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Come in, hang out and have some fun! For anyone who isn’t sure what we are on about, Drop In is essentially our version of a youth club. Drop In runs every week and is a great way of meeting new friends and finding new passions… and it is totally free! Drop In is your space. Whether you want to chill and chat with your friends, play computer games or do something more active or creative, we aim to provide a space for you to just be you. Drop In takes place in our youth hall which has everything you need. There are comfy sofas, games, computers, pool, table tennis, air hockey, and sometimes you can even use our recording studio. Our team of youth workers are there to support you, whether you are in the mood for a quiet bit of nail painting or if you want help arranging a massive game of dodgeball! And if it hasn’t been your day, our team are also trained and equipped to talk you through any issues, questions, challenges or worries you might be facing.

We see a future in which young people are change makers, with clear confident voices that are heard above the noise. A future in which any young person from any background can grow and flourish to become their best selves. In that future they exercise both their rights and responsibilities and invest their lives in building strong communities. We walk together with young people as trusted partners who support, guide, inspire and empower them with that future in mind. We are the Mix.

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Drop In

Come in, hang out and have some fun!

When and where:
The Mix, Stowmarket
• Monday (1-3pm): Home Ed Drop In – Ages 9 to 15 (Check Instagram for dates)
• Monday (4–6pm): School Years 7 and 8 (Weekly)
• Tuesday (5–7pm): Ages 16–19 (Weekly)
• Wednesday (5-7pm): Ages 18 to 25 (Monthly on 4th Wednesday)
• Thursday (4–6pm): School Years 9, 10 and 11 (Weekly)The Mix Hut,

Needham Market
• Friday (4–6pm): School Years 7–11 (Monthly)

During school holidays, we run daytime sessions instead of evenings.

What are Drop In’s?
Our Drop Ins are a safe and welcoming space for young people to hang out, meet new friends, chat to our youth workers, and most importantly, have fun.

We offer a variety of activities, including table tennis, pool, video games, board games, arts and crafts, plus additional activities planned by our team (like football or Dodgeball).

For those needing a quieter environment, we also have a designated ‘quiet space’ available to use.

We have a dedicated team of youth workers, who are present and available to have a chat, help and support, or to signpost young people to other support, both internally and externally. Our youth workers also hold qualifications in Mental Health First Aid, Safeguarding, First Aid, C-Card, and more.

For Parents & Guardians
Young people are welcome to arrive and leave at any time during Drop In sessions. On their first visit, we will ask them for some basic details, so we have their name and emergency contact details.

They will then need to be signed up with the link on this page.

While at The Mix, we are responsible for their safety and behaviour. Our trained youth workers and volunteers hold qualifications in Mental Health First Aid, Safeguarding, First Aid, C-Card, and drug and alcohol awareness.

First-Time Visit?
If your young person feels unsure about attending Drop In for the first time, we can arrange a meet and greet outside of session hours for a quieter introduction.

For more information, contact Josh, Project Lead, or visit our front-of-house team.

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for updates:
@openaccessatthemix / @themixstowmarket

Key Contact

Name of Person

Josh
Open Access project lead

Josh@themixstowmarket.co.uk

DROP IN

DROP IN is essentially our version of a youth club. Drop In runs every week and is a great way of meeting new friends and finding new passions… and it is totally free!

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Drop In

Charity Number

1149539

Company Number

08010191