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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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Lunchtime Drop In

Do you attend Kirkcudbright High School? Interested in finding out more about Youth Work in your town? Pop by the Link Corridor and visit your Youth Workers. Take part in themed activities each week and get information on a range of topics!

Location

Kirkcudbright Academy Link Corridor

Date and time

Thursdays

1.05-1.50 pm

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Lunchtime Drop In

Do you attend Dalbeattie High School? Interested in finding out more about Youth Work in your town? Pop by the Pod in Heughan Hall and visit your Youth Workers. Take part in themed activities each week and get information on a range of topics!

Date and time

Fridays

Dalbeattie High School Heughan Hall

1.05-1.50 pm

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Peer Project

Peer Project is a youth group for young people aged 12 - 25 with additional support needs and disabilities. Come along, take part in different activities on offer including music, self-care, arts d crafts, games and lots more!

Location

Annexe, Castle Douglas 

Date and time

Wednesdays

6:30pm to 8.30pm

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Spectrum

Youth group for young people who identify as neurodiverse and enjoy calm, quiet spaces. Come in, make friends and try new activities such as arts and crafts, gaming and music.  

Location 

Lockerbie Town Hall

Date and Times 

Thursdays

6.15-7.30pm

Agnew Park Junior Drop In

A fun, activity-packed youth group for P6 and P7 - lots of activities including bake offs, water fights, sports, crafts and more! 

Location

Agnew Park, Stranraer

Date and time

Tuesdays

6.00-7.30pm

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Friday Night Drop In

A relaxed space for young people to hang out, chat to Youth Workers, grab a bite to eat and take part in fun activities!

Location

McMillan Hall, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Fridays

6.30-8.00 pm

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Friday Night Football

Fun, free football project open to all young people P6-S6. Get active, make new mates, and enjoy playing the game. Chat to youth workers and tell us what you would like to see happen in YOUR community!

Location

Dalbeattie High School, MUGA 

Date and time

Fridays 

7.00-8.30 pm

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Fun day Festival

Enjoy tasty food from the scran van and get involved in a full day of activities. Take on the inflatables, try a range of indoor and outdoor games, or get creative with arts and crafts. Step up to our karaoke or relax in the chill zone with music and beanbags. Come along and get involved. Age 12-17 

Location

Community Centre, Thornhill

Date and time

Tuesday 4th August 

12-1:30pm 

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Late Lounge: 16+ Newton Stewart

A youth group for ages 16-25 that offers a safe space to socialise, build confidence and connect with others. A place to unwind, have fun, chat and feel supported.

Location

McMillan Hall, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Mondays

7.30-9.00pm

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The Hut Youth Project Juniors

A space for young people to hang out, make new friends and try fun activities - including bake offs, water fights, sports, crafts and more! 

Location

The Hut, Newton Stewart

Date and time

Thursdays

P6/7 - 5.30-6.45pm

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