Playland for 11 – 16’s
Playland: A new venue in Portsmouth by and for people under 30. Wherever you are on your journey and whatever you are passionate about – Playland is a safe space to express yourself, and access opportunities to build skills and experience for your creative career.
Explore what’s on at Playland for 11 – 16 year olds in Portsmouth.
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About
Created by under 30’s, for under 30’s
On the ground floor at Playland Creative Hub* in Commercial Road, Playland is a creative venue designed and run by 16 – 30-year-olds, with support from Artswork. It’s a space to experiment, collaborate and imagine new ideas – a safe space to influence what happens, try out creative projects, and build the confidence and skills to shape their own futures.
Through hands-on experience and creative exploration, Playland helps 16 – 30-year-olds to develop the tools and networks they need to thrive in the creative industries and beyond.
*Playland Creative Hub is a joint venture with Portsmouth Creates, combining Artswork’s youth-led venue ‘Playland’ downstairs, and ‘Create at Playland’ in the space above.
Get involved
Are you 16 – 30 years old? The way that Playland will look and run is all down to you. Explore the main Playland page here for more information or scroll down to get in touch with us:
11 – 16? Come along to one of our FREE wellbeing workshops:
Tuesday Workshops
Workshops For Wellbeing
Held on the first two Tuesdays of every month, these are relaxed social sessions focused on exploring different creative practices and materials.
First Tuesday of every month: Workshops for 11 – 16s
- 6 – 8PM, free entry (all parents/carers must fill in this form prior to attending)
Second Tuesday of every month: Workshops for 16 – 30s
- 6 – 8PM, free entry (no booking required)
Keep in touch
Our socials, mailing lists and contact details here:
Playland has become this incredible space where inspiring, creative people come together to make something magical. To me, Playland is the people - everyone is equal, supported and encouraged to grow. I'm so grateful for the friendships and opportunities it's given me. I wouldn't be who I am today without Playland.
Are you an artist, creative business or collective in Portsmouth and beyond? Visit our main Playland page to find out how to get involved:
Project partners
We’re working with Portsmouth Creates on this project and The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner have pledged £25k to support activity at Playland.
In April 2026, we also received £300k for the next three years from The National Lottery Community Fund to help make Playland a success.
