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We’d like to say a huge THANK YOU to the @royalmuseumsgreenwich for welcoming us so warmly and making the visit truly memorable for our children. Your support helped spark curiosity and excitement that will stay with them far beyond the holidays.

As we close our Winter HAF programme, we also want to thank the local councils and @educationgovuk who trusted UK Latin Community CIC as a delivery partner. Your support allows us to create safe, enriching opportunities for children and families during the school holidays.

A big thank you as well to our partners, staff and volunteers — and to the families who trusted us. The children had a fantastic time, learned something new, made friends, and most importantly, had fun. 💛

📚✨ We wish all our children the very best as they start the new school term.
And don’t worry — new term-time activities are coming soon, so keep an eye on our page! 👀

Thank you for being part of our community.
— UK Latin Community CIC

#royalobservatory #winterhaf #uklatincommunity #learningthroughfun #backtoschool

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❄️✨ WINTER HOLIDAY CAMP – THAT’S A WRAP! ✨❄️

On 2nd January, we celebrated the final day of our Winter Holiday Camp, and we just want to say a huge THANK YOU 💛

Thank you to all the parents and carers for trusting us with your children.
Thank you to our amazing staff and volunteers, who worked incredibly hard to deliver great activities, exciting trips out, and opportunities for children to meet and mix with other clubs — because sharing, learning and building friendships really matters.

The programme was a complete success, and it’s all thanks to the trust, support and energy of our community.

🌸 We’ll see you again at Easter!
In the meantime, keep an eye out for our new activities during the school term, and we wish all the children a great return back to school 📚✨

Thank you for being part of UK Latin Community CIC — we can’t wait to welcome you again soon!

#uklatincommunity #haf2025 #CommunityImpact #ThankYou #TogetherWeGrow

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🎄💫 THANK YOU for making Latin Christmas 2025 truly magical! 🎅✨

From the bottom of our hearts — GRACIAS to every child, parent, performer, stallholder, and volunteer who brought joy, flavour, rhythm, and community spirit to our beautiful celebration at Heathbrook Hall! 💃🧁🎁

🌟 We LOVED seeing families smiling, children playing, dancing, singing, and sharing in traditions that connect us across cultures.

🎅 Santa’s Grotto was full of wonder, the chocolatada & panetón warmed our hearts, and the bouncy castle, face painting, arts & crafts kept little ones busy all day!

💛 A huge THANK YOU to:
✨ All our performers, stallholders, and artists
🎨 Kooling Koala & creative volunteers at the kids’ corner
🎧 Our DJ & amazing singer for the festive vibes
🎁 And YOU — our community — for showing up, sharing the love, and making this day unforgettable!

This was more than just an event — it was a celebration of togetherness, culture, and joy.

📲 Keep following @uklatincommunity and check our website for more events coming in 2026.

#latinchristmas2025 #gracias #communityjoy #uklatincommunity #lambeth

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🎄✨ UK LATIN COMMUNITY – WINTER HOLIDAY CAMPS 2025 ✨🎄
💫 Free festive fun for children aged 5 to 14 who receive Free School Meals
Trusted HAF provider since 2021 🤝

This December, give your child the chance to enjoy a magical break filled with creativity, culture, food, and fun – all for free!

🌍 Our bilingual, culturally inclusive camps are open to children from all backgrounds and designed with care, warmth, and real community spirit.

📅 DATES: From 22nd December to 2nd January
(Sessions vary by location – check individual borough listings)

📍 LOCATIONS:
📌 Vauxhall – Wheatsheaf Hall, Off Wheatsheaf Ln, South Lambeth Rd, SW8 2UP
📌 Clapham – Hawksworth Community Centre, Oaklands Estate, SW4 8NA
📌 Brixton – St Matthew’s Community Hall, 10 St Matthew’s Rd, SW2 1NH
📌 Southwark – Pelier Community Hall, 19 Hillingdon St, SE17 3UL
📌 Tower Hamlets – In2Sports Indoor Centre, 40 Harbord Square, E14 9QH
📌 Greenwich – Castellano’s Restaurant, 139 Woolwich Rd, SE10 0RJ
📌 Wandsworth – Alton Hall Community Centre, 1 Petersfield Rise, SW15 4AE
📌 Lewisham – Orchard Gardens Community Centre, SE13 7LQ
📌 Croydon – Peppermint Community Centre, Franklin Way, CR0 4YD

🧣 WHAT’S INCLUDED?
🎨 Winter-themed arts & crafts
🥋 Sports & dance sessions
🍕 Cooking workshops with healthy, festive recipes
🚍 Exciting trips out to local attractions
🍽️ Hot meals & healthy snacks provided daily
🎁 Take-home food kits for the family
🧠 SEND-friendly & inclusive team

💬 “I was nervous at first, but after the first day my son didn’t want to leave! He felt safe, included, and came home proud of what he made. It’s more than a camp — it’s a community.” – HAF Parent

🎟️ Spaces are FREE but limited – register now!
📩 Email: admin@uklatincommunity.org

🌐 Bookings & updates: www.uklatincommunity.org

#haf2025 #winterhaf #uklatincommunity #freeholidaycamp #londonfamilies #inclusivefun #bilingualcamps #holidayactivitiesandfood

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🎃💛 Thank You for Making Latin Halloween – Greenwich a Magical Day! 🎉🎭

We are so grateful to every single person who joined us at Latin Halloween in Greenwich — your energy, creativity, and community spirit made this event truly special!

