5 £3 summer holiday activities for Huntly kids at a loose end, hosted by charity Gordon Rural Action
HUNTLY families at a loose end over the summer holidays have been encouraged to take part in fun weekly activities - for just £3 a session.
The sessions, organised by local charity Gordon Rural Action, began last week and gave children the chance to try tubing.
Funded by Aberdeenshire Council’s Tackling Poverty and Inequalities project, the new bargain sessions will run every week until Thursday, August 15 and will include activities like an inflatable obstacle courses, canoeing, paddleboarding, fishing and even learning about fascinating beasties.
Children will also be able to join in a litter-pick and have a snack before sessions, giving them the chance to make a difference in the community.
GRA coordinator Kayleigh Nicholls said: “These activities are so important.
“We are providing an affordable option for the holidays, because the cost of clubs, groups and activities has increased with the cost of living and many children are going without.
“The second reason being the importance of us all taking accountability for our community and doing these litter picks helps with that.”
All the activities are £3 to book, with no further cost. The charity is also providing travel and a reduced rate for those who may struggle to afford the £3 and appropriate clothing and footwear, if required, through the uniform exchange.
To attend a summer events, parents can email Kayleigh.nicholls@gordonrural.org.uk to book a spot.
The next event, on Wednesday, July 17 involves an outdoor fun run, including an inflatable obstacle course and games, finishing at 4pm.
On Monday, July 22, two sessions at Huntly Development Trust’s Greenmyres adventure sports location will give children, seven or older, a taste of canoeing and paddleboarding.
Then, Monday, July 29 will see kids trying their hand at fishing at Artloch Fishery, before having the chance to cook and enjoy some pre-caught fish.
On Monday, August 5, youngsters are set to go pond dipping and beast hunting with a local ranger.
Finally, on Thursday, August 15 children will meet incredible creatures from across the world, courtesy of The Critter Keeper from Aberdeen at the Pensioners’ Hall on Church Street.
The activity’s £3 booking fee includes a ticket for the show, but those who did not take part can buy their own tickets £6.
However, these are not the only summer activities on offer.
Craft activities will take at the Pensioners Hall on Church Street, on Thursday, July 25 and Tuesday, August 6, from 2pm to 4.30pm, for £5 per child.
And the Uniform Exchange’s free summer fun day will return to the Stewart’s Hall on July 27 - with a soft play, fun run, entertainment, stalls and plenty of free uniform items.
The only charges will be for facepainting, drinks and snacks.
Alongside the fun day, the Uniform Exchange will be setting up pop-up shops within No 30, The Square building (July 19, July 23, August 1), the Tin Hut in Gartly (August 8), and the Bennachie Leisure Centre in Insch (July 18).
Also coming up for GRA are fundraising events, including a ladies day on September 27 at Huntly Golf Club, and a quiz night (August 17) and bingo (August 30) at the Huntly FC social club.
