|
The youth club was founded in 1961 at a building in Portishead High St which was previously used as the library. The youth club soon grew out of this building and a new purpose built centre was opened in Harbour Road. The Portishead Youth Centre was officially opened on Saturday May 21st 1966 at a total cost of £18,000 and within a year the centre was expanded further in 1967 to include an all weather play area and an arts room. The Youth Centre is leased by North Somerset Council to a voluntary committee who manage the centre on behalf of the town of Portishead. |
|
Our main aim is the social education of young people between the ages of 11 to 25 years (primarily those between 13-19) during their leisure time, so that they may grow to full maturity as individuals and as members of society to play a useful part in the affairs of the community. The Youth Centre aims to offer young people the opportunity to participate in a challenging, educational and stimulating programme that encourages personal development and self confidence. The Youth Centre offers a wide range of activities which are relevant to the needs of young people today. These include social and sporting activities, inter-club visits, trips and outings, educational workshops and arts & crafts. The club also houses a full recording studio. The Youth Centre is affiliated with Youth Clubs UK and Young Bristol. The centre is staffed by a team of fully trained professionals whose job is to supervise, tutor and assist young persons in their care. |
|
Our Aims And Objectives |
|
Our Charter What Young People Can Expect From Portishead Youth Centre |
