Young People

Air Cadets, 230 (Congleton) Squadron Royal Air Force is a youth RAF Air Cadets is an outstanding organisation for those interested in aviation, great adventures and personal development. Broaden your horizons, gain qualifications, make new friends.

When: Wednesday & Friday, 7pm-9.30pm.

Where: 230 Sqn RAFAC HQ, Rope Walk, Congleton, CW12 1HN

Youth club for 8-12 year olds offering a wide range of activities including table tennis, pool, computer consoles, outdoor sports, games area, board games, cooking, community projects, tuck shop, chill out area, internet access, food and flower growing, trips and advice. Meet on a Monday evening during term time: 6.30pm – 8.00pm.

We offer 6 to 25-year-olds fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, everyday adventure and the chance to help others to make a positive impact in communities. Scouting can help young people to get jobs, save lives and even change the world. Visit the website Find your local Scout Group | Scouts

For details on scouts, beavers, cubs and squirrels

Congleton Young Farmers Club is a club not just aimed at farmers – anyone aged 14-30 can attend. Our members are always up for a social, and you don’t need to pay a membership fee to come to any of our events.

The Youth Forum is part of Congleton Partnership. It is made up of youth focussed organisations in the town, local high schools and Cheshire Police. The purpose is to look at what is on offer for young people, look for new opportunities for young people and to work together to better meet their needs and requests.

Orchestral music opportunities for children aged 7 years – 25 years with weekly rehearsals each Saturday morning during term time at Trinity Methodist Church, Wagg Street, Congleton. See our website for more details

Firebirds Theatre is an introductory theatre club in Congleton for children aged 4-11. If you love singing and dancing Firebirds Theatre is the place to be!  Established in 2012, Firebirds Theatre encourages children to perform and grow their confidence by learning basic theatre skills and putting on an informal show at the end of each term. Astbury Village Hall

4-7 class: 4pm-4.45pm.​ 8-11 class: ​4.45-5.30pm. £6 per week

Young People in School years 7-11 – Friday evenings 7:15 – 8:45pm in term time at New Life Church. A safe place to belong for young people, with fun activities including games, tuck shop, talks and chill out time. Free!

Children in School Years 3-6 – Friday evenings at 5:30-6:45pm in term time. A fun-filled time of games, activities, crafts, snack and Bible chat! And it’s FREE!

Friends for Leisure provides fun and friendship opportunities for disabled children and young people across Cheshire East. We also run a youth volunteering programme.

For more information, or to get involved, please see our website.

Girlguiding is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK. We build girls’ confidence and raise their aspirations. We give them a chance to discover their full potential and encourage them to be a powerful force for good. Adult volunteers welcome.

Social action youth project offering those aged 9+ a range of exciting activities on a regular basis. These include DJ-ing, cooking and baking, arts and sculpture and inter-generational working with older residents as part of our YOU project. Plus rewards such as trips and residentials. Allows young people to learn new skills, grow in confidence and focus on positive things.

Meets on a Wednesday or Friday evening most weeks. Open 6.30pm – 8.30pm at Bromley Farm Community Centre

A two week summer school held in August for children age 8-18.

We rehearse, build set, make costumes and props and finally perform a musical all in just two weeks, at the Daneside Theatre in Congleton. Auditions usually held in May.

Visyon is a mental health charity that supports the emotional health of children, young people and their families in the Cheshire East and Staffordshire Moorlands area. We offer a range of services to support local children and young people such as one-to-one counselling, mentoring, therapeutic and creative groups and advocacy. We also support families and schools by providing family support sessions, parent empower hour and training and support for local schools.