Campaign Links
The Youth Service is open to all young people aged between 13 and 19 in South Tyneside.
Youth initiative centres
The CAVE (formerly Tyne Dock Youth Centre) specialises in music, dance and drama.
Simonside Youth Initiative Centre focuses on sport, climbing and outdoor educational activities.
Simonside Youth Initiative Centre
Young People's Parliament
Involving young people with decision-making in South Tyneside.
'Youth Matters' Achievement Awards
Recognising South Tyneside's young people for their achievements and positive actions.
'Youth Matters' Achievement Award 2007
'Youth Matters' Achievement Award 2006
Youth Opportunity Fund & Youth Capital Fund
An opportunity for young people across South Tyneside to apply for funds to improve their area.
Youth Opportunity Fund & Youth Capital Fund
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Helping young people to learn new skills, help others, experience adventure and develop a great sense of achievement.
Minibus and cottage hire
Minibus hire
In partnership with the Outdoor Education Service, we hire out two 17 seater minibuses to youth groups for use on weekday evenings, weekends and school holidays.
Cottage hire
We hire out two cottages at Akenshawburn in Kielder. The cottages can be used by youth groups for residential experiences and are available all year round.