The new logo
YOUNG people from Warrington have unveiled the logo for their new OnSide Youth Zone to supporters, as they celebrated obtaining the land on which it will be built.
More than 7,700 young people had their say on the design, which was developed by the Youth Zone’s Young People’s Development Group, supported by digital agency Carpe Diem.
The group, which is made up of Warrington Youth Club members, will make key decisions in the Youth Zone’s development. They designed two logos before engaging with young people across the town who took part in a voting process.
Due to open next year, Warrington Youth Zone will provide thousands of young people with somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to, and by doing so transform lives.
Warrington YZ chief executive Dave McNicholl said: “This is a historic moment for Warrington Youth Zone as we take possession of the land. I want to thank everyone who is supporting this development through making generous contributions towards our construction and running costs – you are turning a dream into a reality. It’s also fantastic to know that over 7,000 young people are already having their say on their Youth Zone.”
Located centrally, in the Stadium Quarter next to the University Technical College, the Youth Zone will become home to Warrington Youth Club (est. 1952) who currently operate their main club from smaller facilities on the outskirts of the town, four nights a week. The new state-of-the-art Youth Zone will open seven days a week offering more than 20 activities at every session.
For just 50p per visit, the Youth Zone, which is being developed by the national charity OnSide Youth Zones, will offer its members access to an indoor climbing wall, 3G kick pitch, a training kitchen, fully equipped gym, dance and drama studio, music room with recording studios and radio booth, a boxing gym, four court sports hall and much more.
Warrington Youth Zone Young People’s Development Group member Ben Lucas, 14, said: “I’ve really enjoyed being in the development group and my favourite part was working with the design agency. We have managed to consult with over 7,700 young people. Being part of the group has enabled me to make new friends and I really enjoy spending time with them but it will be unbelievable to have a skatepark as there’s not many around.”
Council leader Cllr Russ Bowden said: “Acquiring the land to start developing the new Youth Zone building is a major step in ensuring our young people have somewhere safe and exciting to spend their time.
To find out more about supporting Warrington Youth Zone, contact Lisa Hannah-Stewart at: [email protected].
