From 11th January 2025 all Lowdown Services will be running from our newly extended and refurbished building on 3 Kingswell Street, Northampton NN1 1PP. There are no counselling sessions between 4th and 10th January.
Our Youth Groups, MindSpace Group, Young Adult Social, Youth Advisory Board and Out There Groups are open this week on their usual day and time – see Youth Activities, Wellbeing Support and LGBTQ Support pages for full information.
Our Wellbeing Café is open this week at The Innovation Centre on Monday 6th and Friday 10th January. From Monday 13th January onwards the service will be running from Kingswell Street.
If you have any questions, please call our admin office on 01604 634385 or email info@thelowdown.info
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The Lowdown Team.
Youth Groups
A safe space for you, everyone welcome.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
the lowdown will be closed from Saturday 17th Dec at 4pm and will reopen on Tuesday 3rd Jan 2023at 9am. Our counselling service will reopen on 4th Jan 2023.
During this time, our Espresso Yourself Cafe will be open on the following days:
Friday 16th December – open 4pm – 8pm
Monday 19th December – open 4pm – 8pm
Friday 23rd December – open 4pm – 8pm
Monday 26th December – CLOSED
Friday 30th December – open 4pm – 8pm
Normal Cafe times start from Monday 2nd January 2023.
Thank you for your understanding.
New Young Adult Social Group starts Thursday 13th April 2023
Our 19-25’s drop in service is ending on 3rd April 2023 and will be replaced with a Young Adults Social. This new social group aims to help you meet young people on a similar journey so you can support one another whilst enjoying fun activities.
For more information, please email: wellbeingservice@thelowdownnorthampton.co.uk
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Youth Groups
Our free Youth Groups work collaborativley with Free2Talk offering 4 sessions a week. They run every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for School Years 7-13.
Group times are as follows:
Tuesday – 4pm – 5:30pm and 5:30pm – 7pm
Thursday – 4pm – 5:30pm and 5:30pm – 7pm
These free groups are a place for young people to have fun and just be themselves. It’s an inclusive and safe space, a chance to meet new people and participate in fun activities; designed collaboratively with the young people that attend.
For more information please email youthgroups@thelowdownnorthampton.co.uk or call 01604 634385.
MindSpace
Come along to our free Mindspace Group for 11-18 year olds every Wednesday 4pm – 6pm.
The group provides a relaxed, friendly space where you can unwind, connect, and explore your wellbeing. Whether you’re into mindfulness, creativity, self-care, or just need a breather from the week, there’s something for you. Each session has activities designed to help you feel good, express yourself, and meet others in a safe, supportive environment.
This group is a great space for socially anxious or neurodiverse young people as it has a smaller group size and quiet atmosphere. No need to book—just drop in. Check out our weekly activity timetable to see what’s coming up!
Both groups are located in our Lowdown Lounge at The Lowdown on Kingswell Street, Northampton NN1 1PP. Please use the entrance in the car park to the side of the building. Full access information can be found below.
Young Adult Social Groups
If you are aged between 18-25 years old our Social Groups are here for you to help you meet new people and connect with others whilst enjoying fun activities. You can also gain support from our workers if needed. The space is for you, everyone is welcome.
Our groups are located around West Northamptonshire and at our building in Northampton Town Centre. See below for more details;
MONDAY – Tea & Talk 1pm-3pm
The Lowdown Lounge at The Lowdown, Kingswell Street, Northampton NN1 1PP
TUESDAY – Towcester Young Adult Social 6:30pm-8pm
The Barn, Bransons Lane, Towcester, NN12 6AX
WEDNESDAY – Moulton Young Adult Social 1pm-3pm
Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill Reedings, Northampton, NN3 7AX
THURSDAY – Northampton Young Adult Social 7pm-8:30pm
The Lowdown Lounge at The Lowdown, Kingswell
Street, Northampton NN1 1PP
No need to book—just drop in. For more information please email Bekah at rebekah.troop@thelowdownnorthampton.co.uk or call 07985 268 271.
Useful Information
Below is an information pack explaining how to access our Lowdown Lounge where the above groups are based. It also highlights what to expect when you are in the building including sensory items and guidance to help you feel comfortable if you are anxious or start to feel overwhelmed.
Looking for an LGBTQ+ Group?
We have our Out There LGBTQ+ Groups for any young person who identifies as LGBTQ+ or are questioning.
The groups provide a safe, confidential space to socialise, meet like-minded people, access support and participate in fun activities.
“We know it can feel like a big step to take, but we’re here for you!”
