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Welcome to the Action4Youth Press Area

Find our latest stories and news here worth sharing!

If you have any further press or media enquiries please email marketing@action4youth.org or call 0300 003 2334.

We are happy to give informed comment on breaking news as well as providing interviews and case studies. Areas of particular informed comment: knife crime, gangs, outdoor education, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, youth employability, inspiring youth, and a voice of behalf of young people.

December 2025

£449k Lottery funding secures future of The Junction youth centre

Action4Youth has secured £449,732 from The National Lottery Community Fund to safeguard the future of The Junction, a vital High Wycombe youth centre supporting and inspiring local 11–18-year-olds.
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March 2024

Action4Youth's Trustees conquer The Wadi Rum 100km Trek, raising an impressive £50,295.

Action4Youth Trustees Graeme Shankland, Alastair Douglas, David Apperly and team, finished the Wadi Rum Trek in Jordan, spanning 100km through the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage site, covering 15-25km daily.
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Local Young People Can Experience The Benefits of The Great Outdoors This Easter Holiday

Young people aged between 8-16 years old can spend an unforgettable Easter break at Action4Youth Adventure Clubs! Join us at The Caldecotte Xperience for an action-packed holiday activity programme that promises to be fun, exciting, and filled with opportunities to make friends and learn new skills.
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February 2024

Action4Youth Trustee and Team to Embark on Wadi Rum Adventure to Raise Funds for Vital Facility Upgrades

Action4Youth Trustee, Graeme Shankland, has rounded up a close-knit team, set to embark on an adventure in the form of The Wadi Rum 100km Trek in Jordan. From February 24th to March 2nd, the team will tackle the challenging 100km route, specially devised by Tribal Tracks.
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Take on 2024 by becoming part of Team #A4Y and take part in this year’s Milton Keynes Marathon.

Do you want to make a difference and start something new in 2024? As a charity partner of the event, Action4Youth is offering a limited number of free spaces for participants who commit to fundraising, providing a unique opportunity for runners to contribute to a charitable cause while challenging themselves physically and mentally.
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Tesco's Charitable Initiative Fuels Youth Empowerment in Buckinghamshire

Leading supermarket Tesco has generously donated funding for Action4Youth mentoring programmes for young people in Amersham, Buckingham, Gerrards Cross, and Princes Risborough. The funding is a part of Tesco's ongoing commitment to support local communities and give young people more access to vital support.
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January 2024

Local Milton Keynes Companies Support Young People at Annual Awards

Last week The Big Challenge Lunch held by charity Action4Youth, was a shining example of the local business community coming together with the voluntary sector and local schools to celebrate the region’s young people.
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Action4Youth is Careys Charity of The Year 2024

Action4Youth is excited to announce its latest corporate partnership with leading Milton Keynes-based construction company, Careys, whose vision is to be the most trusted and socially responsible construction company that people are proud to work with.
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Local Charity Action4Youth Earns Coveted Finalist Spot in the #MKBAA2024 Awards for Charity of the Year

Local Charity, Action4Youth, has made it to the final stage of the prestigious #MKBAA2024 Awards sponsored by MK Community Foundation, in the Charity of the Year category.
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Bucks and Milton Keynes Schools Go Head-to-Head at The Big Challenge Lunch

Today saw Bucks and Milton Keynes Schools go head-to-head at the much-anticipated Big Challenge Lunch held by Action4Youth. The day was a blend of healthy competition, enthusiasm, and community spirit as four Milton Keynes and four Buckinghamshire Schools competed in eight challenges with the goal of a £1000 prize for the winning school.
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Cricketer James Hildreth to Appear at Action4Youth’s Event Celebrating Young People from Bucks and Milton Keynes

Former English professional cricketer, James Hildreth, who played for Somerset County Cricket Club, will be attending the Big Challenge Lunch held by charity Action4Youth on Wednesday 24 January, to celebrate young people from schools in Milton Keynes and Bucks.
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Idris Elba Takes A Stand And Urges More Funding For Youth Services

