Free activities to keep busy this summer in Bury

Make the most of a wide range of free activities provided by Bury Youth Service across Bury over the Summer. 

Unless otherwise stated, you can simply turn up and join in. There’s everything from coached football sessions to first aid courses – choose something that suits you and it won’t cost you a penny.  

Sessions are subject to change so please check on the Bury Council website before you set out.  

For more information, please contact Youth Service at YouthService@bury.gov.uk

Bury Youth Service Youth Club 

Free Youth Club on Mondays and Fridays during the summer holidays (10–18years). 

Staffed by qualified youth workers – they’re here to provide fun activities, someone to talk to, and a safe comfortable space to hang out with mates. 

Snacks will be provided, just turn up! 

Monday 28th July 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 – 1pm 

Friday 1st August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1:30 

Monday 11th August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1pm 

Friday 15th August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1:30 

Monday 18th August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1pm 

Friday 22nd August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1:30 

Friday 29th August 

The Elizabethan Suite, Bury, BL9 0SW 

11:30 - 1:30 

First aid courses 

Free first aid courses for 12–18 yr olds.  

16+ year olds will gain a recognised first aid qualification. 

Places are limited – to book your place, email YouthService@bury.gov.uk and an email will be sent to confirm your place.     

Monday 28th July 

Emergency first Aid 14-18yr olds 

The Elizabethan Suite, BL9 0SW 

9:30 - 4:30 

Monday 4th August 

Basic First Aid  

11-13yr olds 

The Elizabethan Suite, BL9 0SW 

10am - 1pm  

Monday 4th August 

Basic First Aid  

11-13yr olds 

The Elizabethan Suite, BL9 0SW 

1:30 – 4:30 

Sport in the Park 

Come down to your local park where Bury Youth Service and Bury’s Live Well service will be offering free sport sessions for young people 10-18yrs. 

Look out for the big Youth Service pull up banner and come and say hi. 

Monday 28th July 

Bolton Rd Park, Radcliffe 

2pm – 4pm 

Wednesday 30th July 

Openshaw Park 

2pm – 4pm 

Friday 1st August 

Victoria Park (Whitefield)  

2pm – 4pm 

Monday 4th August 

Bolton Rd Park, Radcliffe 

2pm – 4pm 

Wednesday 6th August 

Openshaw Park 

2pm – 4pm 

Friday 8th August 

Victoria Park (Whitefield)  

2pm – 4pm 

Monday 11th August 

Bolton Rd Park, Radcliffe 

2pm – 4pm 

Friday 15th August 

Victoria Park (Whitefield)  

2pm – 4pm 

Monday 18th August 

Bolton Rd Park, Radcliffe 

2pm – 4pm 

Wednesday 20th August 

Openshaw Park 

2pm – 4pm 

Friday 22nd August 

Victoria Park (Whitefield)  

2pm – 4pm 

Wednesday 27th August 

Openshaw Park 

2pm – 4pm 

Friday 29th August 

Victoria Park (Whitefield)  

2pm – 4pm 

Football 

Free coached football sessions at Bury College pitches.  Open to young people 10 – 18yrs. Everyone welcome from absolute beginners to the next Lauren James – just bring water, suitable clothing and enthusiasm! 

Come to reception 5 minutes before the session to be directed. 

Wednesday 30th July 

Bury College Pitches 

1pm – 3pm 

Wednesday 6th August 

Bury College Pitches 

1pm – 3pm 

Wednesday 13th August 

Bury College Pitches 

1pm – 3pm 

Wednesday 20th August 

Bury College Pitches 

1pm – 3pm 

Wednesday 27th August 

Bury College Pitches 

1pm – 3pm