Youth Services

Calne Town Council is keen to work in partnership with organisations to ensure that young people in the town are provided with opportunities and facilities to develop and grow into responsible and engaging adults.

The Youth Drop In Centre

In 2001 the Town Council financed the opening of the Cool Kids Zone, a drop-in centre in Wood Street for young people aged 11 to 17 years old. The Town Council continues to provide financial support to this facility.

The centre provides a safe environment for young people to 'hang out'. Computer games, board games, internet access, television and mini-snooker are provided to entertain them.

The centre has proved extremely successful and is managed by the Calne Youth Trust.

The centre is staffed by volunteers. Calne Youth Trust is continually seeking suitable adult volunteers to help staff the centre. If you are able to spare a few hours each month to help to keep this important youth facility running. Please contact Councillor Mrs M Baggs on 01249 812128 for further information or to volunteer your services. All adult volunteers are subject to full CRB clearance.