Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am. SAFA stands for Self-harm Awareness For All. SAFA is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of individuals in Cumbria who self harm and to those who support them. They offer a family drop-in each week on a Wednesday at their centre in Barrow. It provides a space for those affected […]

Here is an opportunity for small community groups to apply for funding from the Eric Wright Small Grants Fund. Does your group have an income of less than £30,000 per year? Are you based in Barrow or the South Lakes area? Does your work support young people, older people and or work to address health […]

Last Thursday of every month, 11:00am-12:00pm. Thursday 24th of April - Introduction to Keeping Boundaries Thursday 29th of May - Understanding Anxiety Thursday 26th of June - Understanding Self-harm Thursday 31st of July - Understanding Suicidal Thoughts Thursday 28th of August - Understanding Depression A series of virtual workshops on Zoom. Meet online with a […]

Fridays 10:00am-2:00pm. Travel Actively Barrow has a team of volunteers trained and ready to carry out basic fixes on bikes. They are operating from their new venue at Barrow Park Pavilion, which you can find to the right of the cafe in Barrow Park. They offer FREE basic bike fixes or, for more extensive repairs, […]

Thursdays 12:00-2:00pm. You are warmly invited to pop along and see the Social Prescribers. They are on hand to help with things that your GP and medicine alone can't fix. The idea behind social prescribing is to help you to have more control over your own health, and find ways to help you improve how […]

Thursdays 4:00-4:30pm. For young women aged 11-19 years. If you are interested in the Pause for Thought full sessions at 4:30pm then please drop in to this earlier session to find out more or to join the group. To find out more, call 01229 311102 or email reception@womenscommunitymatters.org.

Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm. For young women aged 11-19 years. You can pop along at 4:00pm for a drop-in to find out more or please get in touch as booking is required for the full session - call 01229 311102 or email reception@womenscommunitymatters.org.

Wednesdays 3:30-5:00pm. Drop in to Library Time at Walney Library after school to make new friends, relax or do some reading or homework.

Wednesday 4:00-5:30pm. A safe and friendly space for LGBTQ+ young people and friends to meet, take part in social action projects, activities and get ready for Furness Pride! Meet at Lakeland House on Wednesdays. Check the times with Drop Zone during holiday periods. (Two clubs run for different age groups: Under 16s - ages 11-16 […]

Wednesdays 5:00-7:00pm. The peer support group is a safe space for young people aged 11-17 years old to connect with peers and youth workers. Come along to feel a part of things and build up your skills to deal with life's complications, increasing confidence and developing emotional resilience.

Thursdays 5:00 - 6:00pm. Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, as part of the Stepping Stones Project, and supported by Active Cumbria and seed funding from British Dodgeball, Dodgeball for boys and girls, with a view to starting Barrow’s own Dodgeball Club in the future. Ages - 8-16 Years. £1 pay and play.  

Tuesdays 4:30-6:30pm. For young men aged 11-19 years. Please get in touch as booking is required - call 01229 311102 or email reception@womenscommunitymatters.org.

Wednesdays 5:00-7:00pm (term time). For ages 11-17 years. Offering arts and crafts, sports, activity days and residentials. During school holidays youth group may not run though we do offer summer activities during the summer holidays.

Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm. For year 11 – 19 year olds, aspiring rugby players or talented games players. Coached by Advantage! staff and funded by the RFL.

5:30 - 6:30pm. Funded by Boost Charitable Trust, weekly rugby for boys, to build confidence and skill development in rugby league. Ages - 5-14 Years Old. Free entry.

Tuesday 7:00-9:00pm. Dalton Senior Youth Club runs on a Tuesday evening at Dalton Community Centre and is for ages 13 to 18 years. Come along for fun and informative sessions! Please check when sessions will run during the holidays.

Mondays 5:00 - 7.00pm and Wednesdays 5.30 - 7.00pm. Barrow AFC Community Foundation run free, mixed football sessions at Furness College Sports Hall, delivered by their FA‑qualified coaching team. These sessions are designed to support young players with extra development time in a fun, positive and supportive environment: Session times for ages 8-10 are: Mondays: […]

Wednesday 5:30-7:00pm. A safe and friendly space for LGBTQ+ young people and friends to meet, take part in social action projects, activities and get ready for Furness Pride! Meet at Lakeland House on Wednesdays. Check the times with Drop Zone during holiday periods. (Two clubs run for different age groups: Under 16s - ages 11-16 […]