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For the second year running, Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) ran its ‘Winter Warm Zone’ initiative, a practical response to the ongoing Cost of Living challenges, which deepen for many families during the winter period. Removing all costs, Winter Warm Zone sees CYZ waive its already subsidised entrance fee (50p), annual membership (£5), and hot meal... Read more »

We are seeking new Trustees! We are inviting up to THREE new people to join the Carlisle Youth Zone Board! Our Board, chaired by Professor Julie Mennell DL, already benefits from 7 dedicated and engaged volunteer Trustees, who each bring unique knowledge, skills, experience and insight to the vision and governance of CYZ. As we... Read more »

From Friday 1st December 2023 until Sunday 31st March 2024, we are offering: Free Annual Memberships Free Entry to all Youth Clubs Free Hot Meal and Drink To get involved: Get your CYZ Membership – use the discount code “Winter” on our online membership form. Ages 7-11 (school year 7): come down to Junior Club... Read more »

Carlisle Youth Zone provides a fun, safe and warm place for thousands of children and young people. Last year, we ran our Winter Warm Zone campaign to enhance support to members and their families as they navigated the unprecedented scale and pace of the Cost-of-Living crisis, with many telling of the very real challenge of... Read more »

With October Half Term coming up very soon, we have decided to give one lucky winner 1 week  of FREE Holiday Club spaces for their child (age 8 – 12 YEARS) and a 2-HOUR AQUA – THERMAL JOURNEY with light afternoon tea for 2 people – Kindly donated by Appleby Manor Hotel & Garden Spa.... Read more »

On Monday 25th September, all of our Lego® competition winners for 2023 were invited to CYZ for their prize presentation and photographs. We would like to once again say a huge thanks to Unwin Jones Partnership – CYZ patrons and sponsors of the Lego competition, and also to the BrickStation. LEGO MASTER – winner of... Read more »

Please note this is now closed and winners have been announced! WIN an Xbox console & fantastic prizes in each category for Winners and runners up! Unwin Jones, a local architectural company, and Carlisle Youth Zone Patron, are sponsoring the CYZ Lego Competition for the third year running. The Theme for 2023 is to build... Read more »

Are you aged between 14 and 17, and looking for something rewarding and positive to do in your spare time? Our young leader’s programme could be right up your street! Young leaders help support our team during Junior Club sessions and Holiday Club. A comprehensive training programme is available to help you develop your skills,... Read more »

Following a very successful pilot at William Howard School earlier this year, ‘Natural High’ is being rolled out across Carlisle schools thanks to funding from the Cumbria Office of Police and Crime Commissioner, and through a new partnership between the programme’s founder, David Graham, Carlisle Youth Zone and Cumbria Constabulary. Pupils will experience a “Natural... Read more »

On Friday 31st July, we will be hosting a Patron Vs Seniors rounders tournament. BBQ and Refreshments will be available If you’re interested in joining in, speak to a member of the team during Senior Club team during club.