This summer we are offering, with local partner organisations, a range of fun, free/affordable activities for children, young people and families.
Below is a list of opportunities we and our partners have planned. We’ve highlighted some of the larger events first and then split information by location.
You can also use the map at the end of the page to see what’s on by location.
ANGUSalive
We are pleased to offer you the chance to apply for a funded membership (for eight weeks). Limited places available with eligibility criteria/first come, first served basis. Applications closed Friday 25 June.
Monikie Country Park
Family inclusive orienteering on 9 July 2021, 11am to 12noon. For age 5 to 12 book on ANGUSalive website or for 12 years upwards book at ANGUSalive website.
Family inclusive bike session – dates and times available on ANGUSalive website.
Voluntary Action Angus
Various events suitable for children aged 4 to 11 years. Find out more on the VAA website and book a place online.
Murton Trust (visitor farm, tearoom, nature reserve)
Forfar DD8 2RZ
Murton Trust is offering free access to everyone who lives in Angus during the school summer holidays. There are various events on through the holidays including animal handing, rucksack rambles, scavenger hunts, plus much more. Visit their website for information and to book a place.
The JP Coach bus number 117 takes you to Murton Trust.
Brechin Golf Club: footgolf with lunch
Every weekday (apart from Wednesday) from Monday 28 June to Friday 6 August. Booking essential on 01356 625270 as limited spaces available.
Angus Cycle Hub
Free bikes through the Angus Cycle Hub smiles for miles scheme. You can be referred to the scheme by one of their partner agencies (Angus Council, Voluntary Action Angus or New Solutions) or an Angus Cycle Hub staff member.
Arbroath FC Trust and Active Schools
Football and activities, Seaton Park: every weekday from Monday 28 June to Friday 9 July, Monday 26 July to Friday 6 August, 10am to 2pm. Email arbroathfcct@gmail.com or Arbroath FC Community Trust website to book a place.
Arbroath FC Trust and Active Schools: FULLY BOOKED
Multi-activity at Cliffburn Community Centre Park, Abbotsford Road:
Every weekday from Monday 12 July to Friday 23 July, 11am to 1pm. Email arbroathfcct@gmail.com to book a place.
Arbroath HS, bowls at the pitches: FULLY BOOKED
Every Thursday, 11am to 1pm.
Arbroath SC, swimming: FULLY BOOKED
Tuesday 13, 20, 27 July and 3 August, 11:15am to 12:15pm.
Arbroath HS, martial arts at the pitches: FULLY BOOKED
Tuesday 20, 27 July and 3 August, 11am to 1pm.
To book a place for the bowls, martial arts or swimming email activeschools@angus.gov.uk with your child’s name, age, chosen sessions, and an emergency contact number or call your local Active Schools Coordinator: Arbroath North - David McLeish on 07810 658645 or Arbroath West - Kelly Moonlight on 07464 900 989.
Friockheim Hub
Monday 19 July: Mini medics, 8 to 11 years old, 1pm to 4pm.
Friday 25 July to Friday 6 August: Sensory room (2hr session and snack).
Monday date TBC: Family fun baking, 2 to4pm.
Booking essential for all sessions above. Book via the hub, contact Mike at mike@friockhub.co.uk
Little Rays online session
A fun session with music and stories for children with additional support needs delivered by a multi-agency team.
Each group runs once each week for around an hour on Wednesday afternoons from 1.30 to 2.30pm using Microsoft Teams.
For more information email GetIntoSummer@angus.gov.uk.
Brechin Cathedral Boxing Club: FULLY BOOKED
Matrix Building, boxing:
Monday 28 to Wednesday 30 June, 10am to 12noon.
Monday 5 to Wednesday 7 July, 10am to 12noon.
Rugby, Montrose Academy Pitches: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 29 and Tuesday 29 June, 11am to 1pm.
Monday 5 July, 11am to 1pm.
Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 July, 11am to 1pm.
Monday 19 and Tuesday 20 July, 11am to 1pm.
Monday 26 and Tuesday 27 July, 11am to 1pm.
Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 August, 11am to 1pm.
Andover PS, multi activity: FULLY BOOKED
Friday 2 July, 10am to 12noon.
Montrose SC, swimming: FULLY BOOKED
Tuesday 29 June, 12noon to 1pm.
Tuesday 6 July, 12noon to 1pm.
Tuesday 13 July, 12noon to 1pm.
Tuesday 20 July, 12noon to 1pm..
Tuesday 27 July, 12noon to 1pm.
Tuesday 3 August, 12noon to 1pm.
Brechin Campus, football camp (age 5 to 12): FULLY BOOKED
Monday 5 July to Friday 9 July, 9:30am to 12:30pm.
Maisondieu Primary School, multi activity (rugby, cricket and football): FULLY BOOKED
Friday 9 July and Friday 6 August, 10am to 12pm
Brechin CT Football, Victoria park: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29 and 30 July, 9am to 12pm.
To book a place on any of the sessions above, email activeschools@angus.gov.uk with your child’s name, age, chosen sessions, and an emergency contact number or call your local Active Schools Coordinator: Brechin James Colhoun 07771 506 039 or Montrose Jamie McLaren 07771 506 038.
Montrose Community Hub, free summer fun and food
Every weekday from Monday 5 July to Friday 6 August, 2pm to 6pm
Call 01674 677582 to book a place.
