Upgrade Yourself x Grand Junction Half Term Programme

Join us this October for 3-days of creativity in collaboration with Upgrade Yourself from Somerset House! 

Working with, film-maker Parwana Haydar you’ll play, explore and experiment with film-making and visual story-telling. Whether you want to make your own films, love storytelling, or just want space to explore your creativity – this programme is for you. For ages 16-25 years

Monday 26th, Tuesday 27th and Weds 28th October, 10.30 – 15.30

SUPPORT US AT GRAND JUNCTION

All our classes and workshops are free or low-cost. With your support, we can keep these much-needed activities running at Grand Junction for everyone to enjoy.

Eco Minds: An introduction to Architecture for young people

An 8 week creative and practical programme delivered by professional architects from Architecture for Kids CIC and youth facilitators.

EcoMinds is an exciting retrofit design challenge where young people aged 12–16 work with architects and other professionals to reimagine St Mary Magdalene’s at Grand Junction for a greener, healthier future. Through hands‑on workshops, site visits, and creative activities, participants explore real sustainability solutions and build practical design and environmental skills. The project also offers the opportunity to become an EcoMinds Youth Ambassador—a small leadership group that continues beyond the workshops, sharing ideas, supporting community events, and helping shape local climate action.

EcoMinds is a collaborative initiative between Antonio Capelao, Founder of Architecture for Kids CIC, Gonçalo Baptista, Director of Pinzauer, and Grand Junction, funded by the Westminster Climate Fund at City of Westminster.

Wednesdays, 22 April – 17 June 2026, 16:00 – 18:00

For young people aged 12-16, no experience necessary.

Kindly note that this is not a drop in project, please sign up to the eight weeks via the button below.

Photos provided by Architecture for Kids CIC

SUPPORT US AT GRAND JUNCTION

All our classes and workshops are free or low-cost. With your support, we can keep these much-needed activities running at Grand Junction for everyone to enjoy.

Youth Club

An after-school drop in for juniors aged 8 – 13, running from 4 – 6.30pm

Join us for a relaxed drop-in session that offers a space for your child to relax, play games, do art and craft activities, and enjoy a healthy meal.

SUPPORT US AT GRAND JUNCTION

All our classes and workshops are free or low-cost. With your support, we can keep these much-needed activities running at Grand Junction for everyone to enjoy.

Creative Masterclass Week

Join us for a brilliant five days of creative masterclasses at Grand Junction. Each day, you will take part in a different art form.

Mon 27 July – Fri 31 July 2026

10.30am – 3.30pm (Lunch included every day)

For young people aged 12-19

Limited places available. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email our Young People and Families Manager, Joanne – Joanne@grandjunction.org.uk

 

This programme is presented by Grand Junction, Dream Arts and City Lions, generously funded by the John Lyons Charity.

Timetable:

Monday – Street Dance and West African Drumming

Tuesday – Drama, acting and directing

Wednesday – Filming and editing

Thursday – Screen printing and fashion

Friday – Excursion (more details to follow)

Programme Details

Date: Monday 27 July to Friday 31 July

Start Time: 10:30

End Time: 15:30

Venue: This programme will take place at Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Rowington Close, London, W2 5TF.