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What does it mean to belong? This is a question which we regularly explore with young people during their time at CYZ, and with thanks to funding via the UK Shared Prosperity fund, something we have dialled up the volume on in recent months through piloting new Cultural Opportunity Zone; working with partners to bring... Read more »

Part of growing up is about finding out who we are, and for some young people that means exploring their identity. All young people are welcome at CYZ, we strive to make Carlisle Youth Zone somewhere all young people feel safe to be themselves. We’re delighted that many of our young people’s stories, interests and... Read more »

Carlisle Youth Zone were delighted to be one of three local charities benefitting from an unusual fundraising event. On Thursday 21 Nov, Lake District Hotels, in partnership with Armstrong Watson and Knights, hosted this year’s Kitchen Rivals, a culinary charity event at the Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa. 90 guests attended the event which raised... Read more »

This competition is open to both CYZ members and non-members aged 7-25. Click Here to Enter Please note: You will need a free google account in order to submit your images. Carlisle Youth Zone, in partnership with Carlisle Business Supplies, invites young photographers to share their view with the community. Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) is... Read more »

Carlisle Youth Zone is excited to announce that we will be hosting two performances of Steel, a gripping and darkly funny play by Lee Mattinson, in partnership with Theatre by the Lake. This is a unique opportunity to experience powerful, locally-inspired and produced theatre right here in Carlisle, and we’re delighted to offer a limited... Read more »

Carlisle Youth Zone’s Race Day 2024, held on 28 August at Carlisle Racecourse, was an outstanding success, bringing together a community of supporters for an afternoon of connection, fun and fundraising—all in support of the region’s young people. Final funds raised have been calculated as £27,680.79 exceeding all previous years and Caroline Taylor-Beswick, Chief Executive... Read more »

We’re thrilled to announce the amazing winners of this year’s LEGO Competition! Now in its fourth year, our partnership with Unwin Jones continues to grow stronger. We’re so grateful for their ongoing support in encouraging young people to explore their creativity and be inspired by architecture in such a fun and accessible format. Who knows... Read more »

CYZ are delighted to announce an innovative partnership with Carlisle Futsal Club. The partnership aims to raise awareness of CYZ and also encourage people to engage with Carlisle’s youth futsal programs across Cumbria. Similar to football clubs like Barcelona who promote UNICEF, Carlisle Futsal Club will feature the Carlisle Youth Zone logo on the front... Read more »

On Saturday 20 July 2024, over 450 young people, family members and supporters joined Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) to celebrate turning 13 with a free Community Open Day. The fun-packed day, organised by CYZ’s Youth Planning Committee, allowed attendees to experience some of the activities and opportunities which are available to Youth Zone members (aged... Read more »

WIN an Xbox console & fantastic prizes in each category for Winners and runners-up! Unwin Jones, a local architectural company, and a Carlisle Youth Zone Patron is sponsoring for the fourth year the CYZ Lego Competition. The Lego competition for 2024 launches on 22nd July and will run until 31st August 2024. The theme for... Read more »