HAF 2025
Across Summer 2025, Mortal Fools worked in partnership with Full Circle Food Project and Ashington Family Hub to deliver three days of ‘Creativity Unleashed’ workshops as part of Northumberland Summer Holiday Provision.
These creative workshops engaged 37 young people aged 7-12, providing opportunities to explore drama games and creative activities, and enjoy a nutritious lunch. Each workshop had a different theme, and included a wide range of activities, including acting, animation, drawing and zine making. The activities developed the participants' well-being and confidence, and helped them get to know each other and make new friends.
Full Circle Good Project provided delicious and nutritious lunches across the three days, including tasty vegetables picked straight from their community allotment in Hirst Park. The young people got to try a range of different foods, coming away with a few new favourites!
The vast majority of participants had never taken part in a Mortal Fools activity before and many have gone on to join our youth theatre and continue engaging with our activities.
These creative workshops engaged 37 young people aged 7-12, providing opportunities to explore drama games and creative activities, and enjoy a nutritious lunch. Each workshop had a different theme, and included a wide range of activities, including acting, animation, drawing and zine making. The activities developed the participants' well-being and confidence, and helped them get to know each other and make new friends.
Full Circle Good Project provided delicious and nutritious lunches across the three days, including tasty vegetables picked straight from their community allotment in Hirst Park. The young people got to try a range of different foods, coming away with a few new favourites!
The vast majority of participants had never taken part in a Mortal Fools activity before and many have gone on to join our youth theatre and continue engaging with our activities.
“We are thrilled with the success of our Northumberland HAF programme this summer, in partnership with Full Circle Food Project and Ashington Family Hub. Across three days, 37 young people came together to share ideas, make new friends, grow in confidence and enjoy plenty of creative fun. This collaboration shows the power of community partnerships and the importance of ensuring accessible creative opportunities for all. We’re excited to keep building on this work alongside young people, families, and local partners celebrating the creativity and talent here in Ashington.”
-Ellie Turner, Executive Director at Mortal Fools
“It was great to see the family hub full of excited young people getting ready for the activities planned by Mortal Fools. It’s a pleasure for the hub to host Mortal Fools activities as we can see how much those attending enjoy themselves.”
- Michelle Black, Ashington Family Hub Manager
"Working alongside Mortal Fools has shown the power of partnership – combining their expertise in delivering engaging activities with our role in providing healthy food. This collaboration has been mutually rewarding, creating a positive impact for children and families, and we’re excited to build on this success in the future."
-Michelle Brannigan CEO Full Circle Food Project
CREATIVITY UNLEASHED WORKSHOPS
"The best thing about the HAF sessions was meeting so many new young people who had never been to a Mortal Fools session before, and it has been lovely to see some of these young people join us on our current youth theatre project! I loved seeing the young people express themselves creatively and learn new skills in the sessions. It has also been a great opportunity to grow our partnerships with local organisations Full Circle Food Project and Family Hubs, providing healthy, nutritious food and high-quality spaces for us to run our sessions in."
-Jessica Whittle, Assistant Producer at Mortal Fools
Feedback from participants and their families:
“Luna thought the club was amazing”
“The leaders were good fun and lively”
"Food was amazing & healthy. Loved doing the activity.”
ABOUT NORTHUMBERLAND
HOLIDAY PROVISION
Northumberland Holiday Provision provides free activities and nutritious meals for children aged 5-16 who get free school meals. There are many fantastic providers in Northumberland who run a variety of activities, creating a vital resource for families during the holiday's, when essential support and activities are often paused.
Find out more at Northumberland Holiday Provision | Northumberland County Council
Find out more at Northumberland Holiday Provision | Northumberland County Council
OUR #HAF2025 PARTNERS
Full Circle Food Project
Full Circle Food Project is a local charity that helps people learn about growing, cooking, and enjoying healthy food. They run a community garden, cooking classes, and workshops for all ages. Their vision is to empower individuals and communities to thrive with the knowledge and skills to cultivate a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. They aspire to create a future where everyone has access to nutritious food, understands its value, and embraces sustainable practices. By teaching practical skills and encouraging people to get involved, they help build stronger, healthier communities. It’s all about learning where food comes from, how to make the most of it, and supporting each other in living well and eating better.
Northumberland Central Family Hubs
Ashington Family Hub is part of Northumberland Central Family Hub's wider offer; supporting parents and carers of children and young people between 0-19 years old (or 0-25 with additional needs). Family Hubs carry out a range of services in the local community, from birth registrations and infant feeding advice to relationship support, community events, and online resources. Each hub is buzzing with activities, events, advice, and guidance!
To use a Family Hub, you need become a member. Membership is free and only takes a few minutes. You can find out more and join online via the Family Hubs website.
To use a Family Hub, you need become a member. Membership is free and only takes a few minutes. You can find out more and join online via the Family Hubs website.
GET INVOLVED WITH MORTAL FOOLS
More ways to engage with Mortal Fools!
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Creative Sparks half term workshopIf you enjoyed our Summer Holiday workshops, why not try our upcoming 'Creative Sparks' workshop on 29th August for ages 5-11. It's FREE, fun and perfect for creative young people!
We'll be coming together once again at Ashington Family Hub with Full Circle Food Project to deliver a day of fun drama games and creative activities. Learn new skills, meet new friends, boost confidence and let your imagination run wild! |
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Sounding Board DigitalWe passed the mic to our youth theatre members to show what really matters to them - using music to express their true selves and share what makes them feel happy and heard.
Check out the full collection of short films and music videos, filled with bold, thought-provoking lyrics, catchy tunes, and creative soundscapes! |
