A holiday activities programme is set to make a return in the Cotswold this winer.

The Cotswold District Council's initiative, in partnership with Gloucestershire County Council and World Jungle, provides festive activities and meals for children and families during the Christmas break.

Running from Saturday, December 21 to Friday, January 3, the programme includes circus skills, activity camps, and cooking classes.

Cllr Claire Bloomer, cabinet member for communities, said: "We’re thrilled to bring the Holiday Activities and Food programme back to the Cotswolds for another school holiday."

The programme is open to children from reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals.

The activity booking system opens on Monday, December 2 at 12pm.

For more information and to view all activities, visit the Gloucestershire HAF website.

Family support is available through Community Connectors, Bloodhound Education.