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    Downshire Youth Centre

    Downshire Youth Centre

    Contact details

    Downshire Road
    Carrickfergus
    BT38 7DA
    United Kingdom

    christopher.redmond@eani.org.uk

    The centre leader is Christopher Redmond. 

    Getting here

    54.728067022452, -5.79086015

    Facilities

    • Social area
    • Kitchen
    • Sports hall
    • Outdoor pitch
    • Arts & crafts room
    • Separate seniors’ room
    • Coffee station for barista skills
    • Group work room

    Registration information

    Download the Parent Pack

    Download the Registration Form

    Downshire Youth Centre located within the school grounds of Carrickfergus Junior Academy offers children and young people aged 8 – 25, a wide range of activities and projects aimed at supporting emotional, personal and social development outside of the school setting. 

    All staff are fully trained in youth work practices to engage with children and young people, supporting their learning and providing educational opportunities which aim to develop confidence and resilience.

    Downshire Youth Centre is a safe environment where children and young people can express themselves and most importantly have fun with peers. 

    The centre has fantastic facilities including; social area, arts and crafts spaces, group work rooms and a large sports hall where lots of games and activities take place.  There is also a kitchen where cooking and baking activities can be enjoyed.