Community Development Clubs
The Community Development team runs a wide range of clubs, helping people to engage and learn together. We are delighted that we will be able to provide services once again across the Borough.
- Play Clubs (Primary School Age)
- Additional Needs (Hamilton Hub Disco)
- Older People
Please note that places are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Proof of the child's date of birth and address will need to be presented to staff on the day of registration at each location. All Council run clubs are free and activities include arts and crafts, board games, team games, etc.
For more information, please contact 0300 013 3333 using extension 40344 or email stuart.boyd@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
Registration information 2026
Clubs will open for the new term from Tuesday 15 September 2026.
Registration will open from Monday 7 September to Friday 18 September 2026: please complete the online registration form at: Play Club Registration Form 2026/27 - Ards and North Down Borough Council - Citizen Space
A waiting list will be held in the case of a club being oversubscribed.
| PLAY CLUBS - from September 2026 | |||
| Club activities include arts & crafts, board games, team games, sports activities, and free play with a range of equipment. Council clubs are free, and places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, and will be limited. | |||
| DAY | LOCATION | TIME | AGE |
| Monday | Alderman George Green Community Centre, 1 Rathgill Road, BT19 7TZ | 5.30pm - 7.30 pm | P1-P7 |
| Tuesday | Redburn Play Club Redburn Community Centre 1A Ardnagreena Gardens, Holywood, BT18 9PD | 3.30pm - 5.30pm | P1-P7 |
| Wednesday | Kilcooley Play Club Kilcooley Community Centre 10 Owens Drive, Kilcooley, Bangor, BT19 | 6pm - 8pm | P1-P7 |
| Thursday | Green Road Play Club Green Road Community Centre 30 Breezemount Grove, Conlig, BT23 7TX | 5.30pm - 7.30pm | P1-P7 |
| Friday | Skipperstone Play Club 99 Skipperstone Road, Bangor BT20 4EU | 6pm - 8pm | P1-P7 |
| ADDITIONAL NEEDS CLUB | |||
| DAY | LOCATION | TIME | AGE |
| Monday* *Starting 21st September. 2026 | The Hub - Additional Needs Disco Hamilton Road, Bangor, BT20 4LF | 6.45pm - 8.45pm | Adults only 18+ |
| Thursday* *Starting 24 September 2026 | Queens Hall, West St, Newtownards, | 6.30pm - 8.30pm | Adults only 18+ |
| OLDER PEOPLE CLUB | |||
| DATE | LOCATION | TIME | AGE |
| Monday | Redburn Community Centre, 1A Ardgnagreena Gardens, Holywood, BT18 9PD | 1pm to 4pm | 50+ |
| Tuesday | Manor Court CC, Mill St, Newtownards - New for 2026, see details below | 1pm to 3pm | 50+ |
New for 2026 - Manor Court Over 50s Club
Come along, meet new people and help shape your club!
Free membership • Open to eveveryone aged 50+
Run by Ards and North Down Borough Council, the club is a friendly place to enjoy a cuppa and a chat, try activities and suggest what you would like us to offer. The programme is shaped around members' interests, needs and available resources.
What can I expect?
- Jigsaws, crafts, bingo and quizzes
- New Age Kurling, soft archery and Tai Chi
- Useful talks, local information and signposting
- Ideas for outings, hobbies and community activities
Every Tuesday from 12.30pm
12.30pm - Refreshments and chat
1.00pm - Weekly activity
2.00pm - Relax and help plan future sessions
Joining is easy
Membership is currently free and open to everyone aged 50 or over. If you need support from a carer, please bring your own carer. The club does not provide personal care, financial advice or financial assistance.
2026 Programme
Date | Activity |
6 October | Tea, buns and ideas session |
13 October | Tea and a jigsaw |
20 October | Halloween craft and recycling chat |
27 October | Closed for Halloween break |
3 November | Coffee and a Cop |
10 November | Good Relations Bingo |
17 November | New Age Kurling |
24 November | Soft archery |
1 December | Tai Chi |
8 December | Christmas Quiz |
15 December | Christmas party and mince pie |
