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Free youth work programmes running September to December 2025 for young people aged 12 to 25 years across Dumfries and Galloway.

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Young Men's Shed

Hands on opportunity to learn traditional green woodwork skills using techniques including carving, shaping and crafting using simple hand tools in partnership with Whithorn Rebuild.

Location

Session 1: The Discovery Centre, Whithorn

Session 2: The Hut, Newton Stewart

Session 3: Community Reuse Shop, Stranraer

Date and time

Thursday 2nd April - 1pm to 3pm

Tuesday 7th April - 10:30am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 4pm

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YOUth Day

Never been to Youth Work Services before? Want a chance to look around our Youth Room, meet with Youth Workers and find out more about what we offer? Come along to YOUth Day in Castle Douglas! See our space, meet our team and find out what’s on offer!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas Community Centre

Date and time

This event is happening on the 27th of September from 12-2pm

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Youth Zone

Are you in S1-S3? Looking for something to do or somewhere to hang out with pals? Come to Youth Zone and try baking, darts, escape rooms, laser tag and much more!

Location

Dalbeattie Town Hall

Date and time

Thursdays

6:30pm to 8:30pm

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YWN Taster Sessions

Monday 30th March - 11am to 12:30pm

Join us for a fun, high-energy girls-only line dancing session led by Ultimate Dance Effect! Whether you're brand new to line dancing or already know a few steps, this is a great chance to learn routines, have a laugh, and enjoy a
relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Thursday 9th April - 11am to 12:30pm