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Carlisle Youth Zone’s Race Day 2024, held on 28 August at Carlisle Racecourse, was an outstanding success, bringing together a community of supporters for an afternoon of connection, fun and fundraising—all in support of the region’s young people. Final funds raised have been calculated as £27,680.79 exceeding all previous years and Caroline Taylor-Beswick, Chief Executive... Read more »

We’re thrilled to announce the amazing winners of this year’s LEGO Competition! Now in its fourth year, our partnership with Unwin Jones continues to grow stronger. We’re so grateful for their ongoing support in encouraging young people to explore their creativity and be inspired by architecture in such a fun and accessible format. Who knows... Read more »

CYZ are delighted to announce an innovative partnership with Carlisle Futsal Club. The partnership aims to raise awareness of CYZ and also encourage people to engage with Carlisle’s youth futsal programs across Cumbria. Similar to football clubs like Barcelona who promote UNICEF, Carlisle Futsal Club will feature the Carlisle Youth Zone logo on the front... Read more »

On Saturday 20 July 2024, over 450 young people, family members and supporters joined Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) to celebrate turning 13 with a free Community Open Day. The fun-packed day, organised by CYZ’s Youth Planning Committee, allowed attendees to experience some of the activities and opportunities which are available to Youth Zone members (aged... Read more »

WIN an Xbox console & fantastic prizes in each category for Winners and runners-up! Unwin Jones, a local architectural company, and a Carlisle Youth Zone Patron is sponsoring for the fourth year the CYZ Lego Competition. The Lego competition for 2024 launches on 22nd July and will run until 31st August 2024. The theme for... Read more »

It’s been a busy week here at CYZ. We want to thank everyone who participated in the Give a Day Carlisle initiative to revitalise our yard area! A special shoutout to Galliford Try for organising the week and to the following businesses for their incredible involvement—whether through in-kind support, donating resources, or volunteering: Story Contracting... Read more »

Huge thank you to the amazing team of apprentices at Bendalls Engineering for their incredible craftsmanship in fabricating four beautiful picnic tables for our youth clubs! These tables are more than just furniture—they are a new gathering space for young people to enjoy, share stories and create lasting memories. May there be many more sunny... Read more »

We made it! Cross Bay Walk – done Over 13,000 steps made by each of the walkers completing the Cross Bay Walk as part of #TeamCYZ yesterday. An incredible way to start our 13th Birthday Year Celebrations! Thanks to David, Julia, Marcia, Jim, Fiona, Finlay, Isabelle, Caroline, Amanda and Luca for your collective efforts. Proudly... Read more »

For the second year running, Carlisle Youth Zone (CYZ) ran its ‘Winter Warm Zone’ initiative, a practical response to the ongoing Cost of Living challenges, which deepen for many families during the winter period. Removing all costs, Winter Warm Zone sees CYZ waive its already subsidised entrance fee (50p), annual membership (£5), and hot meal... Read more »

We are seeking new Trustees! We are inviting up to THREE new people to join the Carlisle Youth Zone Board! Our Board, chaired by Professor Julie Mennell DL, already benefits from 7 dedicated and engaged volunteer Trustees, who each bring unique knowledge, skills, experience and insight to the vision and governance of CYZ. As we... Read more »