DREAM YOUTH
DREAMING BETTER FUTURE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Delivering youth clubs, events & ministry to empower and support the next generation
RECORD-BREAKING 72ft LONG MURAL UNVEILED IN GOOLE, WITH THANKS TO THE HARD EFFORTS OF THE DREAM TEAM & FRIENDS!
'We at Dream are all about restoring & transforming heritage and lives, and this Mural to celebrate Goole's vibrant history & heritage has simply been... transformational!'
On Monday 19th January between 11am and 1pm, a record-breaking mural was unveiled at Platform 1 at Goole Train Station (Goole, E. Yorkshire). Commissioned by The Friends of Goole Train Station and with support from Goole Civic Society and Northern Rail, and funding from the Goole Fields Wind Farm, this mural project was delivered by Dream Heritage, engaging with 9 schools (primary, secondary and SEN), and interfacing with 2000 young people.
The Mayor formerly unveiled the mural, alongside representatives from the schools involved, and other local community groups and dignitaries. Also present was BBC Radio Humberside & BBC News to share the good news of ths project. Rebekah Watkins, artist & curator of the mural project, and Director of Dream Heritage, shared to the BBC how she hopes the mural will leave a 'lasting legacy' in Goole, instilling in the local young people a sense of pride of place, and a feeling of belonging and community.
We at Dream are all about changing narratives and creating positive futures. It has been such a privilege to see young people positively impacted by the mural project we've delivered. At the beginning we welcomed in young people who were worried of 'doing it wrong' or 'making a mess'; they didn't believe in their ability... but we encouraged them to have a go, and make their contribution, and we are so glad they did! Each picture is a triumph, a victory of how a young person who maybe battled low self esteem and low confidence and who felt like they couldn't... actually could!This mural is a testimony of young people being planted with seeds of encouragement, and we are praying & hoping at Dream that these seeds begin to germinate into a lasting legacy, encouraging them into big and brighter futures!!!
To read further about the project, why not visit Goole 2026's website or BBC News' Website by using the buttons below! (Enjoy!)
Many thanks again to The Friends of Goole Train Station, Goole Civic Society, Northern Rail, and Goole Fields Wind Farm for your support, and to Boothferry School, Marshlands School, St Josephs Schools, DELTA Academy Goole, Riverside School, Kingsway School, Parkside School, Hook Primary School, and Swinefleet School.
Do get in touch if you'd like us to deliver a mural project in your area!
Also do consider donating to us by clicking 'DONATE NOW' if you'd like to support our work.
Blessings,
The Dream Team
'MAKE YOUR MARK'- RE-STORYING THE STORY OF VANDALISM IN HOWDEN
And it's up!
Well Done to all those in the community who got involved in creating this art installation with us @dreamheritage in June at the Art4all event.
MAKE YOUR MARK was an art installation created in response to the vandalism in Howden Minster & Howden Marsh earlier in the year. It looked at the ancient graffiti around the Minster, and the history & significance of leaving your mark. We then looked at what sort of mark we should leave on the world around us, a good one or a bad one, or perhaps no mark at all. The hope was to encourage especially the younger generations to leave a positive mark on the world around them! In keeping with the hand & footprint graffiti left from the 1700s in the roof lead, Rebekah from our team & lead artist behind the project, invited the local community & young people to leave their hand prints and finger prints in this artwork to create a picture of Howden Minster & the ruins!
It was installed in the South Aisle of Howden Minster, Howden. E. Yorkshire, by the Dream Team 
so do pop into the Minster in Howden, and have a look at it!
CAROLS IN THE RUINS 2025 @HOWDEN MINSTER
"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” 
Matthew 18:20
On Friday, around 180 people gathered in a ruin in Howden, under the star lit sky, on a bitterly cold evening, to sing carols & reflect on the Christmas Story.The reason: To restore ruins; to encourage others to be restorers of ruins; to bring different communities, ages & cultures together; and (most importantly) to introduce people to one of the best restorer of ruins there ever was & is, and His name is Jesus. 
The night 
didn't go exactly as hoped for or planned. It was no 'shiny finished article'. There were mess ups, Dad jokes, last minute withdrawals. Many of the small number of volunteers ended up held up for one reason or another, not arriving until we had to start, meaning that maybe: -the welcome on the entrance was not as jolly as it could've been (poor Andrew had been roped in last second)-the equipment and set up wasn't finished in time so it all looked a little bit messy and disorganised (problems finding parking)-the entrance wasn't as clear and lit up as it should've been (needed more volunteers on set up)-the Carols weren't all so easy to sing along to, as no choir came as expected to help lead the Carols, and therefore -only a few Carol sheets available and some difficult hidden tunes amongst them-the programme was a bit long with the weather as bitterly cold 
as it wasBut behind scenes, there was a good heart and a lot of effort:
-The Dream Team had spent the whole day illuminating the ruins, setting up tables & chairs, and refreshments
-Volunteers (Helen, Mandy, Mark & Aaron) had done some epic baking/provisions with chocolate tray bake, biscuits, and an array of crumble & cream
-The Goole & ER Band had put in lots of practice & pushed through the numbing cold to play the Carols
-Joseph & Eunice Kwallah put in loads of effort, setting up the DJ deck and performing two of their Kenyan songs 
-Our founder Rebekah had done months of planning
So despite the cold & bit of disorder, we hope 
you see the put in & enjoyed the band, performances, crumble, community, & Illuminations.