This week well-known actor, Idris Elba called for an immediate ban on machetes and ‘zombie’ knives plus more funding for youth services as part of a campaign to tackle youth knife violence.
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The National Lottery Supports Young People in High Wycombe with Cost-of-Living Fund

The National Lottery has awarded a Community Cost of Living grant of £75k to support Action4Youth’s High Wycombe Youth Centre, The Junction. Funding from the Lottery Cost of Living Fund will support vital work at The Junction during a time when many young people cannot afford or gain access to necessary support or recreational activities.
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December 2023

Stoke Park Is Ensuring Young People in High Wycombe Receive a Christmas Present This Year

Stoke Park is spreading the Christmas spirit and gifts to High Wycombe's young people at Action4Youth's youth centre The Junction.
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Celebrating Young People from Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire: The Big Challenge Lunch 2024

Action4Youth is thrilled to announce the launch of the all-new "Big Challenge Lunch 2024." This celebration will recognise and honour over 80 incredible young people from Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire, acknowledging their leadership, commitment, skills, and significant social contributions.
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November 2023

The Junction Supports Young People Amid Rising Isolation and Cost-of-Living Crisis

In the wake of the pandemic and the subsequent cost-of-living crisis, young people are facing increased isolation and reduced access to social activities outside the home and not on a screen. many families have faced tough decisions about reducing extracurricular activities.
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NHBC Senior Leadership Team Volunteer at The Caldecotte Experience - The Benefits of Charity Partnerships

Action4Youth’s charity partner, NHBC, the UK's leading provider of warranty and insurance for new homes, volunteered at The Caldecotte Xperience demonstrating the enormous benefits of corporate partnerships and giving back to your local area. NHBC is committed to social responsibility and community engagement.
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NHBC Embarks on Xtreme Challenge To Support Young People In Milton Keynes And Buckinghamshire

Local companies, including Milton Keynes-based NHBC are proudly taking part in charity Action4Youth’s latest event - the Xtreme challenge. Taking place on 16th April 2024, the Caldecotte Xtreme Challenge promises fun and something a little different for corporate teams.
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Local Stabbing Tragedy Sparks Urgent Call to Support Vulnerable Young People

In the wake of a tragic incident last week involving a young person being attacked with a weapon, and a 15- and 16-year-old being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, it has never been more important to the critical issue of youth violence.
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John Lewis Sponsors The Junction's Annual Christmas Party, Spreading Holiday Cheer to High Wycombe's Young People

The John Lewis store in High Wycombe is generously sponsoring Action4Youth’s youth centre, The Junctions’, Christmas Party this year. The Junction welcomes over 300 young people, aged 11-18, every month offering a range of sessions and activities all in one place at the top of the High Wycombe Library.
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Milton Keynes Based The Caldecotte Xperience Helping Support Young Refugees

The Buckinghamshire Council’s Asylum and Migration team organised a visit to The Caldecotte Xperience for around 20 young refugees aged 11-18 who have all escaped war in Ukraine and Afghanistan.
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October 2023

Mazars Working with Action4Youth to Transform Local Space

Mazars UK is supporting young people and children in Milton Keynes by volunteering at The Caldecotte Xperience
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September 2023

Unlocking Potential

The Benefits of Outdoor Education
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August 2023

Volunteers From Ringway Support A4Y

Getting Ready for the NCS Summer Programme
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NHBC Volunteers Support A4Y

Getting Ready for the NCS Summer Programme
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July 2023

The Caldecotte Xtreme 2023 Press Release

Xtremely good fun, for an Xtremely good cause!
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Breakout Programme 2023 Press Release

Increased Knife Crime but Charity Action4Youth is Making a Difference
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Carey's Pathway Building at The Caldecotte Xperience Press Release

Carey's Helping To Support Young People
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Architect Mark Doohan Press Release

Transforming Outdoor Adventure - An Architect's Vision
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Local Company Red Helix Supports Young People Supporting Local Charity

Aylesbury-based market leader in network performance and cyber security, Red Helix is committed to supporting local charities and young people in their local area.
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