Hailsham Youth Service

HYS DELIVERS ACTION-PACKED SUMMER OF ACTIVITIES (22/09/25)

Hailsham Youth Service recently concluded its action-packed summer activity programme, bringing a summer of fun, creativity, and adventure to young people across the town throughout August.

Organised by the Town Council's youth service team, the summer schedule offered a dynamic mix of indoor and outdoor events designed to keep young people active, engaged, and inspired during the school holidays.

A major highlight was Summer Breakout '25, a four-day event tailored for young people in school years 6 to 11. Held on 11, 12, 14, and 15 August, the programme featured

Social Action Projects – giving participants the chance to make a positive impact in their community
Street Art Workshop – exploring street art with hands-on spray can techniques
High Ropes Course – conquering treetop challenges to boost confidence
Sports and Games – trying new sports and enjoying team games with friends

Throughout the summer, regular weekly sessions also ran, including Monday Youth Hub, Hellingly Youth Hub, On Track Hailsham and Network @The Underground.

“Every year, we see incredible enthusiasm from young people for our summer activities,” said Youth Service Manager, Andy Joyes. “This summer, we offered something for everyone – fun, challenging and creative experiences that brought people together.”

“Our aim was to provide opportunities that not only entertained but also empowered young people, helping them build confidence, develop new skills and connect with others in a positive and supportive environment. Whether it was through teamwork on a project, pushing themselves on a high ropes course or simply enjoying a pizza night with friends, we wanted every young person who joined us to walk away with great memories and a stronger sense of community.