News

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 »

It’s the start of a new school year, which means our Wednesday Projects are back! Bookings are now open online for the next block of sessions, running until October half-term. We’ve got all of the usual favourites. Booking is essential, and spaces are limited. Click Here to check availability and secure your space using our online... 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 »

We are welcoming more young people to CYZ than ever before, and we are adding to our innovative and dynamic team of youth workers to support our vision to offer a fun and safe environment where the potential of young people is developed and fulfilled! We are looking to recruit Youth Workers to grow and... Read more »

We are looking to recruit a Catering Coordinator to develop and enhance our team. As an organisation that is primarily for and about young people, these roles provide a unique opportunity to make a difference to young people lives – showing how much we value them and supporting their aspirations for the future. Overall aim... Read more »

As we hurtle towards our busiest time of the year, we are looking to recruit Youth Workers and a Catering Coordinator to join our small Team. In both roles you’ll be an essential part of a Young Persons experience in CYZ, ensuring they have fun, have someone to talk to as well as receiving a... 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 »