Every young Londoner deserves the chance to experience the outdoors away from home. At our two outdoor learning centres, Woodrow High House and Leisure Centre and Hindleap Warren Outdoor Centre, we’re working towards this every day. Focused on adventure, teamwork and personal growth, we help young people connect with nature, build essential skills, discover hidden strengths and improve their mental health and wellbeing. Last year: 🌳 85% of the young people felt that being in nature as part of their visit made a positive difference to their wellbeing. 🌻 84% of young people said their mental health improved after visiting our centres, including feeling more connected to their peers. 🧭 With the Jack Petchey Foundation, we helped thousands of young Londoners enjoy life-changing outdoor residentials. Merveille and Evans from Coram's Fields, one of our members, share why a residential is an unforgettable experience for young people. What’s your takeaway from the residential at Woodrow or Hindleap? Never visited? Our members get a discounted price for a trip away from home. Find out more 👉 https://woodrowhighhouse.org/ & https://hindleapwarren.org/ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek (fb)

Yesterday, our Patron, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, visited one of our members and the world’s oldest youth club, St Andrew's Club in Westminster. This was the Duke’s second visit to St Andrew’s, following his 2022 trip for the club’s 156th anniversary. Returning during #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, he met new faces and reconnected with the dedicated youth centre team. During his visit, our Patron joined in on club activities, from mindful colouring and baking to PlayStation gaming and essential oil mixing, connecting with young people throughout. He also toured new spaces like the sensory room, designed for young people with additional needs, and met the club’s new dedicated mental health worker, a crucial role supported by Mind. It was an honour to showcase the work of our membership to our Patron and our valued supporters. His visit was a powerful reminder of the need and impact of safe and supportive spaces for young people. Find out more in our latest article: https://londonyouth.org/the-duke-of-edinburgh-returns-to-st-andrews-youth-club-as-part-of-patronage-with-charity-london-youth/ The Royal Family Woodrow High House and Leisure Centre Hindleap Warren Outdoor Centre 📸 Photos by Marc Sethi #youthwork #royalpatronage #royalfamily #dukeofedinburgh (fb)