Youth and Young People

Ashington Town Council is delighted to confirm that it has approved funding of £4,300 towards the establishment of a junior parkrun in Ashington — a free, weekly, volunteer-led 2km run for children aged 4 to 14.

The decision, made unanimously by the Council’s Finance & General Services Committee, means the full £4,800 start-up cost is now in place, with the Council having already committed £500 earlier in the year. Councillors were united in their enthusiasm for the project, describing it as a lasting investment in the health and happiness of the town’s young people, following recommendation by the Council’s Youth Advosiry Committee.

Ashington’s much-loved Fair Day is being reimagined for 2026 as the Sound Futures Festival — a vibrant, youth-led celebration of music, creativity and community taking place at People’s Park on Saturday 22nd August, from 11am to 6pm.

Ashington Fair Day has been taken over — and it’s got a new name to prove it. Introducing Sound Futures Festival: Ashington’s summer event, reimagined by young people.

Ashington Town Council, in partnership with Ashington Leisure Centre (Places Leisure), is delighted to continue its free swim initiative this Easter Half Term

Engaging with students and sharing community opportunities

Ashington Town Council joined local organisations at Dukes Academy on 28th January for a community roadshow designed to help young people discover the services and opportunities available to them.

The event, organised by Carla Thompson from Northumberland County Council’s Locality Team and Danielle Towers from Dukes Academy, brought together organisations including the NCC Community Safety Team, YMCA, Rape Crisis, Newcastle United Foundation, Pride Action Northumberland, Bernicia, NCC Sports Development Team, Beyond Youth, Koast Radio, Health Trainers and more. 

Ashington Town Council is thrilled to announce the return of free swimming sessions this February Half Term

Ashington Town Council is pleased to share that work is now underway to create an exciting new play area at North Seaton Colliery, off Links View. The old play equipment is being removed to make way for the new development, which will transform the site into a modern, accessible, and engaging space for children and families.

Council-funded initiative returns for school holidays to promote health and activity

Ashington Town Council has expressed its strong support for Project Shield, a pioneering initiative working to tackle youth anti-social behaviour.

At a recent Council meeting, members heard an encouraging presentation from the Project Shield team led by Ian Stephenson, highlighting the significant impact the programme has made since its deployment in Ashington.