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Local heroes needed!

Local heroes needed!

New year, new logo... and the Bank Youth Project is still going, after 25 years! It's quite an achievement, especially given the lack of funding for youth services. Rural areas in particular miss out. We think all young people need and benefit from access to social...

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Logo Design Competition Winner

Logo Design Competition Winner

Congratulations to Amber Sutton, winner of the Bank Youth Project's 25th Birthday Logo Design Competition. Amber won the prize of £100 in a competition judged by local artists Cat and Dave Beech, and representatives of BYP's Trustees, staff and members. Amber's...

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Photo Competition winners 2023

Photo Competition winners 2023

Congratulations to Ekko and Josh, winners of BYP's Photo Competition 2023. Two prizes were awarded in the competition - one for the 9-11 age group and one for age 12-19. Photos were on the theme of living in Ashburton, with winning images chosen by local professional...

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Halloween at BYP!

Halloween at BYP!

Trick or Treat? Come to BYPs Spooktacular Halloween Party on Tuesday, 31 October. There will be food, drinks, music and games with prizes for best costume! Early in the night from 6-7.30, we'll be welcoming younger members - age 9-11. Then from 7.30-9.00pm, it will be...

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Logo Design Competition for BYP’s 25th Anniversary

Logo Design Competition for BYP’s 25th Anniversary

Bank Youth Project is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and is inviting young people in the Ashburton area to design a new logo for BYP's anniversary year. A £100 Prize will go to the winner, as selected by a judging panel. You can enter if you:- are aged...

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Almost 25!  With hellos and one good-bye…

Almost 25! With hellos and one good-bye…

BYP is eagerly anticipating the celebration of its 25th Anniversary later this year. The journey began with the drafting of our constitution back in January 1998, and we opened our doors at the end of that year. Over the decades BYP has grown to be a vital and much...

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How is BYP doing?

How is BYP doing?

BYP is passionate about supporting and empowering young people in and around Ashburton. As part of that we commission an external review every few years to see if we could be doing anything better. We really value your view and hope you can take a couple of minutes to...

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Magic Little Grant Funds Clay Club

Magic Little Grant Funds Clay Club

BYP is delighted to have received £500 for a Saturday Clay Club through Localgiving’s Magic Little Grant Fund. The fund is supported by players of the Postcode Lottery. Throughout November, BYP has been able to open its doors on Saturday mornings for the new Clay...

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