Chill, create, be you.

Location

Mansfield Market Place
NG18 1HX

Opening Times

Wednesday 21st May: 15:00 - 19:00
Thursday 22nd May: 15:00 - 19:00
Friday 23rd May: 15:00 - 19:00
Saturday 24th May: CLOSED
Sunday 25th May: 11:00-17:00

Tuesday 27th May: 12:00-17:00
Wednesday 28th May: 12:00-17:00
Thursday 29th May: 12:00-17:00
Friday 30th May: 12:00-17:00
Saturday 31st May: 12:00-18:00

Age 11-18? Then drop in for FREE within these times to chill or join our activities!

Plus FREE pizza and a drink for the first 50 young people to check-in each day!

Get In The Zone

Anyone aged 11-18 can come and chill in The Zone—but if you want to join in our FREE activities, we’ll need a Parent or Carer to submit a Registration Form first!

Either send your young person along to The Zone, and we can send you the forms when they arrive, or click this button and do them right now!

Once you submit the form, your young person will be added to our system so they can check into The Zone for FREE whenever we're open! No need to book, just turn up!

The Zone is a drop-in facility for young people who already access public spaces, like parks or high streets, independently and without supervision. We aim to provide a positive place for them to go when they are out and about. While our activities are supervised, The Zone will be set up in open public spaces, meaning participants can come and go as they choose.

The Zone staff are DBS checked and trained in Safeguarding and First Aid. This project is delivered by Zest - a Registered Charity and National Portfolio Organisation with Arts Council England. You can find out more about us here.

What's Happening

Use the toggles below to see what’s happening at The Zone!

Anyone aged 11-18 can come and just chill in The Zone, but a Registration Form must be completed before joining any organised activities. You can do the Registration now or we can send them to Parents and Carers when your young person arrives. There’s no need to book - just turn up!

The Zone is your place to chill with your friends, create alongside artists, and be yourself—all for FREE! You can expect a welcoming vibe with no pressure to get involved or do any of the activities. You be you.

This programme is weather-dependent and subject to change.

Meet Our Artists!

Get ready for a line-up of local artists bringing creativity, energy, and something totally different to The Zone. Whether you're into drama, dance, music or poetry, there's something here with your name on it. 

Cherry Walters – Drama/Theatre
Get silly, build confidence, and create your own scenes in this high-energy drama workshop. Expect fast-paced games, big laughs, and total freedom to be yourself.

Funky Studios – Musical Theatre
Sing it, act it, move it—explore musical theatre like never before. No pressure, just good vibes and a chance to perform your heart out.

Jack Burrows – Poetry/Youth Voice
Not sure where to start with writing? Let’s talk, connect, and turn your thoughts into powerful poetry that speaks from the heart.

Jay Sandhu – Performance Poetry
Bring your words to life with rhythm, movement and your own unique style. We’ll write, perform, and vibe off each other to make something bold and brilliant.

Mproduction Time 2 Show – Carnival Dance
Feel the rhythm and bring the carnival to life with bold moves and feel-good vibes. These dance workshops are all about joy, expression and celebrating togetherness.

Noise Academy – DJing
Drop the beat and learn to mix like a pro in these hands-on DJ workshops. Whether you’re brand new or already vibing, this is your chance to get loud and take the spotlight.

Portland Charity – Games
Bracelets, badminton, boccia—this is your space to play, chill and try something new. Whether you're feeling competitive or just want to hang out, there's loads to get stuck into.

Sound Board – Zest’s NEW Touring Show 2025
It starts with a conversation. Where it ends? That’s up to you. Part chat show, part game, part live performance – Sound Board is a show shaped by you in real time. Put on your headphones, listen in, and see where it takes you.

For Zest

PARTICIPATION COORDINATOR
Adam Perkins

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Adam Pownall

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Toby Ealden

PRODUCER
Beki Doig

PRODUCTION MANAGER
Lindley Productions

INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION
StageLinc

BRAND & GRAPHIC DESIGN
Fabric.

YOUTH ARTS WORKERS
Tinashe Chipawe
Eve Herrick
Jo Knight
Dan Salmon

For AirClad

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Nick Crosbie

PROJECT MANAGER
Nick Halbert

DESIGNER
James Bristow

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Sam Clemance

GENERAL MANAGER
Kerry Campbell