Youth Clubs

We are currently funded by the Big Lottery to deliver youth activities in Darlington.

We have weekly youth clubs across Darlington for young people aged 10-19 years (up to 25 years with complex additional needs). They are held in local venues on an evening and are free to attend.

At our youth clubs, you can meet new people, socialise with friends and take part in activities that you have chosen. The activities are free.

There’s also the opportunity for you to get information, advice and guidance from our qualified youth workers. You are welcome to drop in to any of the sessions to find out more.

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Please note: The above timetable is term time and subject to change.
Please check our Facebook page for daily updates.

What is a youth club?

A youth club is a safe space for young people to hang out, make friends, socialise, develop new skills and grow their identity. It’s a space designed to be fun, safe, and supportive, with trained youth workers who aren’t afraid to get stuck in, deliver activities, workshops, build professional relationships to support the needs of young people attending.

What’s it all about?

Connection: Meeting other young people from a range of different backgrounds and building friendships.
Exploration: Trying new things like music, sports, art, mountain biking.
Growth: Learning life skills like teamwork, leadership, and communication.
Support: Getting guidance from youth workers who are able to point young people in the right direction.

What do we do at youth club?

Games: Pool, table tennis, card games, team challenges, gaming.
Arts & Crafts: Painting, drawing, DIY projects.
Activities: Creative activities to get young people engaging with each other and youth workers.
Sports: Football, basketball, dodgeball, golf, outdoor sports like climbing.
Workshops: Topics like mental health, career advice, or cooking.
Trips & Events: Outings, movie nights, or community projects.

Youth work is all about fun, building relationships, informal education, life skills and supporting young people through various life transitions preparing them to be able to thrive in adulthood

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