Summer Activities 2023
This summer we are excited to bring East Brighton-based families, a wealth of activities for school-aged children. There’s something for everyone, from archaeology and football to street art and go-karting.
East Brighton Trust has funded many of these activities, which means a lot of them are free. The TDC activities on offer have been funded by Youth Led Grants from Brighton & Hove City Council.
The full programme is listed below. Simply contact the relevant organisation to confirm your space. Availability is limited, so please book early!
We thank all the brilliant people and organisations working across our communities to host these wonderful activities.
Enjoy the summer!
VYD Football Sessions
VYD is a not-for-profit organisation that improves lives through football. They believe that some communities and people aren’t given the same opportunities as others and we want to ‘level the playing field’ for all.
Over the summer they’re running a number of sessions on the following dates:
Every Sunday from 23rd July to 3rd September, 10am - 11:30am @ Wild Park
Age: years 1 & 2 (under 8’s)
Cost: Free
To book please use the contact form on the website: https://www.vydcic.org/contact-us/
Graffiti Sessions
TDC delivers safe and transformational Youth Work to give young people the skills and confidence to make positive changes in their own lives and achieve great things for themselves and their communities.
This summer they’re running a drop-in graffiti session run by a local graffiti artist, on the dates listed below. Come along to this free session where you will be able to create your own graffiti-style canvas to take home.
Monday 24 July from 2pm to 4pm @ Bristol Estate Community Room
Monday 14 August from 6pm to 7:30pm @ 67 Centre Moulscoomb
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Youth Club
TDC is a charity tackling inequality in Brighton and Hove through community-led solutions.
This summer they’re running a number of drop-in youth clubs for 11 - 16 year olds at the locations and dates listed below. There will be a mix of activities including arts and crafts, games and sports. Or you can just come along and chill with your friends. Refreshments will be provided.
Monday 24th July and 14th August @ 67 Centre Moulscoomb, 6pm to 7:30pm
Wednesday 26th July @ Central Park Woodingdean (for sports if dry) or Youth Centre Woodingdean (if wet) 6:30pm to 8pm
Thursday 27th July and 17th August @ Hollingbury Old Boat Centre, 12pm to 3pm
Thursday 27th July, 3rd August and 17th August @ Whitehawk Library, 3:30pm to 5pm
Monday 31st July @ Wild Park (for sports if dry) or 67 Centre Moulscoomb, 6pm to 7:30pm
Wednesday 2nd August, Thursday 10th and 24th August @ Hollingbury Old Boat Centre, 12pm to 3pm
Wednesday 2nd August and 23rd August @ Woodingdean Youth Centre, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Monday 7th and 21st August @ Bristol Estate Community Room, 2pm to 4pm
Monday 21st August @ 67 Centre Moulscoomb (trip to Stanmer Park), 6pm to 7:30pm
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Brighton Streets Detached by TDC
Brighton Streets is a citywide, coordinated detached youth work programme. Detached youth work means working on the streets, in parks, in the city centre or at the beach - wherever young people are meeting with their friends.
In the summer TDC will have a new Youth Bus - like a mobile youth club - out and about in Brighton.
Join it on the following dates:
Every Tuesday from 25th July to 29th August, 3pm to 7pm @ Hollingbury Old Boat and Town Centre
Every Thursday from 27th July to 31st August, 3pm to 7pm @ Town Centre
Every Friday from 28th July to 1st September, 6pm to 8pm @ Preston Park
Ages: 11 - 18 years
Cost: free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Digital Art by Exploring Senses
Exploring Senses is a not-for-profit community arts organisation based in Brighton. They understand the value of informal creative learning through playful investigation and work in partnership with local communities helping children, young people, families and adults learn new skills.
This summer, enjoy a creative 3D pens and iPad session with them, on the following dates:
Tuesday 25th July, 10am to 12pm @ Whitehawk Library
Wednesday 26th July, 12pm to 2pm @ The Bevy
Thursday 27th July, 1pm to 3pm @ Whitehawk Library
Wednesday 2nd August, 11am to 1:30pm @ St Cuthman's Church
Monday 7th August, 11am to 1:30pm @ St Cuthman's Church
Saturday 26th August, 10am to 12pm @ The Bevy
Ages: 8+ (unless accompanied by an adult)
Cost: Free
To book your place please contact David: [email protected]
Swimming Session by TDC
Brighton & Hove City Council’s Healthy Lifestyles Team has provided funds and worked with TDC to give young people the opportunity to get swimming this summer.
Fancy a dip this holiday? Come along to this free hour-long session at St Luke’s Pool. You can swim or have fun with a variety of water-friendly sports equipment.
This is a closed session which means TDC have private use of the pool.
Wednesday 26th July @ St Luke’s Pool 10:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday 2nd August @ St Luke’s Pool 10:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday 9th August @ St Luke’s Pool 10:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday 16th August @ St Luke’s Pool 10:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday 23rd August @ St Luke’s Pool 10:30am - 11:30am
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: free
Please contact Caroline for more information and to book your place: [email protected]
Nerf Gun Battle by TDC
Another great activity planned by our friends at TDC! Enjoy an epic, adrenaline-pumping, Nerf Gun Battle with friends old and new.
