Open Youth Night
Open Youth Night is a relaxed, welcoming space for young people aged 11+ to hang out, meet new people and get involved in whatever takes their interest. Cook something up in the kitchen, make music, dance, play sports, get creative or simply chill with friends.
There’s no pressure to take part in everything. Come along, try something new or just enjoy having a space to be yourself. Click the link to fill in the form to attend.
Delivered by Gorse Hill Studios as part of the Trafford Violence Reduction Alliance, supported by the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit.
Photo: Gorse Hill Studios
- Location
- Gorse Hill Studios
- Date
- 18 September 2026 – 23 September 2033
- Time
- Multiple sessions — see below
- Where held
- In person only
- Age range
- Ages 11-18
- Price
- Free
Upcoming sessions
- 25 September 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- 2 October 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- 9 October 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- 16 October 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
- 23 October 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
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- Family friendly
- Relaxed
- Accessible Toilet
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Orientation Visits
- Guide Dogs welcome
- Changing Places facility
- Assistance Dogs welcome
Map is currently unavailable.
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Are you interested in art and activism? Want to stand up for what you believe in and use your art to create change? Join Artivists at Gorse Hill Studios.
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