Events

Click here to visit The Download Calendar
packed with activities and events.

Click here find out What's On in West Berks from the
Family Resource Centre UK website.

Free Swimming Sessions for Young People
Young People only FREE swimming sessions are being organised at pools across West Berkshire during the school summer holidays. Sessions are open to any young person aged 8 to 16 resident in West Berkshire on production of a West Berkshire card. For the full programme please visit www.westberks.gov.uk/u16swim.

West Berkshire Cards are obtainable at any Council owned leisure centre or library (note cards will require activation at a leisure centre). Application forms are available from all leisure centres, libraries, main council buildings or by visiting www.westberks.gov.uk/wbcard.

Cut Films Competition
We are looking for films that are original, fun and that you really think will help young people to reject smoking. The deadline for entries is 31st August, so why not take on the challenge as part of your summer activities? The best film wins a workshop with a leading UK film director, equipment for your school or youth club, and national publicity.
Click here for more information.

Channel 4's Embarrassing Teen Bodies is Back!
Are you a teenager and worried about your health?
Or would you and your group of friends be interested in taking part in some of the fun tests and activities we run throughout the show?
If you’re aged between 13-19 years and interested in learning more about your health or want advice about a medical issue from one of our doctors then please contact the Embarrassing Teen Bodies team!
Click here for more information.

Inspirations Teenage and Young Parents' Group
The free group meets on Wednesdays between 11am and 1pm at The Edge in Newbury. All young parents and carers are welcome to the group. A variety of toys is available for babies and young children. Phone 01635 279701 for more information.

TIC TAC
The Teenage Information Centre Teenage Advice Clinic runs at John O'Gaunt Community Technology College in Hungerford. A school nurse and a youth worker are available on Monday lunch times in the Youth Centre, to talk about various topics including smoking, sexual health, stress, health issues or anything else.

Inspirations Teens' and Young Parents' Group
All young parents and carers welcome to the group. A variety of toys is available for babies and young children. The free group meets on Wednesdays between 11am and 1pm at The Edge in Newbury. Phone 01635 279701 for more information.

West Berkshire Family Planning Service Walk-In Clinics
The Family Planning Clinic provides high quality contraceptive services and sexual health advice. The walk-in clinic at West Berkshire Community Hospital, Thatcham is available on Mondays from 5pm - 7.30pm and Thursdays from 4pm - 6.30pm. No appointment is needed, but if you'd like more information phone: 01635 273300.

Do you know about the local authority-run youth clubs in your area?
Click here for more information about clubs in your area.

Street Active will be happening across West Berkshire for young people 11 and over during the school holidays. Activities include Skateboarding, Indoor Climbing, Graffiti Art and a Electric Guitar Workshop. All activities are free but many sessions need to be pre-booked. Click on www.westberks.gov.uk/streetactive

Family Active will take place on the weekend of 24th-25th July, the programme includes Indoor Climbing, Canoeing and a Urban Music Workshop. These sessions are for young people and their families. Again all sessions are free of charge but require pre booking. Visit www.westberks.gov.uk/familyactive

BACYP Holidays Activity Programme, Summer Holidays, (Ages 5 - 11)
Click here to find out about the programme including, basketball, Art & Craft, Multi Sports and more. For more information and to book please telephone: 0118 923 1259. or email: andrew.horner@bacyp.co.uk

West Berks, Central Area, Summer Activities Programme
Events include monthly Youth Clubs and Music Gigs at Schools and Youth Clubs in W Berks. All activities are open to any young person, those held on School/College sites during School/College hours are only available to young people within those Schools/Colleges. Click here for more details.

West Berks, Eastern Area, Summer Activities Programme
Events include monthly Youth Clubs and Music Gigs at Schools and Youth Clubs in W Berks. All activities are open to any young person, those held on School/College sites during School/College hours are only available to young people within those Schools/Colleges. Click here for the time table.

West Reading Youth Service Activities
There are lots of activities taking place in the West Reading area, including Bowling, Hair & Beauty, Canoeing, Football and Duke of Edinburgh.
Click here for more information.

Kintbury Youth Club, Preston Hall, Kintbury
Mondays 18:30 - 20:30
13 - 20 years
jogauntcc@westberks.gov.uk
http://www.westberks.gov.uk
01448 683 692

Burghfield Youth Club, Theale Youth and Community Centre, Theale
Mondays 17:30 - 19:00
13 - 19 years
thealeyc@westberks.gov.uk
http://www.westberks.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=3926
0118 930 2980

Moorside Centre Senior Youth Club, Moorside Community Centre, Thatcham
Wednesdays 18:30 - 20:30
14 - 19 years
£0.60 per session
thealeyc@westberks.gov.uk
http://www.westberks.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=3927
01635 871 558

Riverside Centre - Senior Group, Newbury
Thursdays 19:00 - 21:00
15 - 19 years
riversidecentre@westberks.gov.uk
http://www.westberks.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=11952

Fords Farm Drop-In, Holybrook Centre, Calcot
Friday: 20:00 - 21:30
13 - 18 years
thealeyc@westberks.gov.uk
http://www.westberks.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=3926
0118 930 2980

If you know of an event coming up in West Berkshire please send us the details by using the form on our contact page.