One generation lived it. Another will carry it forward.

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The Stories They Carried is a new intergenerational heritage programme bringing young people and older Caribbean residents together to share stories of migration, family, work and life in Wellingborough, before they're lost.

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Sessions: Saturday Sessions are now complete. 

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The programme culminates in a community celebration during Black History Month, bringing generations together to celebrate Wellingborough's Caribbean heritage.

 

On the 17th October, at Glamis Hall, Wellingborough, NN8 3RU, from 2pm to 5pm.

 

We are inviting community members to come along. We will be providing free plants for you to takeaway, in dedication to someone or in memory of a loved one who's helped you flourish. All are welcome, of any age.

 

There will be:

• Arts and Crafts activities

• Free Caribbean food/catering

• Free plant to takeaway

 

Enjoy a fun family afternoon as part of black history month.  Please join us. 

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Get in touch with us here if you would like more information - info@youthborough.com

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Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Turning ideas into next steps.

 

Young Enterprise is a 6-week drop-in enterprise, employability and personal development programme for young people aged 16–25, Wellingborough.

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Rather than a traditional course, young people can access relaxed, welcoming weekly sessions to explore enterprise, build confidence, develop practical skills and get guidance on what's next,  no business idea or career plan needed to get started.

 

Starts - 10th OCT 2026. Saturdays 12pm-2pm 

Location - The Well, 127 Nest Farm Crescent, Wellingborough, NN8 4UY

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Drop-ins are welcome. For anyone who would like more personalized support or want to book a 1 to 1 session, or just want further information email us at info@youthborough.com

 

Included:

• Enterprise & business exploration

• Confidence & communication building

• 1-1 mentoring & personalised support

• Employability skills

• Personal progression planning

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In Partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund - Awards for All and  Wellingborough Town Council

Changing perceptions. Building Confidence 

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A six-week creative programme for 14–17 year olds across Hemmingwell and Queensway.

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Delivered during peak anti-social-behaviour hours, Faces of Wellingborough combines creativity, mentoring and honest conversations about knife crime, identity and emotional triggers, helping young people build confidence and challenge the labels put on them.

 

The programme culminates in a public portrait campaign, designed and led by participants, pairing striking photography with the young people's own words about who they are and who they hope to become.

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Times and Locations TBC

 

Includes:

• Six weekly creative sessions (art, photography, theatre, music, spoken word, design)

• 1-1 mentoring

• Emotional regulation & confidence building

• Youth-led portrait & campaign design

• Safe transport (walking bus) for Queensway residents

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In partnership with the High Sheriff Award.