TDC have a variety of Nerf Guns and plenty of foam darts for your battles. They don’t hurt, but there will be safety rules to follow!
Monday 31st July @ Bristol Estate Community Room, 2pm to 4pm
Monday 7th August @ 67 Centre Moulscoomb, 6pm to 7:30pm
Wednesday 9th August @ Woodingdean Youth Centrey, 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Introduction to Tennis by Badgers Tennis Club
Badgers Tennis Club has been the Kemptown community tennis club since 1895.
This summer they’re offering a number of taster tennis sessions to children aged between 5 and 14 who are new to the sport. Have you been inspired by Wimbledon? Come along and see what fun tennis is and just how good you can be…
Monday 31st July @ Badgers Tennis Club, 10am to 11am
Monday 7th August @ Badgers Tennis Club, 10am to 11am
Monday 14th August @ Badgers Tennis Club, 10am to 11am
Age: 5 - 14 years
Cost: Free
To confirm your place please call Jon on 07805 649 342
Go Karting Trip by TDC
TDC is a charity tackling inequality in Brighton and Hove through community-led solutions.
This summer TDC have planned a fun-packed Go Karting trip to Team Sport in Lancing, with transport provided from the centre of Brighton. The activity includes a safety talk and two spins around the track. All safety gear is provided. This is sure to be popular so book your place quickly!
Tuesday 1st August @ Team Sports Lancing, 11am to 2pm
Age: 12 - 16 years
Cost: Free
To confirm your place please contact Caroline: [email protected]
Brighton Streets Youth Bus at Pride
Brighton Streets is a Youth Partnership Project that works as Detached Youth Workeds. They support young people that are out and about on the streets of Brighton.
You can be a part of one of the biggest events in the city this summer by being onboard the Brighton Streets Youth Bus at Pride!
Saturday 5th August @ Preston Park, 11am to 11pm
Age: 11 - 18 years
Cost: Free
To confirm your place and for more information please contact Caroline: [email protected]
Fledglings in the Orchard
Fledglings Outdoor Play run forest school style outdoor-play sessions for children (and their families) in East Brighton.
This summer, come and join them for a mud kitchen, swings, songs, stories and communal cooking - sometimes on a campfire!
Wednesday 9th August @ Racehill Community Orchard, 10am to 12pm
Monday 14th August @ Racehill Community Orchard, 10am to 12pm
Wednesday 30th August @ Racehill Community Orchard, 10am to 12pm
Age: 18 months to 7 years
Cost: £2 or £3 for local families
For more information and to book please email: [email protected] or visit bookwhen.com/fledglings
Trip to Upside Down House by TDC
Join TDC this summer for a fun-filled time at the Upside Down House on Brighton seafront. Walk on the ceiling, do a handstand on the loo, and take some crazy photographs.
They might even treat you to an ice cream afterwards!
Thursday 10 August from 2pm to 4pm. Meet @ Whitehawk Library
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Yellow Wave Trip
TDC is a charity tackling inequality in Brighton and Hove through community-led solutions, which they believe produce longer-lasting and more meaningful change.
Join them this summer for an hour’s volleyball on a sandy court near the sea. No volleyball skills are required, they are simply having a go for fun!
Wednesday 16 August from 6pm to 8pm @ Yellow Wave Brighton
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Thorpe Park Trip by TDC
TDC is a charity tackling inequality in Brighton and Hove through community-led solutions.
They’re off for a fun-filled day at Thorpe Park!! Would you like to join them?
Friday 18th August from 8am to 8pm. Transport will be provided.
Ages: 11 - 18 years
Cost: Free
Please contact Caroline for more information: [email protected]
Raft Building/ Stand-up Paddle Boarding by TDC
TDC is a charity tackling inequality in Brighton and Hove through community-led solutions.
Would you like to join them for a raft building and paddle boarding session? They’re off to the beautiful Cuckmere Haven to have some fun in the water. Suitable for beginners.
Thursday 24th August from 10am to 6pm. Meeting point to be arranged. You will be travelling by public transport to get to Cuckmere Haven.
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Cost: Free
To register your interest and for more information, please contact Caroline: [email protected]
Archaeology Session by Archaediscovery
Archaediscovery is an organisation that brings playful archaeology experiences to curious adults and children.
Come along and join them for a hands-on archaeology walk and discover Discover Whitehawk Camp a 5,500-year-old causewayed enclosure, handle real and replica artefacts, have a go at some Stone Age crafts and get the chance to meet real archaeologists.
Monday 28th August from 10am - 1pm @ Whithawk Hill
Monday 28th August from 2pm - 5pm @ Whitehawk Hill
Ages: 7 - 16 years. Families with younger children are also welcome.
Cost: free
Please contact Felicity for more information and to book your space: [email protected]
HAF Summer Programme
Our friends at HAF (The Holiday Activities and Food) have also organised a summer programme providing free activities during the school holidays, for school-aged children in Reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals. See what's on and book all HAF activities here.
The Crew Club Activities
The Crew Club is an independent youth and community charity who are very proud to support children, young people and families living in and around the Whitehawk Estate.
This summer they have compiled a fantastic calendar of activities for local children to get involved in. Click here to see everything on offer. For more information please email [email protected].