Montrose Community trust summer soccer, Montrose Community Hub
Every weekday from Monday 5 July to Friday 30 July, 10am to 3pm.
Call 01674 677582 to book a place.
ANGUSalive, Brechin, 30 July – Pirates, puppets and fairies
Two events of 90 minutes including puppet making, professional storyteller, games and much more. Book through ANGUSalive website.
Little Rays online session
A fun session with music and stories for children with additional support needs delivered by a multi-agency team. Each group runs once each week for around an hour on Wednesday afternoons from 1.30 to 2.30pm using Microsoft Teams. For more information email GetIntoSummer@angus.gov.uk.
Tennis Courts Near Carnoustie LC, multi activity: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 28 June, 5, 12, 19, 26 July and 2 August, 11am to1pm.
Dundee East CSH Camp, Whitton Park, Broughty Ferry: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 28, 29 and 30 June, 1 and 2 July 9am to 3pm.
Forthill Tennis Club Camps: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 28, 29 and 30 June, 1 and 2 July
Age 3 to 5: 9am to 10am, age 6 to 9: 10.30am to 12.30pm, age 10 to 18: 1pm to 3pm.
Dryburgh Athletic CFC, Lochee Park, Dundee – girls only, U7-U13: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 July, Monday 26, 27, 28, 20 and 30 July, 9am to 12pm
Birkhill PS, multi sports with Skillz Academy: FULLY BOOKED
Thursday 15, 22, 29 July, 10am to 1pm.
To book a place email activeschools@angus.gov.uk with your child’s name, age, chosen sessions, and an emergency contact number or call your local Active Schools Coordinator: Carnoustie/Monifieth Emma Thomas or Jo Whaite 07771 506 041 or 07771 506 042.
Little Rays online session
A fun session with music and stories for children with additional support needs delivered by a multi-agency team. Each group runs once each week for around an hour on Wednesday afternoons from 1.30 to 2.30pm using Microsoft Teams.
For more information email GetIntoSummer@angus.gov.uk.
S-Mart Angus
Free picnics, every Tuesday and Thursday during the school holidays.
Websters SC, football Camp (age 5-12): FULLY BOOKED
Monday 28 June to Friday 2 July, 9.30am to 12.30pm
Websters HS pitches, multi activity: FULLY BOOKED
Wednesday 7 and 14 July, 10am to 12pm.
Strathmore Cricket Club, cricket/multi activity: FULLY BOOKED
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during school holidays, 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1pm to 3pm.
Inchmacoble Park, Forfar, rugby: FULLY BOOKED
Monday 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23 July
P1to P7, 9.30am to 11.30am
U13 to U18, 12.30pm to 3.00pm.
To book a place email activeschools@angus.gov.uk with your child’s name, age, chosen sessions, and an emergency contact number or call your local Active Schools Coordinator: Forfar, Laura Robertson on 07771 506 040 or Kirriemuir, Magnus Moncrieff on 07771 506 037.
DD8 Music
Programme of summer music activities for young people, visit their website for full programme, and their Facebook page for the latest news, or contact Steven@DD8Music.com for enquiries.
Signs of Change
Programme of summer street art activities for young people, visit their Facebook page for the latest news, or contact Graham@DD8Music.com for enquiries.
East and Old Church, Forfar
Baby blether, Manse Gardens, Friday 25 June, 10am to 1pm. Open to all parents/carers with babies (can bring primary school-age children).
Blair Drummond Safari Park, 6 July, 9am to 5.30pm.
Family BBQ, Manse Gardens, Wednesday 14 July, 1pm to 4pm.
Landmark Fun Park, 21 July, 8.30am to 6.30pm.
Film afternoon, Manse Gardens, 2 August, 4pm to 7.30pm.
Call 01307 248228 to book.
Lowson Memorial Parish Church, Forfar
Free breakfast club for children with activities and games. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 11.30am.
ANGUSalive, Myre Car Park, Forfar 23 July
Two 90 minutes of Harry Potter activities, including making a wand, Quidditch and much more fun activities. Book through ANGUSalive website.
Little Rays online session
A fun session with music and stories for children with additional support needs delivered by a multi-agency team. Each group runs once each week for around an hour on Wednesday afternoons from 1.30 to 2.30pm using Microsoft Teams. For more information email GetIntoSummer@angus.gov.uk.
Kirrie Youth Project
A summer of fun ’21, S1-S3 (class 2021/2022):
Visit Kirrie Youth Project FB page or email kirrieyouthproject@gmail.com
If you are receiving support from any of the groups below, please get in touch with your worker to find out what they’ve planned, or they might contact you directly.
- Family Nurture Support Team
- 16+ Team
- Inverbrothock Primary School Out of School Club
- Abbeyview Primary School Out of School Club
- Angus Youth Work summer programme
- Angus Women’s Aid
- The Glens Project
Homestart are holding various outdoor family group sessions in Arbroath, Montrose Brechin, Forfar, Kirriemuir, Carnoustie and Monifieth.
New Solutions, Montrose are holding various sessions including escape rooms, junk modelling/constructions, scavenger hunts, parachute games, outdoor arts and so on.
The Wee Childcare Company is holding various sessions through Abbeyview holiday club and Monikie holiday club.