Easter Activities and Events Near You
Easter Holidays Fun for Children
The Easter holidays are coming, which means the fun-filled Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is open for bookings to support local families!
There are lots of free sessions available for children to play, make friends and eat healthy, nutritious food.
From nurturing curiosity at forest schools, to teamwork skills with multisports games. From developing creativity with performing arts, to expanding minds with exciting science experiments!
The HAF programme is open to families in receipt of benefits-related free school meals.
In Tameside, we currently have 13,758 children eligible for benefit-related free school meals, so find out if the support provided by the HAF Programme is available to your family by clicking this link: www.tameside.gov.uk/haf
For families who don’t qualify for HAF under the government guidance, Tameside’s Family Information Service can talk through the options that are available to you. – The Family Information Service (FIS) – Tameside MBC
Monthly Walk and Talk – SEND Steppers
Everyone is welcome on Tameside Umbrella Parent Carer Forum’s accessible and wheelchair friendly walks. Join other SEND families, meet new people, share experiences and get advice and support.
Join them on the first Wednesday and the second Sunday of the month during April to September 11am-12pm at various accessible routes in Tameside. The locations will be posted on their Facebook page (Tameside Umbrella Parent Carer Forum)
EVERYBODY CAN – Disability/Inclusive Community Sessions
Everybody Can’s disability and inclusive community sessions offer family‑friendly activities for those who require additional support or disability‑friendly activities, for anyone above the age of 5. They welcome families to come and enjoy, knowing that support and appropriate equipment is available via our qualified staff team.
Weekly Sessions
Monday
- 5:00pm – 7:00pm
- Cycling
- Tameside Cycle Circuit
- 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Clip ’n’ climb, soft play, sensory and swimming
- Active Medlock
Tuesday
- 6:00pm – 7:30pm
- Swimming
- Active Hyde
Wednesday
- 6:00pm – 8:00pm
- Multi-sports, dance and life skills
- Active Oxford Park
Thursday
- 5:00pm – 7:00pm
- Cycling
- Tameside Cycle Circuit
- 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Bowling, yoga and sensory play with Active Angels
- Tameside Wellness Centre
Friday
- 4:00pm – 5:00pm
- Dance
- Active Copley
Saturday
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm
- Cycling
- Tameside Cycle Circuit
For further information, email: EverybodyCan@activetameside.com
Let’s Talk! Speech & Language Drop-In
FREE SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES
A relaxed space to ask questions. Each family can take part in one drop‑in session with us. Are you worried about?
- How your child plays?
- Their talking or understanding?
- Their milestones?
At the drop in, you’ll be able to:
- Speak with a Speech & Language Therapist
- Get guidance from the Health Visitor
- Enjoy the soft play together
Where:
- Denton Wellness Centre
- Thursdays (term time)
- 9am – 11am
Showcase your talent! Monthly autism open mic talent event
Performers have a chance to join their upcoming CHRISTMAS SHOW!
- At the Chute Bar
- 7 Bow Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6BU
- Tuesday 28th April 7pm
Must be 18 and over
For more info, contact Lisa at: lisacole1972.lc@gmail.com
Event Invitation – Autism, Proud to Be Me
An event will be held to launch the Tameside Autism Strategy. This will be an opportunity for Autistic people in Tameside to attend and consult with various organisations and agencies.
The event will also explore how to promote and develop the key priorities:
- Increasing Awareness and Understanding
- Improving Access to Education and Transition
- Improving Access to Employment
- Tackling Health Inequalities
The event will take place on Thursday, 23 April 2026, 12.00pm – 7.00pm at Oxford Park Community Sports Centre, Pottinger Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL7 0PW.
If you would like to attend, please reply by email to: Giovanna Surico-Hassall (giovanna.surico-hassall@tameside.gov.uk) and Gary Schofield (gary.schofield@tameside.gov.uk)
