More than 100 people turned out to support a Shropshire youth charity’s community weekend where three very different events were held for the public.

SYA - All About Youth hosted the events at its headquarters in Upton Lane, Shrewsbury, an afternoon tea to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness, a uniform drop-in and a darts knockout and barbecue.

Kerry Williams, area manager at SYA said the afternoon tea, organised by the charity’s youth forum, also provided the opportunity for youth forum members to meet funders and local people who may wish to support future fundraising events.

“The weekend was very well supported and we were absolutely delighted to throw open our doors and give visitors the chance to enjoy The Lodge - an area that provides a perfect space to host all kinds of events,” said Kerry.

“We had over 100 people attend The Lodge over the three days, which included a uniform drop-in with Little Stars. They provided the uniforms and visitors could choose items for their children or complete forms to request items.

“It’s a service that is proving to be a huge help for families at a time when school holidays are long and expensive and parents need to purchase uniforms ready for school starting back. It was an amazing event and we were glad to host it.

“The afternoon tea was a huge success with members of the youth forum baking cakes and running a raffle, raising £267.56 for Breast Cancer Awareness. It was great to see forum members revealing their amazing skills during this event which was really appreciated by visitors.

“Our darts event on the Sunday was also well supported and we were pleased to welcome Paul Rowley for that, a local darts and PDC player. Our thanks go to Shrewsbury Town Council for funding the darts equipment for the event.

“We are also grateful to Shrewsbury and District Darts League who have nominated SYA as one of their charities for the summer.

“Two members of the youth forum supported this event with a barbecue for the community. It is also important for us to thank the volunteers who supported our community weekend - without them these events would not be possible.”

SYA - All About Youth provides activities and youth clubs for thousands of young people across Shropshire every week, with qualified youth workers providing professional support and guidance.

In addition to continuing to support more than 120 voluntary youth clubs across Shropshire, next month SYA is starting a drop-in for SEND parents at The Lodge on Tuesdays between 1.30pm and 3pm. Then, there’s a drop-in for home-schooled young people on Tuesdays between 3.30pm-5pm.

Another new service beginning shortly is a drop-in for pupils starting their first year at secondary school. The goal here is to help support transition and build friendships as they start their new journey in education.

Anyone wanting further information on these drop-in sessions can call SYA HQ on 01743 730005 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.