At Devonport Park Activity Centre we, at Routeways, deliver a range of fun, challenging activities for families, children and young people with a range of abilities specialising in Autism, ADHD and/or mental health. We offer access to a natural environment in the heart of the City with a variety of activities including horticulture, outdoor education, creative play, music, cooking and personal development. The project is supported by a range of local partners.
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Where are we?
Devonport Park Activity Centre, Fore Street, Devonport, Plymouth PL1 4BU 01752 300700
How to find us
What We Currently Offer At Devonport Park Activity Centre:
Growing Together
For young people with a disability aged 14 - 25 offering vocational opportunities to learn and improve their skills in cooking, gardening, woodwork, computers, personal development and employability skills, social enterprise opportunities and other social activities.
When: Monday and Friday
Cost: Free for a full day and Free for half a day session (sessions are currently funded through the SEND Innovation)
Reserve your place click here or visit on https://bookwhen.com/routeways
14 - 25 Youth Group in Devonport Park Activity Centre
Youth Club
For young people with a disability from 14 - 25 offering trips out, social opportunities, on-site activities (movie nights, games night, disco, recycled fashion shows, pamper sessions)
When: Every Thursday (7pm - 9pm) - Devonport Park Activity Centre
Cost: Free per session (sessions are currently funded through the SEND Innovation)
Reserve your place click here or visit on https://bookwhen.com/routeways
Rooted Club
For young people with a disability aged 8 - 14 offering opportunities to get involved in cooking, gardening, crafts and other social activities.
When: Fortnightly on alternate Sundays from Janaury 2025 10am - 1pm
Cost: £10
Reserve your place click here or visit on the website http://bookwhen.com/routeways
Routes to Grow
The Routes to Grow project addresses the issues of loneliness and isolation. Our site is open on a Tuesday and Friday from 10am unitl 3pm. Gardening, creative activities and sociaising with others. Free refreshments available all day.
Who: Suitable for anyone
When: Tuesday and Friday between 10am and 3pm. No need to book just drop in.
Where: Devonport Park Activity Centre
Cost: Free
For further information please call 01752 300700
In Other Words groups
The In Other Words groups are mental health related supportive self-governing groups with fun activities and ongoing development opportunities. An opportunity to get together and socialise in an informal group with fun acitivites, arts, crafts, music, cooking, outdoor play and much more. The groups help build confidence, self-esteem and belief in a non-judgemental, confidential, safe and non-clinical environment.
Primary age group
Who: For children and young people aged 8 - 12years
When: Monday 4 - 6pm fortnightly - Please call for the next date
Where: Devonport Park Activity Centre
Cost: Free
Older group
Who: young people aged 13 - 18 years
When: Monday 4 - 6pm fortnightly - Please call for the next date
Where: Devonport Park Activity Centre
Cost: Free
For further information contact
Routeways 01752 300700
Volunteers
If you are 18 or over you could be a volunteer. Coming from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, our volunteers help with many jobs around the gardens and buildings. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided!
Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/RoutewaysCentre/
Twitter: @Rooted_plymouth
