Stone Parish Council
Exciting New Youth Services Launch at Stone Recreation Grounds
Youth Unity is proud to announce a new partnership with Stone Parish Council, bringing exciting new youth services to the heart of the community.
We are now delivering vibrant, free youth sessions every Monday and Wednesday from 3:15 PM to 5:30 PM at Stone Recreation Grounds.
What’s On Offer
Our programme offers a variety of engaging activities designed to promote physical wellbeing and teamwork. Young people can take part in:
Football
Table Tennis
Basketball
These sessions encourage young people to get active, develop skills, and enjoy positive social interaction in a safe and welcoming environment.
Beyond Sports: Mentoring and Support
What makes this programme unique is our commitment to holistic youth development. Our experienced youth workers will be on-site at every session to provide:
Positive guidance
Mentoring and emotional support
A trusted presence in the community
This initiative offers a valuable space for young people to grow, connect, and feel empowered in their everyday lives.
Join Us
We welcome all young people to come along, get involved, and discover something new. Whether it’s trying out a new sport, talking to a youth worker, or simply spending time with friends, there’s something for everyone.
We look forward to seeing you there and building something great together.
Crucial Crew
Workshops for Vaping
Crucial Crew 2025:
Helping Young People Make Safer Choices
In June 2025, Youth Unity was proud to support the Uttlesford Community Safety Partnership by delivering a series of engaging workshops on the dangers of vaping as part of the long-running Crucial Crew initiative.
Held at Bridge End Gardens in Saffron Walden, the four-day event welcomed approximately 750 Year 6 pupils from 26 primary schools across Uttlesford. Alongside partners such as Essex Police, Essex County Fire & Rescue Service, and local safeguarding teams, Youth Unity played a key role in equipping young people with the knowledge and confidence they need to make safer choices as they transition to secondary school.
The vaping awareness sessions explored the health risks, social pressures, and long-term consequences of vaping, encouraging pupils to think critically and responsibly. The event received overwhelmingly positive feedback from schools, and we were pleased to be part of such a collaborative effort to invest in early intervention and education.
Youth & Community Event at The Cage, Thamesmead
Community in Action: Youth Unity Brings Thamesmead Together at The Cage
On a sunny afternoon during half term, Youth Unity proudly hosted a dynamic community event at The Cage, Thamesmead, drawing over 80 young people from across the local area. The event, which took place in partnership with Peabody, was a celebration of youth, community spirit, and positive engagement.
The turnout was a testament to the deep connection we continue to build with young people in the area. Throughout the day, attendees took part in a variety of engaging activities, with an atmosphere that was both safe and uplifting. The event also served as a reminder of the importance of investing in safe, structured spaces for young people — particularly during school holidays.
We were honoured to welcome Councillor Larry Ferguson and Councillor Zainab Asumramu, who both spent time talking with young attendees, local residents, and our team. Their presence demonstrated a strong commitment to listening to the community and being actively involved in youth-focused solutions.
This event forms part of Youth Unity’s wider strategy to support prevention, intervention, and empowerment offering alternatives to negative influences while building trust and resilience. With the invaluable support of Peabody, we were able to provide not just activities, but real connection and opportunity in a space often marked by challenge.
As always, we are inspired by the energy, honesty, and potential of the young people we serve. The feedback from parents, residents, and partners was overwhelmingly positive, and we are already looking ahead to future events in Thamesmead and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make the day such a success. We remain committed to creating spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and valued.
