The jam -packed summer activities programme includes sport, excursions, learning opportunities, farm visits, stay and play sessions, youth focused events and much more.
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More than 500 sessions of free activities for families this Summer.
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More than 58,000 free meals to support families and lessen the impact of the cost-of living crisis.
Tower Hamlets Council has announced its Summer of Fun 2023 programme, providing free activities for children, young people and families during the school summer holidays.
The jam-packed programme is designed to give children and young people opportunities to explore their local environment, enjoy the outdoors, participate in physical activities, and increase their engagement with arts and culture. It includes sport, residentials, excursions, learning opportunities, farm visits, stay and play sessions, youth focused events and much more.
The council is working in partnership with a range of organisations including youth centres, farms, adventure playgrounds, and arts organisations, to deliver the programme.
Many of the activities offer a free meal, supporting families who may be experiencing hardship, especially during the long school break and when the cost-of-living crisis is impacting families.
Highlights of the Summer of Fun 2023 programme include:
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Summer Art East – creative workshops and drop-in sessions including dance, animation, DJ skills, drama and more
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Girls’ coaching camps – sport and physical activity sessions aimed at increasing female participation in sports and physical activity
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Family fun days and play in the park sessions
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Accredited courses and coaching and careers workshops for teenagers and young adults
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Multi-sport and football camps
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In the Neighbourhood - four days of free family fun including outdoor cinema, live music, theatre, sports, and wellbeing activities hosted by All Points East in collaboration with Tower Hamlets Council, community organisations, local businesses, and suppliers.
This year’s programme is supported by Young Tower Hamlets, the council’s youth service, which recently received a £13.7 million investment to expand its support for young people.
Lutfur Rahman, Mayor of Tower Hamlets, said: “Our unique summer holiday programme aims to foster family bonding, inspire curiosity, ignite adventure, and alleviate hardship for children and families across the borough. I encourage everyone to discover what’s on and make the most of the facilities in the borough’s parks and open spaces, youth centres, sports clubs, and family hubs.”
Cllr Maium Talukdar, Deputy Mayor and Cabinet Member for Education, Youth and Lifelong Learning, said: “This summer, residents can discover a world of learning, creativity, adventure, and endless opportunities to make the most of the school summer break.”
Cllr Iqbal Hossain, Cabinet Member for Culture and Recreation, said:
“The hundreds of free activities and food for young people on offer as part of our summer events programme will give families the vital support they need for a healthy, active, and refreshing summer holiday season.
"View the Summer of Fun 2023 programme for more information, registration details, and regular updates.
Posted on Tuesday 4th July 2023