Celebrating Belonging at the Cultural Opportunity Zone (BeCOZ)
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 »
CYZ magazine and gallery take over
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 »
CYZ & CBS Photography Competition
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 »
CYZ to host special performances of local play Steel
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 »
Wednesday Sessions – Sept / Oct 2024
It’s the start of a new school year, which means our Wednesday Projects are back! Bookings are now open online for the next block of sessions, running until October half-term. We’ve got all of the usual favourites. Booking is essential, and spaces are limited. Click Here to check availability and secure your space using our online... Read more »
Lego Competition 2024
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 »
New Picnic Tables – Thanks to Bendalls Engineering
Huge thank you to the amazing team of apprentices at Bendalls Engineering for their incredible craftsmanship in fabricating four beautiful picnic tables for our youth clubs! These tables are more than just furniture—they are a new gathering space for young people to enjoy, share stories and create lasting memories. May there be many more sunny... Read more »
A warming success – CYZ see over 13,000 visits to its Winter Warm Zone
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 »
Wednesday Night Projects – Bookings Now Open! (Feb / Mar 2024)
Our next block of Wednesday Night Projects is NOW OPEN for booking! This block will run from Wednesday 28th February to 27th March 2024 inclusive. 🧗♀️ Junior Climbing – 5-6pm and 6-7pm 🍰 Mixed Baking – 6.15-7.45pm 🥊 Senior Girls Boxing 7-8pm 🧗♂️ Senior & Inclusion Climbing – 7-8pm Booking is essential – secure your... Read more »
Winter Warm Zone 2023
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 »
