Since registration opened, we've continued to see a really encouraging response, with thousands of children and young people now signed up for groups at the 2026 Convention. We can’t wait to welcome them all!
There are still several groups with spaces immediately available:
Week 1 groups with spaces remaining:
6-7 year olds – Morning session
15-18 year olds – Morning and Evening sessions
Late Nite – 11-18 year olds
Week 2 groups with spaces remaining:
14-16 year olds – Morning and Evening sessions
17+ year olds – Morning and Evening sessions
Late Nite – 11-18 year olds
Week 3 groups with spaces remaining:
3-4 year olds – Morning session
10-11 year olds – Morning session
8-11 year olds – Evening session
14-16 year olds – Morning and Evening sessions
17+ year olds – Morning and Evening sessions
Late Nite – 11-18 year olds
If your child is on a waiting list and a space becomes available, you'll automatically receive an email; you don't need to do anything else. You can still add your child to a group that currently has a waiting list – some waiting lists are short, and places may become available quickly.
Between now and Easter, our staff team and brilliant volunteer leaders will continue working to increase the capacity of groups with waiting lists. We really want to be able to accommodate everyone who would like to come.
We'll keep sharing updates here and on social media (follow us on Facebook or Instagram). If you have a question not covered above, please get in touch at info@keswickministries.org.
“I really love how people are always smiling and always want to hear what you are doing. I really like how they want everyone to join in, and I don’t think anyone feels left out. I really like reading the Bible with other people and praying too. I feel really encouraged by how many people around me are actually Christians.”
Maddie, 12
Our Kids & Youth ministry exists to faithfully share God’s word so every child and young person who comes to the Keswick Convention can grow in their relationship with Jesus. Our prayer is that they deeply experience his love for them all while they sing, engage with the Bible, have fun, and make new friends.
We love helping whole families grow in their love for Jesus together at the Convention, so all age groups follow the same Bible passages and themes as the adult programme, enabling families to learn together and continue the conversation at home.
We have groups for children and young people aged 3–18, and each group enjoys a mix of games, activities, singing, and times of prayer. At the heart of our programme is the small group: every child and young person is placed in a small group led by one of our trained and caring team leaders. These small groups are where teaching can come alive, with space to get to know each other more deeply and ask questions.
Morning
The morning programme runs alongside the main venue, so everyone is engaging with the same part of the Bible at the same time across the age groups.
Evening
The evening sessions are for children and young people aged 8 and above, who gather back at their main venues for a vibrant evening of singing, games, discussion, and accessible Bible teaching.
Late Nite
For young people aged 11–18, Late Nite is the highlight of the day! Expect a fun-filled hour of games, music, special guests, and lots more.
For our youngest attendees, the crèche is a space for parents and carers to stay with their little ones during the Morning Bible Readings and Evening Celebrations. A relay of the Morning Bible Readings and Evening Celebrations will be available in the room, and our friendly crèche team is on hand to offer a cuppa or a listening ear.
Crèche Opening Times:
• Morning Bible Readings (Monday – Friday 11:15am – 1:00pm)
• Evening Celebrations (Saturday – Friday 7:15pm – 9:00pm)
• Keswick Lecture (Wednesday 9:30am – 10:30am)
Baby changing facilities are available.
Ages 3-11
Our children’s groups cater for ages 3–11 across different age groups. Each morning, children come together to explore the Bible, ask questions, and discover more of Jesus. Whether it’s gentle play and simple Bible input for our youngest ones, or lively discussion and hands-on activities for our older children, every group is designed to be fun, engaging, and age-appropriate.
Ages 11-18
Our youth groups meet every morning and evening and cater for young people aged 11–18 across three age ranges: 11–13, 14–16, and 17+. Each group gives young people the chance to dig into the Bible, ask the big questions, and have conversations about faith in a fun and relaxed setting. With their own small groups and experienced team leaders, we want every young person to feel known. Those who are exploring the Christian faith for the first time are also welcome.
We want children and young people to get to know Jesus, have fun, be safe, and build lasting relationships. If your child or young person has any additional needs, here are a few things to note when considering joining one of our groups:
Any age group can have 80 to 300 children, with Weeks 2 and 3 being larger than Week 1.
Groups can be noisy and overwhelming for some.
To support your family, we can provide the following:
The Disability & Additional Needs Advisor for Keswick Ministries will be available each week, and you can contact them to discuss your visit.
We have an Additional Needs Coordinator for Kids & Youth, along with a small volunteer team for children and youth who may need some extra support.
There is a 'Quieter Area' in the Youth Venues for those who may need to step away for a moment.
There are small tents with sensory toys in each Kids' venue.
Whilst we cannot provide 1:1 support, do let us know if this is what your child needs to access the programme.
We want to provide the best possible support for children experiencing high levels of anxiety, especially where it can lead to challenging behaviour. In this case, we may ask a parent/carer to stay for the sessions or to attend future sessions (where it's in the best interest of both the child and the age group). This can be reviewed daily, and we are happy to adjust our plan if the child begins to feel more settled.
While we don't have a separate SEND stream, our additional needs team (or age group team) can make reasonable adjustments so children can access their age group sessions. Please let us know any additional needs at registration (even if not diagnosed), so the Additional Needs Team leader can contact you to chat things though?
We run a welcome session each Sunday afternoon for those who would appreciate a 'first look', including a guided tour and a chance to get your wristbands.
There is a family meet-up each week for parents and carers of children and young people with additional needs or disabilities, with activities for the children.
The provision we make through our wonderful volunteers is growing, developing, and under constant review. We always welcome dialogue with parents/carers as we strive, in partnership with you, to ensure the best provision for all children.
Accessibility across the convention
We take the safeguarding of children and young people at the Keswick Convention seriously.
View our safeguarding policy below or contact the Safeguarding Coordinators at safeguarding@keswickministries.org
