Free activities at Basingstoke Discovery Centre for children who are eligible for free school meals

Connect4Summer family fun days

Summer holiday camp from Planet Education

Basingstoke Festival 2023

Free holiday club for children eligible for free school meals

Low cost family activities organised by Spotlight

Saving on train tickets

The Trainline have put together a guide to booking family train tickets to help people find out how to  save money on train tickets, see https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/family-train-tickets.

Community Food Pantry

A Community Food Pantry is open at Westside Community Centre on a Wednesday morning. It's a scheme that aims to help people make their money go further by reducing food shopping bills, providing advice and developing new skills. To find out more, pop down on a Wednesday!

ChatHealth - a text message advice service from the School Nursing Team

Parents/carers of children between the ages of 5-19 years old can use a new text advice service from School Nursing. Text your message to 07507 332417 (charged at normal rate) and the school nurse will reply within one working day. They can offer advice and support about general health and well-being issues such as behaviour, toileting, sleep and healthy lifestyles. They will be able to signpost to other services if necessary. The service is available Mon-Thurs 9.00am - 4.30pm and Fri 9.00am - 4.00pm.

New crisis line for children and young people aged 11-17 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health