Connect – For Young People (12–18 Years)

Why Connecting Matters

Connecting with others isn’t just about chatting it’s about feeling seen, heard, and valued. Whether it’s spending time with friends, joining a group, or talking to someone you trust, strong relationships help you:

• Feel less alone and more supported
• Build confidence and social skills
• Manage stress and emotions
• Discover new ideas and perspectives
• Create a sense of belonging

Local Opportunities to Connect in North Wales

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National Youth Theatre of Wales (NYTW)
What it is: A programme offering training and performance opportunities for young people aged 16–22 across Wales.
Why it helps: Connects you with other creatives, builds confidence, and offers professional-level experience.
Try it: https://www.theatrclwyd.com/national-youth-theatre-of-wales-auditions-2025

Cwmni Frân Wen – Bangor (Gwynedd)

• A Welsh-language theatre company creating work with and for young people.
• Based at Nyth, a creative hub in Bangor dedicated to youth arts and wellbeing.
• Offers productions, workshops, and development programmes for young creatives.
  🔗 Visit Frân Wen

Theatr Ieuenctid Môn – Anglesey

• A youth theatre group offering performance opportunities for young people on the island.
• Often collaborates with local schools and cultural events.
• Associated with Urdd Gobaith Cymru and Galeri Caernarfon for performances.
  🔗 Learn more via Y Lolfa Directory

Galeri Caernarfon – Sbarc Drama Clubs (Gwynedd)

• Offers Sbarc Clwb Drama for primary and secondary school-aged children.
• Hosts youth-led performances, workshops, and summer programmes.
• A vibrant arts centre supporting young talent in North Wales.
  🔗 Visit Galeri Caernarfon

Wrexham – Bitesize Youth Theatre

• One of North Wales’ leading independent not-for-profit theatre schools.
• Offers drama, dance, and musical theatre classes with a strong safeguarding record.
• Based in Wrexham, with regular performances and summer schools.
  🔗 Visit Bitesize Youth Theatre

Conwy – Youth Engagement and Belonging Service

• Offers creative arts and project-based youth work.
• While not a dedicated theatre group, they support expressive activities and may collaborate with local arts providers.
  🔗 Visit Conwy Youth Service

All Areas – National Association of Youth Theatres (NAYT)

• Use their Find a Youth Theatre tool to locate groups by postcode.
• Great for discovering smaller or independent youth theatres in Denbighshire, Flintshire, and Gwynedd.
  🔗 Find a Youth Theatre – NAYT

Youth Cymru Projects

What it is: A Wales-wide organisation offering youth-led projects, training, and events.
Why it helps: Empowers young people to lead, connect, and grow through creative and community-based programmes.
Try it: https://youthcymru.org.uk/

CWVYS Youth Work Projects
What it is: A network of youth organisations across Wales, including North Wales-based partners like Vision Support and North Wales Society for the Blind.
Why it helps: Offers inclusive youth work opportunities, especially for those with additional needs.
Try it: https://www.cwvys.org.uk/our-work/youth-work-projects/

Young Farmers Clubs in North Wales

Wales YFC
What it is: A bilingual voluntary youth organisation supporting young people in rural Wales.
Why it helps: Offers social events, competitions, training, and leadership opportunities.
Try it: https://yfc.wales

National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC)
What it is: One of the UK’s largest rural youth organisations with over 23,000 members.
Why it helps: Offers competitions, travel, training, and a strong social network.
Try it: https://www.nfyfc.org.uk/

Growing for the Future – Bwyd o’r Tir
What it is: A programme for young people aged 16+ to explore fruit and veg production through farm visits and business learning.
Why it helps: Encourages sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and peer learning.
Try it: https://businessnewswales.com/young-welsh-farmers-invited-to-join-new-growing-for-the-future-programme

Youth Clubs by Local Authority in North Wales
Conwy – Youth Engagement and Belonging Service
What they offer: Youth clubs, wellbeing support, employability projects, Duke of Edinburgh Award, virtual clubs, and doorstep visits.
Visit: https://www.conwy.gov.uk/en/Resident/Education-and-Families/Conwy-Youth-Service.aspx

Denbighshire Youth Service
What they offer: Youth clubs in Rhyl, Ruthin, Denbigh, Prestatyn, and more. Social activities, support, and volunteering opportunities.
Visit: https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/youth-service/youth-service.aspx

Flintshire Youth Services
What they offer: 11 youth clubs including Deeside, Flint, Saltney, and more. Forest School, LGBTQ+ group, Youth Council.
Visit: https://www.flintshire.gov.uk/en/Resident/Flintshire-Youth-Services/Home.aspx

Gwynedd Youth Service
What they offer: Youth clubs and support services across Gwynedd. (Check Gwynedd Council’s Education or Youth pages for updates.)
Visit: https://www.gwynedd.llyw.cymru

Anglesey Youth Service
What they offer: 14 youth clubs across the island. Cookery, arts, LGBTQ+ clubs, Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Visit: https://www.anglesey.gov.wales/en/Residents/social-care-and-wellbeing/Children-and-families/Anglesey-Youth-Service.aspx

Wrexham – Play and Youth Support Team
What they offer: Youth clubs and community-based youth work for ages 11–25. Registration required for youth sessions.
Visit: https://www.wrexham.gov.uk/service/childrens-social-care/play-and-youth-support-team