4 Aug 2025
Free Holiday Clubs and Meals for Eligible Children This Summer
Merton HAF Programme 2025
Merton Council’s Holiday Activities and Food programme is now live for Summer 2025, offering a wide range of free holiday clubs that include a nutritious meal each day. Funded by the Department for Education, the programme supports children aged 5 to 15 who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals, as well as those in other priority groups.
This summer, the HAF programme runs across multiple venues in Merton, with engaging activities including sports, arts, music, drama, STEM, and outdoor play. Places are limited and booking is essential.
Who Can Take Part?
The HAF programme is open to:
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Children aged 5 to 15 who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals
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Young carers
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Children with a social worker
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Children with SEND, including those in Alternative Resource Provisions (ARPs)
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Refugees and asylum seekers, including children from Ukraine and Afghanistan
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Siblings of eligible children in exceptional circumstances
How to Book
Eligible families will have received a text or email with a voucher link to log into HolidayActivities.com. Simply enter your code and postcode to see all available options nearby.
If you haven’t received a voucher and think your child is eligible, contact the council at HAF@merton.gov.uk.
Book now via www.HolidayActivities.com
If you're not eligible or on means tested benefits, many providers take on private bookings for their summer clubs, get in touch with them to find out more.