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During the school holidays

October Half-term holiday activities take place between Monday 26 to Friday 30 October 2026.    

For information about more activities for children and young people, visit Camden Rise.

Kids Swim for £1 at Camden swimming pools 

Enjoy access to swimming for £1 every day during the school holidays before 10am at Camden Better Leisure centres with Kids Swim for a Quid. 

This offer is available to all children under 16 years old. 

Kids Swim for £1 is also available during school term time, every Saturday and Sunday before 10am. 

For more information on membership and how to get started, visit Kids Swim for a Quid.

Camden Sports Development Summer Camps 

A wide variety of camps throughout the summer holidays, including multisport, gymnastics and trampolining at Talacre Community Sports Centre.  All activities are delivered by qualified, experience coaches. 

Multisport Camps for ages 8 to 12 years

Fun filled multi-sports camps, activities include gymnastics, trampoline, table tennis, badminton, pickleball, mini tennis, football, basketball, and lots of fun games.

Children of all abilities are welcomed.  

Camp dates

Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October

Camp times

9:00am to 3.30pm

  • Dropping off time:  9:00 to 9:30am
  • Pick up time: Between 3:15 to 3:30pm

Prices for 5-day scheme 

  • Concession: £47.00
  • Standard: £101.30
  • Full Price: £179.00  

Price per day 

  • Concession: £9.90
  • Standard: £20.60
  • Full price: £36.05 

Key Information for Parents

  • healthy packed lunch - no nuts please
  • plastic water bottle - no glass bottles
  • participants should wear sports kit, trainers and have appropriate outdoor clothing.
  • socks are required for trampolining and gymnastics
  • long hair should be tied back
  • no jewellery 
  • parents are encouraged to ensure children leave valuables at home, we cannot take responsibility for valuables lost or stolen
  • lockers are available in the centre and require £1 coin, refundable after use
  • Children will not be allowed to leave the site during the scheme 

Gymnastics Mini Camp (4 to 7 years)

Mini gymnastics help to develop children’s basic FUNdamental skills, agility, balance and co-ordination within a fun, enjoyable and safe environment.

Mini Camps run for 5 days.  

Camp dates

Monday 26th October – Friday 30th October

Camp times

11:00am to 12:30pm

Prices for 5-day camp

  • Concession: £32.50
  • Standard: £55.00
  • Full Price: £87.50

Price per day

  • Concession: £6.80
  • Standard: £11.65
  • Full Price: £87.50

Individual dates cannot be booked in advance but can be booked on the day subject to availability. 
Please note: A parent or carer must remain onsite for the duration of the activity.

Key parent/carer information

  • bring a water bottle (not glass)
  • comfortable sportswear
  • socks are required for trampolining
  • no jewellery 
  • long hair should be tied back

Booking information for holiday camps

  • All camps places are bookable and paid in advance. 
  • Drop-in places may be available on the day - please visit on the day you wish to attend. 
  • Registration forms should be completed in full, including emergency contact details. Please provide information about any participant additional needs or disabilities. Our team will follow up before camps start to ensure that we can provide appropriate support. 
  • Camden resident (standard price) and concessionary prices are available for all camps with a Better membership. Please ask at any Camden Leisure Centre for details about Camden Better membership for your child or visit the Camden Better website. 

Girls Get Moving Mondays (8 to 14 years)

Girls Get Moving is the perfect chance for girls aged 8 to 14 to get active, make new friends, and try out a variety of fun sports and games in a safe and welcoming environment.  

Activities may include trampolining, football, basketball, badminton, dodgeball, tennis, dance, boxing, adapted games and much more.

Price: Free
Location: Talacre Community Sports Centre, Dalby Street, NW5 3AF
Date: Monday 26 October
Time: 4pm to 6pm
How to book: Complete Girls Get Moving registration form

For more information, contact: [email protected] or [email protected] 

Active Wednesdays (11 to 17 years)

Active Wednesdays is the perfect chance for young people aged 11 to 17 to get active, make new friends, and try out a variety of fun sports and games in a safe and welcoming environment.

Activities may include:

  • Football
  • basketball
  • table tennis
  • boxing
  • trampolining
  • badminton
  • tennis
  • dodgeball
  • adapted games

Price: Free
Location: Talacre Community Sports Centre, Dolby Street, NW5 3AF
Dates: Wednesday 28 October
Time: 4 to 6pm

How to book

Email [email protected]

If you are bringing a youth club group, please email Shaun to support planning activities.

Arsenal in the Community (8-14 years)

Arsenal in the Community free football sessions at Cantelowes Gardens run across the school holidays for children aged 8 -14. Sessions involve a mix of fun football activities and games as well as additional activities.

Price: Free
Location: Cantelowes Gardens, Camden Road, NW5 2AU
Dates: Wednesday 28 –Friday 30 October
Times: 10.00 - 1.00pm
Register: Complete our Arsenal in the Community registration form

For further enquiries contact: [email protected]