We are offering, with local partner organisations, a range of fun, free/affordable activities for children, young people and families during the summer holidays.
Information for parents
We know school holidays can be a tricky time and sometimes you may need a little help or support. Our Connecting Parents Angus website has information on support agencies and how to contact them. It also has information on Free School Meals and School Clothing Grants.
Visit Angus
There is so much to see and do around the towns of Angus, full of fascinating facts and interesting places to visit.
Angus has a fantastic selection of outdoor activities with coastal and inland locations, which are ideal for a day out.
To find out more, go to the Visit Angus website.
Free swimming sessions
We are working in partnership with ANGUSalive to offer free swimming to children, and families throughout the holiday period.
Visit ANGUSalive for the availability of funded sessions in your area and how to book.
Free holiday football camps
Funded by the Scottish FA and Scottish Gas. The free camps are designed to reduce stress on families during the summer by keeping children active, social, and engaged. Lunches are provided.
- Brechin: Public Park, DD9 7HQ, 10am to 12noon: Monday 4 to Friday 8 August
- Forfar: Strathmore Primary School, St James Road, DD8 1LE: 10am to 11:30am, Monday 14 to Friday 18 July
- Montrose: Links Park (may change as pitch due for relay), 10am to 12:30pm, Monday 14 to Friday 18 July
To register, complete the contact form on the Scottish FA website.
Arbroath and District Church of Scotland Holiday Club
The day will include games, crafts, activities and Bible stories. Lunch and a snack will be provided.
- Wednesday 9 July at St Vigeans Church Hall, St Vigeans, Arbroath, DD11 4RB
- Wednesday 23 July at St Andrew's Church, 21 Hamilton Green, Arbroath DD11 1JG
- Wednesday 6 August at West Kirk, Keptie Street, Arbroath, DD11 3AZ
Booking essential. For details, see Arbroath and District Church of Scotland on Facebook.
Kirriemuir Food Hub: Lunches
Kirriemuir Food Hub, 23 Bank Street, Kirriemuir, DD8 4BE
Monday 10am - 2pm
Tuesday 10am - 2pm
Wednesday 11am -1pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am- 2pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
For more information, see Kirriemuir Food Hub on Facebook.
Kirriemuir Fire Station open doors drop in events
See the fire engine and chat with local firefighters. Plus fire safety and water safety advice.
Every Friday from 11am to 1pm during the school holidays (4 July to 15 August)
For more information see the Kirriemuir Community Fire Station Facebook page.
Murton Trust for Education and the Environment
Activities throughout the summer holidays, including: Meet the Animals, Murton Makers, Tots at the Tipi, Storytelling at the Tipi, Farm Entries, Picnic or Soup Lunches and Treasure Hunts.
Our activities are delivered within public bus times to Murton. For those wishing to use public transport please use Forfar Town Service bus JP Coaches 117.
Booking essential. View website for details.
North East Wellbeing Solutions CIC - summer fun
From 4 July to 1 August at Borrowfield Primary School, Newhame Road, Montrose, DD10 9EZ
Arts and Crafts, Forest School, water fun, parachute and more.
Booking essential. View the North East Wellbeing Solutions CIC website for details.
Skilz Academy - multi sport sessions and PKS astro turf
- Monday 7 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Wednesday 9 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Friday 11 July 12noon - 3pm - Structured Delivery and Free Play - Families - PKS Astroturf
- Tuesday 15 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Wednesday 16 July 12noon - 3pm - Structured Delivery and Free Play - Families - PKS Astroturf
- Thursday 17 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Monday 21 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Tuesday 22 July 12noon - 3pm - Structured Delivery and Free Play - Families - PKS Astroturf
- Thursday 24 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 -PKS Astroturf
- Monday 28 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18-PKS Astroturf
- Wednesday 30 July 1pm - 3pm - Free Play Multi-Sports for ages 8 to 18 - PKS Astroturf
- Friday 1 August 12noon - 3pm - Structured Delivery and Free Play - Families - PKS Astroturf
Visit the Skilz Academy website for details.
DD8 Music
DD8 Music is dedicated to promoting involvement in musical and creative activities to people of all ages in the Kirriemuir area.
Brechin Golf Club - family foot golf
The Clubhouse, Brechin Golf Course, Trinity, Brechin, DD9 7PD
Monday to Friday and Sundays when available.
Booking essential. Visit the Brechin golf Club website for details.
Brechin Youth Project - summer fun sessions
At The Attic, 19 Clerk Street, Brechin.
Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.
Vibrant Communities - family fun days
Forfar: Steele Park - Tuesday 15 July 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Arbroath: Victoria Park - Tuesday 12 August 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Brechin: Inch Park - Wednesday 13 August 1.30pm to 3.30pm
ANGUSalive
Inclusive Multi Sports Camp:
- Carnoustie Sports Centre: 8 and 9 July from 2pm to 3.30pm
- Montrose Sports Centre - 13 and 14 August from 11am to 12.30pm
Sensory Play:
- Forfar Library: 8 July from 2.15pm to 3pm and 3.15pm to 4pm
- Montrose Library: 15 July from 10.15am to 11am and 11.15am to 12 noon
Inclusive Cycle Adventure:
- Monikie Country Park: 11 July from 1pm to 2pm and 2.15pm to 3.15pm
- Forfar Loch Country Park: 21 July from 1pm to 2pm and 2.15pm to 3.15pm
1:1 Swim Lessons:
- Forfar Community Campus on 7, 14 and 21 July and 11 August from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Inclusive Outdoor Activity Camp:
- Monikie Country Park from 14 to 18 July: 1pm to 4pm (bookings can be for individual days)
Booking essential: view website for details
YMCA Montrose (MoHUB) - summer fun programme
YMCA Montrose, 98 Murray Street, Montrose, DD10 8JG
MoHUB Juniors: for Primary 5, 6 and 7 pupils (including new primary 5s and S1s)
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am to 1pm
MoHUB Seniors: For S1 to S6 pupils (including new S1s)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6.30pm to 9pm (9.30pm Wednesdays only)
Weeks commencing 14, 21, 28 July and 4 August.
Strathmore Community Rugby Trust - Multisports camps
Other partners
We are working with a range of partners, offering targeted support to identified children and families, including:
- ANGUSalive
- Angus Council Carers Support Service
- Angus Council Family Nurture Support Team
- Angus Council Locality Service
- Active Schools Angus
- Brechin Buccaneers
- Montrose Community Trust