A safe, welcoming space for young people in Woodside
The Hangout@ is a free youth café based at The Park Lane Centre, created as part of the Youth Education, Employment and Aspirations Project under Woodside Working Together.
The café launched in 2025 with 40 young people attending over the summer of 2025, and continues to run due to strong engagement from young people and the local community.
When & Where
📍 Park Lane Centre, Woodside
🕔 Every Friday
⏰ 5.00pm – 7.00pm
👥 For young people aged 14+
What’s On Offer
The Hangout@ is a relaxed, supportive place where young people can spend time, meet others, and access opportunities.
Every session includes:
🥗 Free healthy food
🥤 Free milkshakes
🎮 A chilled space to hang out
💬 Supportive adults to talk to if needed
🎨 Activities and creative opportunities
Young people can take part as much or as little as they want.
What We’ve Achieved So Far
Since launching in 2025:
✅ now around 20 young people attend regularly
✅ 5 young volunteers have gained:
Work experience
Confidence and practical skills
Recognised qualifications
Stronger engagement with young people who may face barriers
The café continues to develop based on young people’s ideas and feedback.
Volunteering Opportunities (Aged 16+)
We actively encourage young people aged 16+ to become volunteers at The Hangout@.
Volunteering offers:
Valuable experience for CVs, college or job applications
Opportunities to gain qualifications
Training, support and mentoring
A chance to help shape the café and support others
This is a great first step into employment, training or community work. Pleas get in contact if you are interested in volunteering with us.
Keeping Young People Safe
The safety and wellbeing of young people is our priority.
All sessions are supervised by trained staff
Clear behaviour and safeguarding policies are in place
Parent / carer consent is required for regular attendance
Looking Ahead
The Hangout@ will continue to run alongside new community projects launching from April 2026, shaped by local voices and the Community Forum.