Families in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, can access free or low-cost meals for children during the upcoming February half-term break to help with the rising cost of living. Walton Charity has published a local guide listing venues offering free or £1 meals for children while schools are closed.
The support will be available during the half-term week set by Surrey County Council, running from 16 to 20 February 2026. Parents can find deals at several locations across Walton-on-Thames, including eateries within The Heart Shopping Centre and at national supermarket cafés such as Asda and Tesco — though terms vary by chain and outlet.
For those needing extra help, the community hub The Bridge (operated by Walton Charity, at Church Farm) offers a central place to access food vouchers and advice. The initiative complements the work of the Walton & Hersham Foodbank: in recent reporting the foodbank recorded more than 5,400 three‑day emergency parcels distributed in 2025 and thousands of local residents supported each year.
By making affordable meals easier to find, the charity hopes to ensure every child in the community has enough to eat during the school holidays. Families are encouraged to check the latest lists at The Bridge and to contact venues directly to confirm which cafes and shops are taking part and the exact terms of any offers.
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