A community event with a serious undertone is set to mark the revamp of Shaw Park in Hull's Orchard Park Estate.
This Friday (September 20), locals and youngsters aged between 11 and 18 are invited to partake in a variety of activities, interactive programmes, sports, stalls and more.
The event, organised by Hull City Council and Humberside Police, aims to address risks faced by young people while promoting local opportunities and support.
The celebration forms part of the Clear-Hold-Build project, which operates under the community-owned HOPE brand on the estate. The initiative aims to curb organised crime in Orchard Park through effective problem-solving partnerships, increased community engagement and targeted activity to tackle this type of crime.
Attendees can expect live and VR demonstrations from emergency services, including a dangerous driving scenario and the jaws of life; fitness tests and tug-of-war run by Forces recruitment services; sports and activities from Hull FC, Hull Kingston Rovers and Tigers Trust; first aid skills; lifestyle advice including drink and drugs; recruitment, including apprenticeships, cadets and careers advice; plus stalls, activities and much more.
Cllr Linda Tock, Portfolio Holder for Children, Young People, Families and Learning, said: “There is a wealth of activities for young people to enjoy at this event, which also marks the refurbishment of the park being completed. People can expect sports and activities to get involved with, exciting demonstrations and chances to learn new skills, as well as career advice and options.
“The event follows a huge amount of positive work within Orchard Park. It celebrates where we are now, while also helping pave the way for a bright future for young people. They can find out about career paths, as well as life-skills and support to stop them getting drawn into criminal and anti-social behaviour.
“Support, care and opportunities play a huge part in preventing crime and keeping everyone in our communities safe. This event really reflects that”.
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Community Policing Inspector Jamie Campbell said: “In the last twelve month, the estate has flourished which without the local community members, the help of all the local businesses, and Hull City Council would have never been possible.
“As well as disrupting criminality, we have spent a lot of time engaging with the community to understand what they need from us, but also what resources we have available on our doorstep and how this could help to divert young people away from crime.
“It’s the people in the community that I’d like to thank, as what they are doing, is helping steer children away from crime whilst helping Orchard Park continue to prosper.”
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The event takes place at Shaw Park, Hall Road, Orchard Park, Friday September 20, 3pm – 7pm.
On offer will be:
- Sports and physical activities from Hull FC, Hull Kingston Rovers and Tigers Trust
- Forces Recruitment – fitness tests and tug-of-war
- Impact of dangerous driving, using virtual headsets from Safer Roads Humber
- Secondary Fires / Road Traffic Accidents – Fire Engine and crew on site, demonstration of Jaws of Life
- Outkast Panda – Car mechanics and Tyre challenge
- First Aid Skills – ‘Save a Life September’ First Aid programme delivered by St Johns Ambulance
- Apprenticeships, careers advice, and cadet opportunities
- Lifestyle advice – Young Peoples ReFresh Drug and Alcohol Service
- ASB Risky Behaviour (stolen bikes / driving at speed) – Humberside Police. Op Yellow Fin Motor Bike Team
- Positive community activities, including HOPE Allotments and Postcode Gardeners
- Healthy Lifestyles – various sport and physical activities
- Stalls – from a wide rang of organisations and partners, providing information, support and advice.