💫 It was heartwarming to see so many children and parents laughing, playing, dancing, and enjoying together. That’s what it’s all about: growing as a community, celebrating our cultures, and building beautiful memories.

🙏 Thank you to our:
🍽️ Stalls – for serving up delicious flavours with love
💃 Performers – for sharing their talent and culture
🛠️ Volunteers & staff – for making everything run smoothly
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families & friends – for showing up and showing love

✨ Let’s keep this momentum going!
👉 Stay connected, follow us @uklatincommunity , and support our upcoming activities.

🎄 Next stop: CHRISTMAS!
Get ready for more joy, community, and celebration very soon...

#latinhalloween #thankyougreenwich #communityjoy #uklatincommunity #culturalatinauk #wearetogether #familyfun #multiculturallondon #nextstopchristmas #greenwichevents #togetherwegrow #eventswithheart

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🎃✨ What a Day! Latin Halloween – Lambeth was a Spook-tacular Success! 👻🎉

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out and filled Heathbrook Hall with joy, colour, music, and community spirit! 🧡🖤
From the little monsters in costumes to the amazing dancers and stallholders — YOU made it magical.

💥 Special thanks to our incredible food & community stalls:
🍽️ @humitamal_dmaria , @andino_valley , @9volcanes_catering , and @micasamortgagesuk – for bringing flavour, warmth, and community to the event!

💃🏽 Massive appreciation to our cultural dance groups who lit up the stage with tradition and talent:
• @takiriuk24 🇪🇨
• @salay_jatun_masis_london 🇧🇴
• @diabladapillareaukecuador UK 🇪🇨
• @gpfculturaaramacao 🇭🇳
• @payasitos

🎶 Special shoutout to DJ Gustavo for keeping the rhythm alive all day!

🎈 Our heartfelt thanks to:
🎨 @koolingkoala – for the fun and creative kids’ activities
🎀 @booballoontc – for stunning Halloween decor
🛠️ Our volunteers & event staff – for your hard work behind the scenes
🏛️ And to @lambeth_council – for your continued support in helping us showcase and celebrate Latin American culture in London.

🙌 Gracias, thank you, obrigada to each and every one of you who came, danced, ate, laughed, and celebrated with us!

💥 But we’re not done yet…

📍 Join us this Saturday, 1 November for Latin Halloween – Greenwich!
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 St Ursula’s Convent School – 70 Crooms Hill, SE10 8HN
🎟️ Free Entry till 1 PM – With more stalls, more dance performances, and another unforgettable celebration!

👉 Follow @uklatincommunity for updates, photos & videos coming soon!

#latinhalloween #lambethevents #thankyoucommunity #uklatincommunity #culturalatinauk #greenwichevents #LatinHalloweenGreenwich #AndinoValley #latinjoy #wearecommunity #latincultureuk

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🎃👻 Latin Halloween – Lambeth: A Spook-tacular Day for Kids! 🧸🍬

Calling all little monsters, witches, superheroes and pumpkins! 🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️🦸‍♀️
Join us this Sunday 26 October at Heathbrook Hall for a frightfully fun afternoon packed with FREE children’s activities, games, and surprises!

🕛 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 Venue: Heathbrook Hall – 117–119 Heath Road, SW8 3BB
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

✨ FULL KIDS’ PROGRAMME:

🕛 12:00 PM
• Halloween Toilet Paper Roll Crafts
• Making “Trick or Treat” Bags

🕐 1:00 PM
• Day of the Dead Skeleton Hands
• Halloween Scavenger Hunt
• Play-dough & Slime Station

🕑 2:00 PM
• Writing Spooky Stories
• Halloween Monster Paper Rings
• Mask Decorating

🕒 3:00 PM
• Trick or Treat around the venue 🍬
• Best Costume Talent Show – show us your costume AND your moves for a chance to win!

👗 Rule: All children must attend in costume! We want to see your creepiest, funniest, or most magical look! 🎭

🎉 Plus all day fun:
🎈 Bouncy Castle
🍭 Candy Floss Station
🎨 Facepainting

👨‍👩‍👧 Bring your family for a magical day of creativity, laughter and Latin flavour. From crafts and slime to dancing and treats — this is Halloween, the community way!

👥 Organised by UK Latin Community with the support of Lambeth Council

👉 Follow us @uklatincommunity for event updates & costume inspo!

