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What Is Shake Shop?

Shake Shop is a weekly youth space designed to give young people a safe, welcoming place to belong, connect, and be themselves.

Launched in 2019 following visits to the local college in Launceston, Shake Shop was created in response to a clear need: somewhere young people could relax, feel supported, and enjoy positive activities in a secure environment.

Why Shake Shop Exists

Many young people lack safe, consistent spaces where they can spend time after school, build friendships, and talk honestly about life. Shake Shop exists to meet that need - offering a supportive setting where young people are known, valued, and encouraged.

What Happens at Shake Shop?

Each session is relaxed, fun, and intentional. Young people can:

  • Grab food and milkshakes

  • Play Xbox and table games

  • Get creative with crafts and activities

  • Spend time with friends in a safe environment

  • Join a short, age-appropriate discussion (around 5 minutes) on topics such as identity, friendships, respect, self-worth, and everyday challenges

Christian faith is shared in a gentle, accessible way, helping young people explore how faith can shape life and the choices they make.

A Safe and Supportive Space

Shake Shop is led by a team of trained youth leaders who supervise all activities and support every young person attending.

  • All leaders are DBS checked and trained

  • Sessions are well-staffed and carefully overseen

  • Parents and carers can be confident their children are in a safe environment

Session Details

  • When: Thursdays, 3:30–5:00pm

  • Where: Oriel Ministries, The Loft

  • Cost: £1 per session

  • Supervision: DBS-checked leaders on site

Parents or carers are asked to complete a consent form before a young person’s first visit. If cost is a barrier, support is available - no one is excluded due to finances.

New to Shake Shop?

If you are new and would like to register your child before their first visit, please use the link below.

REGISTER YOUR CHILD
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Marcus - aged 12

“I first started on the Pulse Bus in January when it was parked in the local Co-op carpark. It’s cool, like a youth club on wheels. I love the free hot chocolates! The youth workers on the bus really help me. When I’m feeling sad, they cheer me up, like when my cat was hit by a reckless driver. They help me fix my emotions and keep them under control.

I kept hearing my friends talk about Shake Shop so I came along in March to see what it was like. Wow! Shake Shop is amazing. I like the talks. They have helped me consider my decisions differently, so I don’t have to battle my problems. I also like being quiet sometimes so things like the art help with my anxiety.” 

Kiera - aged 11

“I knew about Shake Shop long before I came. I wanted to come so badly and since starting, I’ve only missed one session. I love it so much!

I love meeting new people; I love how the staff talk to me and how I can talk to them. I feel like I belong here and that I’m liked. I’ve introduced Shake Shop and the Pulse Bus to my friends at school.Since coming, I’m livelier, I feel I can be myself here. It’s cool how people open up an lot more round here. The talks are important because you can learn more about life, learn to be kinder and stuff like that.”