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Summer Schemes & Sports Camps 2026

Our Summer Schemes provide an all-inclusive mix of sport and play, arts, crafts, drama and much more.


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Summer Scheme

Summer Scheme
 

Book will be available from 21 May 2026.

Summer Schemes across Council venues!
Open to children aged 6 and up, with activities including sport, play, arts, crafts, drama, and plenty of fun.

Check the details below for dates and age groups that suit your child.
Note: Not all venues run schemes every week listed.

  • Week 1: 20 July – 24 July
  • Week 2: 27 July – 31 July
  • Week 3: 3 August – 7 August
  • Week 4: 10 August – 14 August
  • Week 5: 17 August – 21 August
  • Important Notice
  • The Concession rate should be selected only by those who meet the eligibility criteria, and appropriate proof must be provided to the MORE Team.

Summer Scheme - Book from 21 May 2026!

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Summer Scheme Information 

Book from 21 May 2026!
 
Summer Scheme - Book from 21 May 2026!

How to book the Summer Scheme

 

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Summer Scheme Information

Leisure Centre
Details
Price

Ballyearl Leisure Centre

(No swimming or golf available at this scheme. Please note activities at this scheme will mainly be indoor, due to outdoor works)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July – 21 Aug
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Crumlin Leisure Centre

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July – 24 July
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Crumlin Leisure Centre 

Multi-sports and Fitness Camp

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 5 - 14 years old
  • 18 Aug - 20 Aug (3 day camp)
  • 10am-3pm

£34.17 for 3 days

Concession: £27.96* for 3 days (proof must be provided)

Sixmile Leisure Centre 

(Swimming will be available for 8+ year olds)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July - 21 Aug
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Valley Leisure Centre

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July - 21 Aug
  • 10am - 3pm
  • Early Morning Club is also available from 8.30am-10am each day and costs £8.30 per week (concession rate is not available).
  • Late Afternoon Club is also available from 3pm - 4.30pm each day and costs £8.30 per week (concession rate is not available).

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Antrim Forum Sports Camp 

This sports specific camps will feature activities such as dance, tennis and football.

 

  • 5 - 14 years old
  • 28 July -  30 July (3 day camp)
  • 4 - 6 Aug (3 day camp)
  • 10am - 3pm

 

£34.17 for 3 days

Concession: £27.96* for 3 days (proof must be provided)

Antrim Castle Gardens

Multi-sports and Fitness Camp

 

  • 5 - 14 years old
  • 11 - 13 August (3 day camp)
  • 10am - 3pm

£34.17 for 3 days

Concession: £27.96* for 3 days (proof must be provided)

Merville House

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July - 14 Aug
  • 10am - 1pm

£31.05 for 4 days

Concession: £24.85* for 4 days (proof must be provided)

Lilian Bland Pavilion

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 20 July - 21 Aug (4 day scheme)
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 for 4 days

Concession: £37.25* for 4 days (proof must be provided)

St. Brides Doagh

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 27 July - 31 July
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Ballynure Presbyterian Church

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 3 Aug - 7 Aug
  • 10 Aug - 14 Aug
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

Hydepark Presbyterian Church, Mallusk

(No swimming available at this scheme)

  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 17 Aug - 21 Aug
  • 10am - 3pm

£45.55 per week

Concession: £37.25* per week (proof must be provided)

* Concession rates available. Please note, proof of concession dated within the last year must be provided to the MORE Team.

E. more@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Inclusive Summer Events (for children with specific needs)

The Inclusive Summer Programme is delivered in partnership with the Mae Murray Foundation and Sensory Kids NI.

Applications will be accepted strictly in the order they are received. Spaces are limited.

 

Location
Details
Price

Fairview Primary School

Mae Murray Facilitated Session

  • All Day Inclusive Family Fun Day - Ballyclare
  • 27 July 2026
  • 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Book Here

Free

Crumlin Leisure Centre

Mae Murray Facilitated Session

  • All Day Inclusive Family Fun Day - Crumlin
  • 28 July 2026
  • 2pm - 4pm
  • Book Here

Free

Mossley Pavillion, Newtownabbey

Mae Murray Facilitated Session

  • Stay and Play Teens - Newtownabbey
  • 3-5 August 2026
  • 3:30pm - 5:30pm
  • Book Here

£12 for 3 days

The Junction, Antrim 

Sensory Kids NI Session

  • Stay and Play
  • 7 - 10 years old
  • 6 July 2026
  • 10am - 12:30pm
  • Parents or Carers must stay for the session

  • This Event is now Sold Out

£5.00

The Junction, Antrim

Sensory Kids NI Session

  • Stay and Play
  • 6 - 12 years old
  • 12 August 2026
  • 10am - 12:30pm
  • Parents or Carers must stay for the session
  • This Event is now Sold Out

£5.00