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Local Community Based Youth Clubs and Activities

Friday Night Projects are multi-sport and activity sessions

For young people aged 11-16, and they no longer just happen on Fridays! The sessions provide a safe space for young people to hang out with mates or make new friends while trying activities such as football, badminton, dance, dodgeball and many others. There's no need to 'join' anything, pre-book or commit to every week.

Friday night projects | Friday night projects | Reigate and Banstead

YMCA Youth Clubs offer a friendly, relaxed space

For young people in school years 6-11, taking place in spaces in Redhill, Reigate, Merstham, Horley, Tadworth and Caterham. Our youth clubs are FREE and led by qualified professional youth workers.

Youth Clubs - YMCA East Surrey

Y Bus, brings activities and support to young people in their communities.

The bus has a small seating area inside and is fitted with a games console, iPad, TV and free WiFi. With its own generator and kitchen facilities, it can run a microwave and a toaster and provide hot drinks and other refreshments.

Mondays | 18:00-20:00 (Horley)
Tuesdays | 15:30-16:25 (Timperley Gardens) & 16:30-17:30 (Cromwell Estate)
Thursdays | 15:30-16:30 (Merstham)

Y Bus / Street Talk - YMCA East Surrey

Youth Cookery Club (subject to funding)

From September/October 2026, the church will run Timperley Youth Cookery Club until April 2027 (8 sessions) at the Scout Hut on Timperley Gardens. Parent or partner referrals. For children 11-16.

Timperley Church | HT Redhill

Fight or Flight Club a safe space to talk

At Fight or Flight our aim is to provide men and woman of all ages with a safe space where they feel comfortable to talk and open up about their experiences in an environment completely free of judgment.

Classes include mixed boxing, mixed yoga, and mixed run club. All are free to attend.

Fight or Flight Group

Waves a youth group with a difference

This is a relaxed, friendly space to hang out, take part in activities, have a chat about any challenges, and feel heard. We’re here to listen, understand, and support you in a way that feels right for you. Whether you came to WAVES before or this is your first time, you’re very welcome.

Thursdays (term-time) | 3:45–5:15pm | For Year 7 to age 17

WAVES - YMCA East Surrey

CYP Haven a safe space for young people

The CYP Haven is a safe space for young people aged 10 to 18 to talk about worries and mental health in a confidential, friendly and supportive environment. The CYP Haven have locations in Epsom, Redhill, Shepperton and Ash. We have a team who can help you talk through what the issue is, and find ways to ensure you get the right information. The team may be able to help you access the right service. Maybe you need a space to relieve some of your anxieties and get advice on coping mechanisms. Staff are there to listen and to try to find ways to make your situation better.

CYP Haven - safe space for children and young people aged 10 to 18 - Surrey County Council

East Surrey Acrobatics is a gymnastics and trampolining club

Gymnastics and trampolining courses in Reigate and Redhill. Classes are structured and ability-led with an emphasis on developing gymnasts’ skills, working on flexibility, coordination, strength and of course fun and enjoyment! You also have the chance to work towards gymnastics and acro awards. Sessions are run by qualified British Gymnastics coach Lucy Tozer.

East Surrey Acrobatics - YMCA East Surrey

YMCA East Surrey Football

After school mixed and girls football groups.

Football - YMCA East Surrey

Redhill Amateur Boxing Club

Redhill Amateur Boxing Club provides a great atmosphere for men/women of all ages. All equipment is provided. All you need is a bottle of water and a towel! The Club offers a full range of equipment and facilities including a boxing ring and a large cardio and circuit area with weights, selection of punch bags etc.

Reigate Park Run

Free adult (5km) parkrun every Saturday at 9.00am, and junior parkrun (4-14 year olds) every Sunday at 9.00am. Location: Priory Park, Reigate.

Reigate Priory parkrun | Reigate Priory parkrun

Directory of Sports Clubs in and around the Borough of Reigate and Banstead.

Directory of sport clubs | Reigate and Banstead

Discover Surrey Youth Clubs and Other Services for Young People

Some of our Community Partners have some great events and classes coming up

BE ACTIVE... with R&Be Active

Each holiday period there is a range of low-cost activities for children aged from 6 months to 16 years including sport, drama and music to circus skills and outdoor adventure.

All activities are aimed at beginners and are a great opportunity for your child to try something different, make new friends and have fun over the holidays. There are also specific sessions for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). All activities are bookable HERE.

If you are in receipt of benefits or have a looked after child you may be eligible for a 50% discount (R&B residents only). Please email leisure.services@reigate-banstead.gov.uk with proof of your benefit and address. If you have questions call 01737 276322.

WATCH... The Nine to Five with Stacey Dooley

An excellent way to keep thinking about future careers, there are three series of 30-minute programmes on BBC iPlayer which follow Stacey Dooley taking five 16-18-year-olds into industries that are crying out for young workers, to give them the ultimate work experience.

VISIT... The Science Museum and the Natural History Museum

Entrance to these Museums is FREE!

There's always loads of exciting exhibitions to explore - take a look at the Science Museum's website and the Natural History Museum's website to see what might appeal to your family this autumn.

Science Museum entry is free but booking is required

Natural History Museum entry is free but booking is required

TAKE... A Walk in Nature, In and Around Redhill

There is little as beneficial to mental, emotional and physical well-being, as a walk in nature. It ticks all the healthy mind and healthy body boxes, and provides a wonderful opportunity for easy conversation with your young people, to talk while you walk.

We are particularly lucky to have so many amazing natural areas right here on our doorstep.

This website, All Trails, is a great resource for finding the walk to suit you.