What is House in the Basement?

The House in the Basement Youth Café (HiTB) is a welcoming and free space for young people aged 11-17. This vibrant facility was brought to life through the active involvement of local youth, and Sevenoaks Youth Council a key role in its creation. They continue to be deeply involved in its development.

House in the Basement is conveniently located in the basement of the Stag Theatre in Sevenoaks Town Centre, HiTB offers a safe and engaging environment where young people can connect, relax, and grow.

​HitB operates within the Sevenoaks Town Council principles enabling young people to engage in informal education in a relaxed environment, develop positive relationships and increase confidence in their personal and social skills.

​​​HitB is inclusive environment and ensures the availability of access for young people regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual identity and, or disability.

Video recorded & edited by Youth Workers Gabby & Kassia 

House in the Basement Youth Workers, Holly, Debbie and Levi doing Youth Outreach work at the Re-Opening of Greatness Skatepark on 24th October 2023. (Image taken by Daren Mountain)

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Opening Times:

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During Term
Time:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday (Moving Forward): 1:30 - 3:30pm
Tuesday (SEN Club): 5-8pm
Wednesday: 4-8pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 4-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm
Sunday: Closed

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During School 
Holidays:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday (SEN Club): 5-8pm
Wednesday: 2-8pm
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 2-8pm
Saturday: 2-8pm
Sunday: Closed

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(Subject to change please check the House in the Basement Facebook for regular updates, these can be seen in the images below of the Live Facebook feed for House in the Basement ( Or via this Link: House in the Basement | Sevenoaks | Facebook)

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Where is House in the Basement?
We are located  In the basement of the STAG Community Arts Centre,
London Road,
 Sevenoaks,
Kent,
​ TN13 1ZZ 

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Our Objectives

• To provide a provision for young people with somewhere that is their own space, where they feel comfortable and safe.
• ​To provide opportunities for children and young people to engage in positive activities that will enhance their lives.
• ​To create a social cohesion among the young people in Sevenoaks.
• ​To provide information, support and advice for all of those in need.
• ​To provide local communities with peace of mind that their young people are being catered for in  a safe environment.
• ​To provide a 'hub' for youth services and informal education to be delivered.
• ​To give young people the opportunity via a management board to develop skills by running and managing their own program of events.

House in the Basement getting ready for In Bloom judging- June 2024.

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