Holiday Activities

Acton Scott Heritage Farm is looking forward to welcoming All In members to the historic Victorian farm. You'll have plenty of space to explore, there are rare breed animals to see and activities to try. Bring a picnic or have lunch in the cafe. Please just present your All In membership number at reception which will entitle one All In member and an accompanying adult to enter for free. There are indoor and outdoor activities and most spaces are wheelchair accessible.

Venue: Acton Scott Heritage Farm, Acton Scott, Church Stretton, Shropshire (SY6 6QN)

Dates: Thursday, October 29

Time: All day drop-in between 10am-4pm

Cost: Free

Age: 3-17

The Cavalier Centre offers a unique opportunity to engage with horses and other elements. These include:

Riding: Tuesdays 2-5pm, Thursdays 2-5pm, Fridays 2-5pm and Sundays 9.30am-12pm.

Throughout the year – excluding 2 weeks at Christmas.

Ranging from “pure fun” through to international dressage, Cavalier Centre RDA provides the ideal combination of enjoyment and fulfilment that comes from being on a horse or a pony. Lessons are in groups of no more than six riders, with expert coaches, enabling people to progress and develop their skills.

Vaulting: Mondays 5pm.

Equestrian vaulting is often described as gymnastics on horseback. The horse is controlled by a lunger and in a 15-metre circle, while the vaulter performs exercises on the horse’s back using specialist equipment. Vaulting is a fantastic physical activity that helps with concentration and focus as well as balance and control. Vaulting training sessions combine skills such as dance and gymnastics to help to develop confidence, balance and harmony with the horse. Being part of a vaulting group is a lot of fun!

Stable Management: Saturdays 11am.

Mixed yard based activities learning horse care and behaviour, using a mixture of grooming, feeding and cleaning.

Venue: Cavalier Centre, Bradley Farm, Much Wenlock (TF13 6PE)

Cost: £10

Age: 4+

Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable family day out on the Montgomery Canal, exploring the waterway by Bellboat and stopping along the route for a picnic. Bellboats are large, stable team boats paddled with canoe paddles, making them ideal for families and groups of all experience levels. This trip offers a fantastic opportunity to discover the Montgomery Canal—often referred to locally as the “Lime Line”—between Pool Quay and Welshpool. Along the way, participants can enjoy spotting wildlife, spending time outdoors, and sharing a fun experience with friends and family in a safe and supportive environment.

Venue: Pool Quay

Dates: To be confirmed

Time: 10:00am-1:30pm

Cost: Free

Age: 6-17, children under 8 must meet the providers supervision requirements.

To book, email info@docanoe.com

Family Canoe sessions provide families with the opportunity to share a relaxed and enjoyable paddling experience together in rafted canoes. These sessions focus on supported participation, allowing families and carers to paddle as a group while exploring the river in and around Shrewsbury. Participants will have the chance to discover new perspectives of the town, explore sections of the river both above and below Shrewsbury, spot local wildlife, and step ashore on shingle beaches along the way. Sessions are delivered at an accessible pace, with encouragement and guidance provided throughout.

Venue: Frankwell Canoe Ramp, The County Ground, Frankwell, Shrewsbury (SY3 8HQ)

Dates: Tuesday, October 27

Time: 10:30am-1:00pm

Cost: Free

Age: 7-17, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied as specified by the provider.

To book, email info@docanoe.com

Family Paddlesport offers an enjoyable and supportive introduction to paddling, whether you are seeking an active challenge or a relaxed experience on the water. The sessions provide families with the opportunity to develop skills, build confidence, and have fun together in a safe and welcoming environment. Participants will receive tailored guidance across a range of paddlesport, including canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. Sessions are suitable for a variety of ability levels, with opportunities for participants to work towards recognised Paddle UK Awards where appropriate.

Venue: Frankwell Canoe Ramp, The County Ground, Frankwell, Shrewsbury (SY3 8HQ)

Dates: To be confirmed

Time: 6-7:30pm

Cost: Free

Age: 7-17, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied as specified by the provider.

To book, email info@docanoe.com

Join us for a fun, inclusive sessions where we tailor our activities around a variety of different topics. All sessions are based around and focused on wellbeing, independence, confidence and social connection; and developing social development groups, delivered by qualified staff in and structured around supporting communication, emotional regulation and peer interaction.

