Since 2021, Make (Good) Trouble has been running clubs for East Sussex’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme – packed with creativity and outdoor adventures. Commissioned by East Sussex County Council, our clubs are a chance for young people to unplug, make friends, try new things, and build confidence in a fun, relaxed environment.
Whether they’re into drama, forest walks, or just hanging out and being active, there’s something here for every young person to enjoy.
✍🏽 Book your FREE place this Summer! Young people in receipt of free school meals in East Sussex can sign up for their free place here.
🌿 Outdoor adventures and creative learning in 2025
In 2025, our HAF programme will focus on outdoor education and nature-based activities in the stunning East Sussex countryside.
✨ Highlights include:
- Creative workshops in the South Downs National Park
- Drama, nature walks, and team-building games
- Confidence-building experiences led by expert facilitators from Dragon Drama
These activities help young people build essential communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills – all while having fun in nature.
🎓 Skills for the future – Digital Badges & career pathways
Young people aged 13+ receive Cities of Learning Digital Badges, accredited by City & Guilds, upon completing our holiday clubs. These badges support their CVs and future job applications.
Make (Good) Trouble is a proud RSA Cities of Learning partner, promoting practical pathways to employment for youth across the South East. In 2020 alone, we awarded 54 Digital Badges to young participants.
🌈 Community Support & Impact
Thanks to the generous support of South Downs National Park Trust and Clarion Futures, we’re able to deliver a wide range of inspiring, funded activities over the holidays.
💬 What families are saying
⭐️ “I love coming to this club every year, it’s so fun and I have so many laughs.” — Young attendee
⭐️ “I really enjoyed it because there was so much to do and the volunteers were so kind and encouraging — Young attendee
⭐️ “He came home happy every day. I can’t thank you enough.” — Parent
⭐️ “I’ve been coming for the whole summer. I even skipped a holiday just to stay!” — Young attendee
⭐️ “The photography session gave her a new dream – now she’s aiming for GCSE Photography!” — Parent
⭐️ “The taxi support was amazing for me as a disabled parent – absolutely essential.” — Parent
🎬 Watch our film showcasing the incredible impact of the HAF programme in East Sussex during summer 2021.
If you want to know more about what we do, here’s a round up of what we got up to in 2024.
