons and Courses
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Mon, Wed and Thurs 11-12pm
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
WEEK THREE WC- 08/08/22
FREE HAF Activity Days Funded by Cumbria County Council, see CCC website for criteria.
Sports, games, craft, wheels for all and more, lunch included.
10-2pm
8th and 9th August
(£20 per day if do not qualify, please bring pack lunch)
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book.
Swimming distance badges- £10 per day, includes one distance medal.
Mon 8th 10-12pm badges 200m+ (have 200m badge)
Tues 9th 10-11.30am badges 5m-200m (age 5+ and have 5m badge)
email lucy.segger@gll.org to book.
Aqua Splash- Inflatable in pool.
8 years+ and must be a competent swimmer
Wed 10.15-11am
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Thurs and Fri 10-11.30am
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
WEEK FOUR- WC 15/08/22
FREE HAF Activity Days Funded by Cumbria County Council, see CCC website for criteria.
Sports, games, craft, wheels for all and more, lunch included.
10-2pm
15th August
(£20 per day if do not qualify, please bring pack lunch)
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book
Intensive Swimming Lessons
Monday-Friday
10-10.30am
This intensive swim course is for Beginners 4 years and older
who have had very little or no experience of swimming lessons.
10.30-11am
(suitable for Students in our Better Swim School Lessons Foundatiion " Amber" or "Green ")
This intensive swim course is for Improvers aged 5 years and older and is focused on around technique development.
please book early to avoid disappointment !!
Book on Better UK App or website by selecting Lessons and Courses.
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Mon, Wed, Thurs 11-12pm
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
WEEK FIVE WC- 22/08/22
Tennis Camp
Tues/Wed
10-11am Age 5-7
11-12pm Age 8-11
£10 per day
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book
Aqua Splash- Inflatable in pool.
8 years+ and must be a competent swimmer
Fri 10.15-11am
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Mon 10-12pm
Tues and Thurs 10-11.30am
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
WEEK SIX WC- 29/08/22
Tennis Camp
Tues/Wed
10-11am Age 5-7
11-12pm Age 8-11
£10 per day
Email lucy.segger@gll.org to book
Family Fun Swimming with floats and mats
Mon 1-2pm
Tues 10-11.30am
Book via Betteruk app or website.
Junior Gym Session
Available to all 11 - 15 years old
(you must be gym inducted to attend these sessions)
10-5pm Weekdays
Book your 50 minute slot via Betteruk app or website.
So there you have it!
There's lots taking place, all you have to do is get those places booked. School Summer holidays needn't be a massive headache!
Have a great summer!
