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WELCOME TO YOUTH CANTERBURY

Opportunities for young people from across the Canterbury district

Inspiring Young People. Creating Opportunities. Building Brighter Futures.

 

At Youth Canterbury, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to discover their potential, build confidence, make lasting friendships and thrive.

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Through an exciting range of youth events, holiday clubs and engaging activities, we create welcoming, inclusive spaces where young people can have fun, explore new experiences, develop valuable life skills and feel part of their community.

 

Working hand in hand with the local authority and trusted community partners, we're passionate about breaking down barriers, opening doors to new opportunities and empowering the next generation to achieve their best.

Together, we're creating brighter futures for young people across Canterbury.

Current Partners

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Kent Family Hub 0-19 (25 SEND) Core Offer
Information and links for family support across the district

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Selection of previous holiday activities offered.

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Thank you to our partners and providers

The Canterbury Academy, Canterbury Skate Project  Betteshanger Country Park, Canterbury District Scouts,

Rivals Social, Go Create Pottery, Go2Sea, Kent Scouts, Kent Climbing Centre, Wingham Wildlife Park, Wildwood, English Heritage, Canterbury Bike Project, Canterbury Food Bank & City Boxing Club

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Youth Canterbury worked in partnership with Cantebury Skate Project to celebrate International Go Skate Day on June 21st 2025

This event was kindly supported by Weald of Kent Rotary Club

Holiday Activity & Food (HAF)

We were delighted to offer HAF sessions during the School Holidays.

To qualify young people 11-16 will be receiving free school meals.

Families will receive an e-voucher that can be used to claim places on our activity days.

Look out for holiday sessions. If you need to know more please get in touch. 


As part of the scheme we offer healthy, low cost meals that can be replicated by families.

To discover some of our favourites...

Click here to find healthy food options and treats young people can cook for the family.

 

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Tasty receipes for Christmas & everyday leftovers

Stay safe & healthy

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We offer a listening ear to those who wish to share their feelings when they attend our provisions

We support a range of issues that include but are not limited to mental health, sexual health, substance abuse, relationships, friends & family

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Other websites

There are lots of other places you can find information and advice about a wide range of issues and answer questions you may have.

Rise above

Rise Above is about us all sharing our experiences, questions and challenges to get us ready for anything life throws at us.

Childline

A private and confidential service for children and young people up to the age of 19. You can contact a ChildLine counsellor about anything -no problem is too big or too small.

Young minds

The UK's leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.

Kent youth health website

Information and advice from the NHS about health, emotions, sex and relationships. How and where to access local support services if you need them.

Youth Canterbury CIO

The Canterbury Academy

Knight Avenue

Canterbury

Kent

CT2 8QA

Website by   Glenbrook 2021

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