Really amazing work that you are doing. I am so happy that my daughter has started attending the youth club in Wallingford, she really enjoys it.
We’re waging war on boredom.
Wallingford’s not always the most exciting place. We get it. There’s not much going on after school or at the weekend – and that’s why we’re here. We run youth clubs and holiday trips, and create opportunities for you to learn new skills and do new things. All of our sessions are free to attend.
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Youth Club
Where: TRAIN Wallingford
When:
Tues 4.30-6pm
Thurs 4.30-6pm
Stocked with a PlayStation 5, air hockey, table tennis, dart board, sensory room, pool, and food and drink, our youth clubs are open-access spaces for you to build friendships, relax and have fun. All young people are welcome to come along. As well as hanging out with other young people, you can get involved in arts and crafts, cooking/baking, learn new life skills and chat with our youth workers.
If you’re coming to youth club for the first time, your parent/guardian will need to complete a consent form.
SHOUT!
lgbtq+ youth group
Where: TRAIN Wallingford
When: Wednesday 4.30-5.30pm
Who: LGBTQ+ young people and allies
TRAIN’s youth group for people in the LGBTQ+ community and allies. This is a safe space for you to share your experiences, meet other young people and access support. Sessions are shaped by the young people involved and have included discussions, creative activities, and expert guests.
Our team is in a strong position to support you, having completed CPD courses in Supporting Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Diverse Young People and LGBTQ+ Mental Health.
If you have any questions about SHOUT! complete the interest form below and youth worker Lydia will get in touch.
YOCO
Where: TRAIN Wallingford
When: Wednesday 6–8pm, Yrs 9–11 (term time only)
Who: Years 9–11
An 18-month programme that gives you the opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people, challenge yourself, go on trips and give back to the community. You’ll shape what the sessions look like, alongside the leaders.
At the end of the programme, you’ll have developed new skills and feel more prepared for your next steps. YOCO is run in partnership with Youth Challenge Oxfordshire. To find out about joining the programme, WhatsApp or call us on 07458 306358.1.
Trips & Holiday Activities
When: Advertised ahead of school holidays
Combat boredom and do something different by joining us on a trip or school holiday activity. We’ll advertise these in the lead-up to school holidays. Previous trips have included climbing the O2 Arena in London, ice skating in Oxford, Fright Night at Thorpe Park, visiting Queer Britain for LGBTQ+ History Month, and residentials in France.
Detached Youth Work
Where: Wallingford town centre, parks, streets etc
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
We come to you (sometimes with snacks). Our detached youth workers and volunteers will say hi if we see you out and about in Didcot during one of our detached sessions. If you want to chat, we’re here for it. We have no agenda, we’re just around to get to know you and let you know where we are if you ever need us.
Mentoring
1-2-1 and group support for young people who’ve been finding school, friendships and daily life a bit difficult. TRAIN’s group and 1-2-1 mentoring programmes equip young people with life skills and tools to use in school and in relationships. The mentoring is completely voluntary, with young people choosing to participate and playing an active role.