Jan - March 2026 

The Lounge

A New Youth Space in Southmere

Register for Free

Welcome to The Lounge

A new pop-up youth space in Southmere, Thamesmead — created by young people, for young people aged 14–25 from Thamesmead.

This is your place to chill, connect and try new things. From creative sessions and workshops to drop-ins, and industry events, The Lounge is all about good energy, real people and opportunities that matter to you.

The weekly programme is co-created with young people and delivered by local partners, with something happening most days — whether you want to hang out, build skills or get inspired.

How it works
Step 1: Sign up to be a member for FREE
Step 2: Tap a day of the week below to see what’s on and who’s running it from Jan - Mar 2026.
Step 3: Book your FREE spot
Step 4: Pull up, get involved, enjoy!

Follow The Lounge on Instagram @theloungesouthmere

Monday

Academy of Success

Tuesday

Youth Unity

Wednesday

Beyond the Box

Thursday

Vibes on Vibes

Friday

Beyond the Box & Guests

Saturday

Events Coming Soon

Sunday

Events Coming Soon

Find Out More about the Partners

Tap the + to discover the youth organisations running sessions, events and workshops throughout the week.

  • Academy of Success delivers practical, confidence-building programmes designed to support young people and adults to develop essential life, employability and leadership skills. Their courses focus on areas such as communication, emotional intelligence, personal development, goal setting, teamwork and career readiness, using interactive and real-world approaches. Through workshops, mentoring and structured learning, Academy of Success empowers participants to build self-belief, resilience and transferable skills that support positive progression into education, employment and entrepreneurship.

  • Youth Unity creates relaxed, supportive spaces where young people can drop in, talk openly and be themselves. Their sessions are all about real conversations, good vibes and feeling heard — whether that’s chatting about life, wellbeing, money, work or things happening locally. Alongside drop-ins, young people get the chance to take part in youth-led podcasting, choosing topics that matter to them and sharing their voices creatively. With a consistent, non-judgemental presence, Youth Unity helps young people build confidence, express themselves and feel more connected to their community.

  • Beyond the Box hosts weekly drop-in sessions every Wednesday with its youth collective, creating a relaxed and welcoming space for young people to unwind, connect and be themselves. Expect a chilled lounge atmosphere with games, quizzes, creative activities, film screenings and snacks, alongside opportunities to socialise, share ideas and take part in youth-led conversations. The sessions are designed to be low-pressure and inclusive, offering a consistent place for young people to hang out, build friendships and shape what happens in the space week by week.

  • Vibes on Vibes delivers a dynamic weekly programme focused on confidence-building, wellbeing, creativity and personal development for young people aged 13–25. Through engaging sessions such as self-care workshops, employability and financial empowerment talks, creative activities like sip-and-paint and open mic nights, and themed spaces for girls and boys, the programme creates supportive environments where young people can learn, express themselves and connect with others. Each session is designed to uplift, inspire and equip participants with practical tools for everyday life, while celebrating individuality, creativity and community through inclusive, youth-led experiences.

  • Beyond the Box hosts one Friday each month dedicated to a larger-scale youth-led event, designed to connect young people with creative and industry opportunities. Each monthly session is co-curated with young people, shaping the theme, activities and energy of the night. Expect inspiring talks, creative showcases, networking moments and hands-on experiences that open up pathways into different industries. These events create space for young people to explore ideas, meet new people, build confidence and see what’s possible for their future — all in a supportive, high-energy environment.

  • Rolling events and programmes - check back soon

  • Rolling events and programmes - check back soon