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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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Club 180

A fun and friendly space for young people to learn, play and compete in darts! Step up to the oche to sharpen your skills and enjoy the thrill of the game! S1-6. 

Location

Vibe 75, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Wednesdays

5.30-7.00pm

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Friday Night Drop In

Friday Night Drop-In is a welcoming space to relax, make new friends, and have fun every Friday evening. Take part in a variety of activities, try something new, build confidence and skills, and enjoy opportunities to get involved in your local community..

Location, Date and Time

Fridays

Victoria Hall, Annan

7.00-8.30pm

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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

Lockerbie Town Hall

Date and time

Mondays

7.00-8.15pm

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Kaos Cafe Juniors

Come along to Kaos Cafe to take part in fun activities, challenges and themed nights! Make friends, try out new things and a safe space to chill out with your friends. 

Location

Kaos Cafe, Wigtown

Date and time

Mondays

Juniors (P6/7) - 6.00-7.15pm

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Kaos Cafe Seniors

Come along to Kaos Cafe to take part in fun activities, challenges and themed nights! Make friends, try out new things and a safe space to chill out with your friends. 

Location

Kaos Cafe, Wigtown

Date and time

Mondays

Seniors (S1+) - 7.30-9pm

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Night Strikers

A fun, free football project open to all young people aged P6-S6. It's all about enjoying the game with no pressure. Food and refreshments will be provided. 

Location

Penninghame Primary School

Date and time

Tuesdays

5.30-7.00pm

From 15 September

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Night Strikers

A fun, free football project open to all young people aged P6-S6. It's all about enjoying the game with no pressure. Food and refreshments will be provided. 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Tuesdays

6.00-7.30pm

From 25 August

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Oche Club

A fun space for young people to learn, play and compete in darts! Step up to the oche to sharpen your skills and enjoy the thrill of the game!

Location

The Merse, Wigtown

Date and Time

Fridays

5.30-7.00 pm

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Space to Grow

Looking for something different to do after school on a Thursday? Come and join a fun and supportive space for young people to enjoy gardening, creative wellbeing activities, and time outdoors. Meet new people, learn new skills, and take time for yourself in a relaxed environment.

Location, Date and time

Thursdays

4.00-5.15pm

Lockerbie Town Hall

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Welcoming Hands

A British Sign Language (BSL) group to learn, connect and belong! Join Castle Douglas Development Forum and volunteers Poppy and Freya to learn BSL in a safe, supportive space for young women. 

Location

Crannog, Castle Douglas

Date and time

Mondays

6.00-7.00 pm

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