#latinhalloween #uklatincommunity #halloweenforkids #familyfestival #culturalatinauk #facepainting #bouncycastle #fiestadehalloween #londonwithkids #halloweenfun #lambethevents #freefamilyevent #trickortreatuk #spookycrafts #latinjoy

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🇬🇧🎃👻 LATIN HALLOWEEN – GREENWICH Edition! 🎉🕸️
Get ready for a spooky celebration full of Latin flavour, music, and family fun — now in the heart of Greenwich! 💃🏽🕺🏽🎶

🗓️ Date: Saturday, 1 November 2025
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 Location: St Ursula’s Convent School
70 Crooms Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8HN
🎟️ FREE ENTRY BEFORE 1 PM – everyone welcome!

✨ What’s waiting for you:
🌮 Latin American food stalls
🎶 Live music & dance
🎨 Facepainting
🧸 Children’s activities
🏆 Best Halloween Costume Award – dress to impress and win a prize!

💬 Come with your family and friends for an afternoon of spooky fun, culture, and community joy — with a Latin twist!

👥 Organised by @uklatincommunity & @koolingkoala

👉 Follow @uklatincommunity & @koolingkoala for updates!

🎃 Let’s celebrate Halloween — with sabor y alegría in Greenwich!

🇪🇸🎃👻 ¡LATIN HALLOWEEN – EN GREENWICH! 🎉🕸️
¡Prepárate para una celebración espeluznante llena de sabor latino, música y diversión en familia, ahora en el corazón de Greenwich! 💃🏽🕺🏽🎶

🗓️ Fecha: Sábado 1 de noviembre de 2025
🕛 Horario: 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 Lugar: St Ursula’s Convent School
70 Crooms Hill, Greenwich, SE10 8HN
🎟️ ¡ENTRADA GRATUITA ANTES DE LA 1:00 PM – todos bienvenidos!

✨ ¿Qué te espera?:
🌮 Puestos de comida latinoamericana
🎶 Música en vivo y baile
🎨 Pintacaritas
🧸 Actividades infantiles
🏆 Premio al mejor disfraz de Halloween – ¡ven con tu mejor look y gana!

💬 Trae a tus amigos y a toda la familia para una tarde llena de cultura, diversión y comunidad — ¡al estilo latino!

👥 Organizado por @uklatincommunity y @koolingkoala

👉 Síguenos en @uklatincommunity y @koolingkoala para todas las novedades

🎃 ¡Celebremos Halloween con sabor y alegría en Greenwich!

#latinhalloween #greenwichevents #uklatincommunity #koolingkoala #halloweenlondon #latinvibes #culturalatinauk #festivalfamiliar #diadebrujas #latinjoy #halloweenconsabor #londonlatinoevents #FiestaEnGreenwich

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⚽🔥 Sport Academy is Back every Tuesday! 🔥⚽

What a vibe last week 🙌 and we’re back again this Tuesday with even more football, fun and energy! 💪⚡ Our young players are learning, growing, and giving it their all on the pitch 🏆

📍 Agnes Riley Gardens – 73 Atkins Rd, SW12 0AH
⏰ 17:00 – 18:00 | Ages 6–15
💷 £3 per child

👉 Register now: uklatincommunity.org/sport-academy

🌟 Live it • Play it • Love it 🌟

#sportacademy #footballreels #footballforkids #southlondonfootball #youthfootball #activekids #londonfamilies #communitysport #uklatincommunity #playlearngrow #footballvibes

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⚽✨ Sport Academy is Back! ✨⚽

We’re kicking off again this Tuesday – and the pitch is ready for action! Our amazing coaches can’t wait to welcome all our young players, full of energy, passion and excitement.

📅 Every Tuesday
📍 Agnes Riley Gardens
73 Atkins Rd, SW12 0AH (Football pitch entrance via Atkins Road)
👦👧 Ages 6–15 → ⏰ 17:00 – 18:00
💷 £3 per child (to help support & sustain the programme)

⚽ A great way to learn, play and grow through football!
🔥 Don’t miss it – spots fill fast!

👉 Register now: uklatincommunity.org/sport-academy

🌟 Live it • Play it • Love it 🌟

#uklatincommunity #sportacademy #football #southlondonfootball #activekids #londonfamilies #communitysport #footballtraining #youthfootball #footballlife #agnesrileygardens #londonevents #footballpassion⚽️ #playlearngrow

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We were at the Muchomo Festival on the 12/07/2025. It was a lovely day. We did face painting, children’s games and sold tasty treats.
Please keep an eye out for future events we will be hosting and attending ✨😊

#muchomofestival #childcareservice #Childrensevents #koolingkoala #childrensactivites

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🌳🎨 Sunshine, laughter, and learning!
Our campers have been having the BEST time — enjoying games and activities in the park, delicious lunches 🍽️, and unforgettable trip experiences like our recent visit to the National Maritime Museum! 🚌⚓

From sports and crafts to dancing and discovery, every day is filled with energy, creativity, and joy. ✨
And the best part? There’s still time to join us! 🙌

📣 If your child is aged 5–14 and receives Free School Meals, book their spot today and give them a summer full of memories!

🔗 Sign up now: www.uklatincommunity.org/foodfun-holiday-camp

#holidaycampfun #sᴜᴍᴍᴇʀ2025 #uklatincommunity #freeschoolmeals #parkactivities #daytrips #happycampers #londonsummercamp #booknow #communitysupport

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