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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.

We couldn’t be prouder of CYZ Senior Member Ro who was awarded finalist at the Pride of Cumbria Awards in the Young Person of the Year category. Ro was recognised for all the contributions they have made to CYZ over the last 10 years, which includes (but not limited to) being a Young Leader and... Read more »

We’ve now got a colourful shed! Street Artist Beardy Synergy helped junior members brighten up our shed as part of our Creative Showcase. We also had conversations about the difference between legal street art and illegal graffiti. Thanks very much to Nadene at patrons Thomas Graham & Sons who provided all the PPE required to... Read more »

In line with funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, the role of EFO will work holistically with families to provide practical and emotional support. improving prospects for the young person’s future, improving relationships and wellbeing for families. Strengthening Families is an exciting development for both Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) and Cumbria Family Support (CFS)... Read more »

Meet Simon, Katie and Sarah (and yes they are Manchester United logo’s on their uniform!) We’re SO excited about our new partnership with the Manchester United Foundation and their Street Reds programme. Every Monday Simon, Katie and Sarah take over our astro pitches to deliver these amazing sessions for our Junior members. Any young person... Read more »