At Holbeck Together we know how important it is to create positive childhood memories but, we also understand how expensive and inaccessible it can be for families.
Along with Yorkshire Children’s Charity we have been able to offer four fantastic free days out to local Holbeck families.
4 Yorkshire destinations – York Maze, Temple Newsam, Bridlington and Scarborough
195 attendees
6 volunteers
4 Blue Sky coaches
211 packed lunches
100% guaranteed FUN!
We are so thankful to Yorkshire Children’s Charity for supporting us as part of their organisational grants work which gives children the opportunity to enjoy, explore and engage in the world around them, and be what children should be; carefree. We have also been able to work with their volunteers who have been invaluable in helping our families on the day trips.
York Maze
16 families, which included 32 children, had the best day out at York Maze getting active on the popcorn pillow, laughing on the crowmania ride, getting lost in the mazes and so much more. Our families were amazed at just how much there is to see and do. One parent told us what it meant to them;
“My little boy is dino obsessed so York Maze was just amazing and something I’d never be able to afford, I appreciated it so much!”
Bridlington
Our Parents and Tots Together group enjoyed a sun filled day trip to Bridlington enjoying free time followed by fun on the beach with Holbeck Together staff playing games, building sandcastles, parachute games and plenty of the usual Parents and Tots Together singing and dancing.
All 49 of us came back with sand between our toes and lots of lovely memories. The trip left us all feeling good, families shared the following:
“I am a single parent, and I don’t drive so it is very rare me and my son have days out together. These trips meant a lot to us and we had such a fun time bonding. Thank you Holbeck Together and Yorkshire Children Charity.”
“It was the first time on the beach for my toddler. His hands and feet on the sand and in the sea gave him a smile no parent can never ever forget”
Temple Newsam
“My child has never seen real life farm animals before, it was so cool for her and an amazing experience, especially when she could stroke piglets :)”
Families who access our Healthy Holidays programme had the chance to enjoy a day out together at Temple Newsam estate. It was a fabulously full day out including the grounds, farm, play areas and included an interactive story walk around the house.
Scarborough
We enjoyed another beach day, this time in Scarborough, full of sun, ice cream and family fun. We received the following message from a little boy and his Mum who had so much fun on his first seaside trip:
“Thanks for a lovely day my tuna sandwich was yummy. The sea and sand were amazing, I could have stayed forever playing. I met some new friends too. I am now enjoying my cheese sandwich supper before bath and bed. My mummy hopes I have the best sleep tonight and says you all work so hard to make us all happy! Love Z x”
The children enjoyed themselves so much, we asked them about their best bits and here’s what they had to say:
“Spending time with my mummy having lots fun!”
“Playing with my friends on the beach.”
“Going on a big coach, seeing farm animals and making new friends.”
“Playing games on the beach and fun.”
“The confusion house was so funny!”
A great day out surrounded by family and local people can benefit children and families in many ways including building social skills, learning and development through adventure and exploration and promote awareness of nature and their environment.
As we move into the autumn and winter, Holbeck Together are looking for sponsorship from local people and businesses to continue making life changing memories for local people. For further information please contact Holbeck Together on (0113) 245 5553.
This post is based on a press release issued by Holbeck Together
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