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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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Junior Youth Group

Youth Group for P6/7s to try new activities, make friends and build confidence through new skills. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 29th July & 5th, 12th August

3.30-5.30pm

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S1 Youth Group

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 8th, 15th, 29th July & 5th,12th August

6.30-8pm

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Get Crafty!

Are you crafty or creative? Come along to our session, try new materials, make something awesome, and enjoy a chilled, creative time with friends. No experience needed - just bring your ideas and get stuck in! P6-S6.

Location, Date and Time

Tuesday 28th July - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2:30pm

Tuesday 4th August - Victoria Halls, Annan - 3.30-5pm

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Horrible Histories

Step into the past with our Horrible Histories session, where history gets messy, surprising and seriously fun! Explore the weird and wonderful stories from the past, get involved with interactive activities and challenges! P6-S6.

Location, Date and time

Monday 27th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 4th August - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2.30pm

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Junior Youth Group

In P6 or P7? If yes, join our Junior Youth Group! Come along over the summer to make new friends, take part in activities such as gaming, bracelet making, darts and build your confidence!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Thursday 14th, 28th July and 4th and 11th August 

4-5:30pm 

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Bubble Football

Get ready to bounce, roll and crash your way into victory in our Bubble Football competition! Strap into a giant inflatable bubble and take on the pitch like never before! Whether you're fiercely competitive or just in it for the chaos, this is the ultimate summer showdown for teams who love sport with a twist. Gather your squad, suit up, and let the mayhem begin! P7-S6.

Location

Moffat Academy

Date and time

Monday 27th July 

5-7pm

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Chefs Camp

Calling all future chefs! Get ready to mix, make and create at our hands-on chefs camp. Make your own pizza bases and create toppings, and decorate cakes with your own icing. For P7s 

Location

Hillview Leisure Centre, Kelloholm 

Date and time

Friday 31st July 6:30-8 pm 

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Ready Steady Cook

Fancy yourself a culinary genius and creator of all things delicious? Come along to our ready, steady, cook session! Here you are challenged to create the tastiest and most inventive lunch using simple ingredients. P7-S6.

Locations, Date and time

Monday 13th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Gretna Primary School - 1-2.30pm

Tuesday 14th July - Victoria Halls, Annan - 3.30-5pm

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Annan Junior Youth Group

Are you in P6 or P7? If so, join our Junior Youth Group! Take part in activities like cooking, arts and crafts, listen to music and even play laser tag with your friends! 

Location

Victoria Halls, Annan

Date and time

Fridays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st July & 7th, 14th August

4-5.30pm

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Junior Youth Group

In P6 or P7? If yes, join our Junior Youth Group! Come along over the summer to make new friends, take part in activities such as gaming, bracelet making, darts and build your confidence!

Location

Collision Park, Dalbeattie   

Date and time

Thursday 16th July, 6th & 13th August 

4-5:30pm 

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