Venue: Belle Vue Youth Club, Rocke Street, Shrewsbury (SY3 7PY)

Dates: Monday, October 26

Ages: 12-17

Time: 11:00am-3:00pm

Cost: £10 per session

To book, please email kids.shropshire@kids.org.uk

During the school holidays, we run days for those of you who enjoy looking after animals, using tools and getting muddy! Forest School - Building dens - Climbing trees - Building fires - Cooking - Building dams - Playing active games - Tools area - Getting muddy - Archery Animal Care -Guinea pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, ponies, horses, Shetlands, donkey, peafowl, degus, turtles, snakes... Children must be fairly able on their feet as the farm is naturally uneven. Parents are not expected to stay, although they are welcome to. Children/young people who need assistance with personal care are welcome to attend with a 1:1.

Venue: Lower Bush Farm (SY8 2ES)

Dates: Thursdays and Fridays during the school holidays except Christmas.

Time: 9am-4pm

Cost: £10

Age: 8+

To book, email lowerbush@gmail.com

Shrewsbury Town FC Foundation host All in Short Breaks football sessions whenever Shrewsbury Town FC have a home league fixture on a Saturday. All sessions are fully inclusive to all and are based around having fun and creating the best possible experience for our participants.

As part of the sessions, you will also have the opportunity if you wish to have two complimentary match tickets to the Shrewsbury Town FC fixture that day, as well as a complimentary car parking space.

Venue: The Croud Meadow, Oteley Road, Shrewsbury (SY2 6ST)

Dates: Saturday, October 31

Cost: £7.50

Time: 12:45pm-1:45pm for all age groups

For further information, please contact andrew.price@foundationstfc.co.uk

Each Sunday from 10:00am-11:00am, we welcome children and their families for a fully supported hour of horse riding! It's a brilliant chance to learn new skills, build confidence and spend time with our wonderful horses. Sessions include riding, woodland treks, themed activities and plenty of opportunities to make new friends.

Venue: Shropshire Adventures Ginny Hole Green Lane Stottesdon (DY14 8US)

Dates: Sundays

Time: 10:00am-11:00am

Cost: £15

Age: Under 16

To book, email horses@shropshireadventures.co.uk

Shropshire Community Leisure Trust host inclusive cycling sessions in an enclosed track, with the first session being for advanced level cyclists and the second being for beginner level cyclists.

Venue: Shrewsbury Sports Village

Dates: Saturdays.

Throughout the year - excluding two weeks at Christmas.

Time: 10:00am-11:00am and 11:00am-12:00pm

Cost: £1.50

Age: 7-17

To book, call 0345 000 7002

Shropshire Community Leisure Trust host inclusive swimming lessons across multiple venues in Shropshire.

Quarry Swimming and Fitness Centre: Mondays 4.30-5pm and 6-6.30pm.

Tuesdays 4.30pm-5.00pm

Market Drayton Swimming and Fitness Centre: Wednesdays 4-4.30pm

Throughout the year – excluding 2 weeks at Christmas.

Cost: £70.90 per 10 week block of swimming lessons

Age: 4-17

To book, call 0345 000 7002.

Highflyers Dance Sessions: Inclusive dance sessions for all abilities. Exploring our creativity through movement, performance, and play. All sessions are designed to develop skills and allow for progression towards a presentation of what they have achieved. In the past we have developed films and festivals to showcase the new skills and hard work of our participants.

Highflyers project outcomes are: Improving confidence, communication skills, and health & wellbeing, fostering positive social interactions, reducing isolation, empowering and achieving through gaining skills together and feeling valued . Please ensure you have suitable clothing and comfy shoes as well as a packed lunch. If your child needs assistance at lunchtime or with any other personal support, please contact us to discuss this.

Venue: The Gateway

Dates: Weekday School Holiday Activity

Time: 10:30am-2:30pm

Cost: £8

Age: 11-17

Contact Rachel Liggitt, Shropshire Inclusive Dance Co-Artistic Director for information about the workshops and the booking process by emailing youthsidance@gmail.com

Taking Part supports children and young people with SEND and their families in this way through their fortnightly activity sessions. They do this through a wide variety of activities such as visual arts, ball games, music workshops in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Venue: Mereside Community Centre, Shrewsbury (SY2 6LH)

Dates: To be confirmed

Time: 10:30am-12:30pm

Cost: £4 per child (£10 for three children)

Age: 7-14 (However age range is flexible)

To book, email jamila.walker@takingpart.co.uk