Location

Market Place, Sleaford
NG34 7SD

Opening Times

Thursday 18th September: 3pm – 7pm
Friday 19th September: 3pm – 7pm
Saturday 20th September: 11am – 5pm
Sunday 21st September: 11am – 5pm

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

Plus, the first 25 young people to check in each day will receive a FREE waffle and ice cream tray from Waffle and Chill!

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

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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 i nvolved or do any of the activities. You be you.

FREE Treats!
Waffle & Chill - The first 25 young people to check in each day will receive a FREE waffle tray!
”Our waffle trays come with a delicious quarter waffle, your choice of ice cream, whipped cream, sauce, and a sweet treat of your choice - all served on one tempting tray. Vegan and gluten-free options are available too - just let your server know when you arrive so we can make the right arrangements for you."

This programme is weather-dependent and subject to change.

Meet our artists!

Amy Coney – Street Art & Spray Painting
Try your hand at spray painting with artist Amy Coney! Using bold stencils and vibrant colours, young people can create their own mini masterpiece and get a taste of street art in a safe, fun environment.

Hub – Arts Activities
Design posters, craft colourful bunting, and let your imagination take over as you help light up Sleaford’s RiverLight Festival. Come get hands-on, make your mark, and leave with something awesome you’ve created.

Hub – Street and Creative Dance
Explore the world of dance with our Street Dance and Creative workshops designed for beginners. In the Street Dance session, you'll learn Hip Hop grooves, foundational moves, and a short routine. The Creative Dance workshop focuses on using props and movement using the theme of circles, cycles and the summer solstice ahead of the Riverlight Festival. 

Connect with others, express yourself, and develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Noise Academy – DJing
Spin the decks, build your mix, and learn to DJ like a legend. These workshops are all about energy, creativity, and making your own sound.

Shug Studios – Live Music Showcase
Sleaford’s young talent takes the stage—bands, solo acts, and big sounds incoming! Come get inspired, nod your head, and feel the buzz of live music at The Zone.

Shug Studios – Live Music Jam
Seen the showcase and ready to jump in? This is your time to shine—bring your instrument, your voice, or your vibe and join the jam.

YMCA Lincolnshire – Parkour
Run, jump, flip—Parkour is here and it’s epic. With pro instructors and a safe set-up, you’ll build skills, confidence, and serious air time.

Teenage Market
The Teenage Market gives young people a free platform to showcase their creative talents, and we’re partnering up to showcase talent from Sleaford at The Zone. Teenage Market supports the next generation of market traders and brings an influx of energy, vibrancy and diversity to towns across the UK.

For Zest

PRODUCER
Beki Doig

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Toby Ealden

PARTICIPATION COORDINATOR
Adam Perkins

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Adam Pownall

PRODUCTION MANAGER
Coming soon…

INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION
StageLinc

BRAND & GRAPHIC DESIGN
Fabric.

YOUTH ARTS WORKERS
Tinashe Chipawe
Jo Knight

For AirClad

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Nick Crosbie

PROJECT MANAGER
Nick Halbert

DESIGNER
James Bristow

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Sam Clemance

GENERAL MANAGER
Kerry Campbell