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Free youth work programmes running July & August 2026 for young people aged 12 to 25 years across Dumfries and Galloway.

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Cook It Up

The Oasis Kitchen Collective is a youth-led community food project where young people gain hands-on experience in cooking, customer service, food distribution and teamwork. Participants help prepare affordable meals, manage food deliveries and support their local community while developing practical skills, confidence and accreditation opportunities.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays

10.30 am-2.30 pm

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P6/P7 Drop In

In Primary 6 or 7? Wondering what’s on for you in your community?

Come along to our fun, activity packed youth groups across Dumfries and Galloway. Make friends, try out new things, enjoy a safe space to chill with friends and chat to youth workers!

Free to attend with weekly snack provided.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays

3.30-5.00 pm

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S1 Drop In

Youth group for young people in S1 to try new activities, make friends, and grow their confidence while building new skills. It’s a fun, relaxed space to explore interests, get involved, and be part of a supportive group.. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays

6.30-8.00 pm

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Lunch Lounge

The Lunch Lounge is a relaxed space to escape the school rush, meet new people and enjoy free food every Monday and Friday. Whether you want to socialise, play games or just have somewhere to unwind, we've got a seat for you.

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays

1.00-2.00 pm

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Podcasting

Want to be part of our very own Youth Enquiry Podcast? Learn the essential skills including editing, interviewing and equipment. YES podcast interviews guests from different organisations who chat to us about issue based topics that young people care about! For 12-25s. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays

6.00-8.00pm

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12-17 Drop In

Access support and advice, themed issue-based activities and information on topics including mental health, friendships, homework and study support. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Fridays

3:30-5:00 pm

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YES Volunteers

Gain Volunteer experience and develop cooking skills, help with preloved clothes rail, and develop resources and information. For Ages 16-25s 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Wednesdays

6.00-8.00 pm

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Gretna Youth Group

Do you live in Gretna or the surrounding areas? Come along to Gretna Youth Group! Spend time chatting to youth workers, take part in different activities and challenges and have a safe space to chill out with your friends. 

Location

Gretna Primary School

Date and time

Wednesdays

4.00-5.30pm

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Ecclefechan Youth Group

Live in Ecclefechan or the surrounding areas? Looking for something to do over the holidays? Why not pop along to Ecclefechan youth group! Take part in activities like cooking, arts and crafts, listen to music and even play laser tag with your friends! P6-S6.

Location

Ecclefechan Village Hall

Date and time

Wednesdays

6-7.30pm

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Hen’s Shed

Can you change a tyre, or rewire a plug? Know different ways to look after your mental wellbeing? Nah? Let's learn together! Hen's Shed is a project created by young women for young women S3 and above, empowering you with the life skills and information you need but don’t always hear.

Location, Date and time

Wednesdays

7.00-8.15pm

Victoria Halls, Annan

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