Celebrate 4 Years of YMCA Village
Join us for a fantastic family day out packed with adventure, creativity and fun for all ages.
From climbing and cycling to inflatables, baking, sport and family activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we celebrate four years of YMCA Village.
Saturday 18 July 2026 | 9am–3pm
£10 per child (ages 2–17)
Adults & Villager Members attend free
Everyone is welcome to celebrate FOUR years of YMCA Village with us!
Everyone is welcome to celebrate FOUR years of YMCA Village with us!
For four years, YMCA Village has been creating opportunities for children, young people and families across Newark and Sherwood.
Join us as we mark this milestone with a day packed full of activities, adventure, creativity and community spirit. From climbing and cycling to inflatables, baking, sport and family fun, there’s something for every age to enjoy.
Whether you’re already part of the YMCA family or visiting for the first time, the 4th Birthday Celebration is the perfect opportunity to explore the Village, discover new activities and spend quality time together.
£10 per child (ages 2–17)
✅ Adults & Villager Members attend free
Activities For All
Sports, adventure, creative workshops and family fun for children aged 2–17.
Explore The Village
Discover YMCA facilities, programmes and community activities across the site.
Food & Drink
BBQ food, café refreshments and an ice cream reward for completing the Village Trail.
A Day Packed with Adventure, Creativity and Family Fun
From climbing walls and inflatables to baking, cycling and creative workshops, the YMCA Village 4th Birthday Celebration is packed with activities for children and young people of all ages.
Whether you’re looking to try something new, get active as a family or simply enjoy a great day out together, you’ll find plenty to explore across the Village.
What to Expect
- Sports and adventure activities
- Creative workshops and family sessions
- Inflatables and outdoor fun
- Community activities and partner stands
- Village Trail with ice cream reward
- BBQ food and café refreshments
Great Value Family Fun
For just £10 per child, enjoy access to a huge range of activities throughout the day.
Adults and Villager Members attend free.
What to Expect
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Outdoor Climbing Wall (Ages 5–17)
Challenge yourself and see how high you can climb.

Football (Ages 5–17)
Join fun games, challenges and coached sessions.
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Biking with Raleigh UK (Ages 5–17)
Explore the Community Trail and build cycling confidence.

3D Animation (Ages 5–17)
Discover digital creativity and bring ideas to life.

Family Yoga (Families)
Relax, stretch and enjoy quality time together.

Engineering Challenges (Ages 5–17)
Build, create and solve exciting hands-on challenges.
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Gaga Dodgeball (Ages 5–17)
Fast-paced, high-energy fun for all abilities.
More Activities Included in Your Ticket
Alongside our featured activities, your ticket also includes access to a range of additional sports, creative, family and community activities throughout the day.
- Basketball – Ages 5–17
- Foot Golf – Ages 5–17
- Family Games Zone – All Ages
- Village Trail with Ice Cream Reward – Families
- Mark Making – Ages 2–4
- Boulder Tots Climbing – Ages 2–4
- Socca Tots – Ages 2–4
- Community Activities & Partner Stands – Families
Great Value Family Fun
For just £10 per child, enjoy access to 15+ activities across the Village, including sports, adventure, creative workshops, family activities, inflatables and much more.
Adults and Villager Members attend free.
Food & Drink
- Enjoy drinks, snacks and refreshments from the YMCA Village Café throughout the day.
- Tuck into a traditional BBQ on the Café terrace from 1pm–3pm.
- Bring a picnic and make the most of the Village’s outdoor spaces.
- Complete the Village Trail to earn a delicious ice cream reward from the Café!