There is no cost for an eligible young person to attend the HAF project. Places are fully funded by Department for Education, Hampshire County Council and Connect4Communities.

The scheme is predominantly for those in receipt of free school meals. There are also a percentage of spaces for those who are SEND, have a social worker, EHH, EHCP, a Ukrainian or Afghan refugee.

Lorna is leading the project, either call 07709 936521 or send an email to lorna@yservices.co.uk including your name and contact details, the name of the attendee/s and which project they would like to attend.

Absolutely. When you book, just advise the times you would like and we can slot you in (depending on availability). Attendees will get a free meal whether they stay for a full day or half day

No, a young person will need to be known to staff therefore will need to attend sessions prior to the trip.

No, you can mix the locations. Attendees usually attend one location and form bonds with staff and other attendees but you are more than welcome to book different locations.

We provide fresh fruit snacks throughout the day. Main meals can include pasta bake, jacket potatoes, stir fry, quesadillas, home made burgers, kebabs, all served with vegetables. We cater for young people with specific cultural, religious, and allergy-related dietary requirements. Cooking is a life skill taught throughout the programme.

Parents and carers are welcome to attend family days and would need to stay with young people throughout if they are signed up to events like Forton Fest.

Sessions taking place at the project and trips are for young people only. If there is a particular concern please contact Lorna to discuss in more detail.

Please bring a water bottle, wear sensible shoes (not flip flops or sliders) and apply sun cream before leaving the house.

All young people will receive goodie bags linked to good attendance.

Staff are all DBS checked and trained in safeguarding before working with young people, staff in the kitchen also hold a food hygiene certificate. There is a first aider on site at all times. We also recruit volunteers who are interested in a career working with young people and are looking for work experience. Please email Lorna if you require more information.

No, young people need to be booked on in advance to ensure there is space for them and any additional or dietary requirements can be catered for.