Leading the Way with Bee Active’s Sports Leadership Programme
Now that this year’s Summer HAF programme has come to an end and we await the final feedback from providers and families, it feels like the perfect time to pause and reflect. Following on from the success of the Sports Leaders Level 1 Programme in 2024, Bee Active offered those young people aged 12 to […]
A Look Back at Holiday Activities
As we await the final feedback from this summer’s HAF programme – with providers gathering their reports and parents sharing their thoughts, we’ve taken a moment to look back at our springtime HAF, reflecting on a unique activity that made a real difference earlier in the year. Trying Something New The Spring Programme marked the […]
Serving Up Good News – HAF Programme Extension
Brilliant news for families up and down the country – the Government has confirmed a £600 million investment to extend the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme for another three years. Since its national rollout in 2021, HAF has been transforming school holidays by offering children from low income families access to free meals, fun […]
From Research to Race Day: Grace Runs for The Hubb
This is the final blog in our series introducing the incredible runners taking on the Hanley Economic Potters ’Arf Marathon on Sunday 28th September 2025 in support of The Hubb Foundation. First in the series, we introduced Rebus Training team who have set themselves the bold target of clocking up a combined 500 miles. Next, […]
Hettie’s First Half Marathon Raising Funds for The Hubb
The countdown to the Hanley Economic Potters ’Arf Marathon on Sunday 28th September 2025 is on. In our last blog, we introduced the Rebus Training team, who set themselves the ambitious goal of clocking up 500 miles in the run up to and on race day. Now it’s time to meet Hettie Williams, who is […]
Hettie, Grace and Team Rebus: Running for The Hubb
The Hanley Economic Potters ’Arf Marathon returns to Stoke-on-Trent on Sunday 28th September 2025, bringing with it the excitement, challenge, and community spirit the event is famous for. Known for its warm atmosphere, challenging course, and the infamous Heartbreak Hill at 11.5 miles, the ’Arf has become a highlight in the local and national running […]
From Potteries to Heartbreak Hill: ’Arf Marathon 2025
Stoke-on-Trent is gearing up for one of its most iconic events, the Hanley Economic Potters ’Arf Marathon – returning to the streets on Sunday 28th September 2025. Known for its warm local atmosphere, challenging course, and community pride, this half marathon (or ‘arf’, as it’s affectionately known) has earned its place as a firm favourite […]
Summer HAF 2025 is Here! Let the Fun Begin…
The summer holidays are here and that can only mean one thing… HAF is back! In partnership with Stoke-on-Trent City Council and funded by the Department for Education, The Hubb Foundation is bringing together local providers to deliver the HAF programme for another summer. Open to children aged 5 to 16 (including 4 year-olds in […]
HAF a Blast This Summer – Book Now!
Get ready Stoke-on-Trent! The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is back this summer with an exciting lineup of activities, delicious food and enriching experiences for children and young people. Running from Monday, 21st July to Sunday, 31st August 2025, the Summer HAF sessions are completely free for eligible families and promise to make this […]
19,000 Children in Crisis: Stoke-on-Trent Needs You
Right now, 19,000 children in Stoke-on-Trent are living in absolute poverty. That’s not just a statistic, it’s thousands of young lives affected by hunger, stress, and isolation – but there is hope, with your help, we can do even more. Behind Every Statistic Is a Story In Stoke-on-Trent, nearly 40% of children qualify for free […]