The Ultimate Guide: Children's Holiday Camps in Birmingham & West Midlands (Easter 2026)

School holidays in the West Midlands are a time for activity and development. This guide brings together all the key Holiday Clubs in Birmingham and within a 15-mile radius of the city. We have verified all links and prepared instructions on how to save on costs using government Childcare support schemes.

Key Dates (Easter 2026)

Camps generally operate in two main blocks:

• Week 1: Monday 30th March – Thursday 2nd April.

• Week 2: Tuesday 7th April – Friday 10th April.

• Please note: Friday 3rd April (Good Friday) and Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) are Bank Holidays; most clubs will be closed.

1. Comprehensive List of Camps (Birmingham + 15 Mile Radius)

Camp Name	Area / Location	Age	Specialisation	Direct Link
Kings Camps	Edgbaston (UoB)	5–17	Professional multi-sports.	https://www.kingscamps.org/
Ultimate Activity	Edgbaston / King's Heath	4–14	40+ activities, including swimming.	https://www.ultimateactivity.co.uk/
The Strings Club	Harborne	4–11	Music, guitar, and creative arts.	https://www.thestringsclub.org/
Team Super Sports	Solihull / Bromsgrove	6–15	Intensive sports coaching.	https://teamsupersports.co.uk/
RB Holiday Camps	Edgbaston / Hallfield	4–12	Multi-sports and themed days.	https://www.rbholidaycamps.co.uk/
Aspire Active	Solihull / Bromsgrove	4–14	Ofsted-registered active sports.	https://www.aspire-active-educationgroup.co.uk/
Wolf Mountain	Wolverhampton	7–16	Climbing, caving, and extreme sports.	https://www.wolfmountain.co.uk/
ComputerXplorers	Birmingham / Warwick	5–13	Robotics, Minecraft, and coding.	https://computerxplorers.co.uk/
The MAC	Cannon Hill Park	6–17	Ceramics, theatre, and digital art.	https://macbirmingham.co.uk/
Ackers Adventure	Small Heath	8–16	Kayaking, skiing, and archery.	https://www.ackers-adventure.co.uk/
Fit4Sport	Bellfield / Northfield	5–11	Multi-sports and art projects.	https://fit4sport.classforkids.io/
Junior Einsteins	Harborne	5–11	STEM, science, and experiments.	https://junioreinsteinsscienceclub.com/

2. What is Childcare and How to Save Money?

In the UK, Childcare refers to officially registered care for children. If you choose a camp with Ofsted Registered status, the government offers several ways to subsidise the cost:

• Tax-Free Childcare: A government scheme for working parents. For every £8 you pay into an online childcare account, the government adds £2. This provides an automatic 20% saving on holiday club fees.

• Universal Credit Childcare: Parents receiving this benefit can claim back up to 85% of their registered holiday club costs through the government portal.

• Childcare Vouchers: Many providers (such as Kings Camps or Ultimate Activity) still accept legacy corporate childcare vouchers.

3. Free Programs: Bring it on Brum! (HAF)

For families whose children are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM), a special initiative is available.

• What it is: Fully funded places at camps, including a minimum of 4 hours of activities and a healthy hot lunch.

• How to book: You will need a unique code from your child's school. Registration for Easter 2026 opened on March 9th.

• Official Website: https://bringitonbrum.co.uk/

4. Essential Parent Checklist

To ensure the holidays run smoothly, please keep these British standards in mind:

1. Nut-Free Policy: Most camps strictly prohibit nut products (including Nutella and protein bars) due to the risk of anaphylaxis in other children.

2. Extended Care: A standard day usually runs from 9:00 to 15:30. If you require longer hours, check for "Early Bird" (from 8:00) or "Extra Club" (until 18:00) options.

3. Clothing: Weather in the West Midlands is unpredictable. Always pack a spare T-shirt, a waterproof jacket, and a labelled water bottle.

4. Medical Details: Ensure you list any allergies or specific medical conditions during the registration process.