"yet what I can I give him,give my heart"
NEXT STEPS FOR OUR YOUTH CLUBS & OUTREACH
Since 2018, Rebekah & John, with help from a few others like Paula, Mandy, and DJ Joseph, have led Christian youth clubs & ministry in the Selby Town & Rural areas. Between them and with the help of Young Leaders this last year, thousands of volunteer hours have been spent to help support youth & young adults to reach their God-given potential and providing them with spaces to meet, socialise, learn skills and gain confidence.
We hope that all the young people who have attended or interacted with the Youth Work & Ministry of the Dream Youth Team, will have been positively impacted, realising even if just a little bit more that they have value, potential, a future & hope. We as a team have so many happy memories that we will cherish, from lazer quest challenges to hide & seek in the Abbey, to nerf battles in the Hawdon, and an epic fail at making pancakes-so many laughs & so many memories!
As a team we have decided to take a break from running youth clubs so we can focus our efforts on expanding the whole provision of Christian based youth clubs & ministry within the North of England. It was always our intent to help train churches and individuals in delivering Christian based youth clubs & ministry to meet the massive need for this provision. We as a team want to empower, equip, educate and encourage others so that more youth & young adults can be supported to reach their God-given potential!
Our Christian based monthly gatherings called 'TIME OUT TO DREAM' will continue and we hope these will grow and that we will be able to get together a group of young people & others who wish to get involved in this important work. If you’d like to be part of this team please talk to us, and be part of shaping the future of this provision.
It is also our intent to focus our efforts as a team in creating a space to train and equip individuals and churches, to broaden the delivery of Christian Youth Work & Ministry. Within that we hope this training centre/hub will be able to support the broader needs of youth & young adults.
So… what next?
- Well, you are invited to our up-coming Christian 'TIME OUT TO DREAM' gatherings:
Friday 10th October 2025, 6-8pm- FILM NIGHT at the Hawdon, Church Ave, Selby, N. Yorks
Friday 21st November 2025, 6.30-8pm- CAROLS IN THE RUINS in the ruins of Howden Minster, Howden, E. Yorks
- Secondly, you are invited to BE ON A TEAM. You are welcome to join our DREAM TEAM, with various roles available from youth & community work, to Christian ministry, to event creation and heritage restoration! There are a mix of opportunities you can be involved in to help positively change the world we live in!
- Thirdly, young leaders & youth club volunteers are invited to Dream’s Christmas Celebration, at The Barn, Booth Farm, Nr Howden, E. Yorkshire, DN147EE, from 6.30pm-8.30pm on Tuesday 2nd December 2025. You and your family are welcome to come along and enjoy the festivities, and we look forward to seeing you there! Please do make an effort to come along, as we will be celebrating the important work Dream has done over the years, handing out some certificates/thankyous to team, volunteers, attendees & helpers for their contributions over the years (this could be you so make sure to come along!). We will also have lots of great food to enjoy & live music! If lifts are required we can arrange these, as long as these are arranged long in advance, or feel free to car share between you to make sure the event is as sustainable as it can be.
A big thank you again for your continued involvement and attendance over the years, and we look forward to maybe seeing you and/or your family at future youth, Christian, cultural or heritage events we have in future!
The Dream Team
LOCAL SCHOOLS ARE GETTING ARTISTIC IN THE PREPARATIONS FOR GOOLE’S 200TH BIRTHDAY
In the lead up to the town of Goole’s 200th Birthday, Yorkshire based organisation Dream Heritage has been trailblazing the town’s local heritage in the local schools. Commissioned by the Friends of Goole Train Station, with project funding from Goole Windfarms and support from Northern Rail, Dream Heritage are running the Goole 2026 Mural Project, whereby a large mural is being created with the local schools. This mural will be unveiled at the start of Goole 2026, and will depict & celebrate Goole’s history from 1826 to 2026. It will be displayed at Platform 1 at Goole Train Station, and will be a great showcase to those passing by or through via the railway network, that Goole has an interesting and vibrant heritage & community.
In September, Rebekah Watkins from the Dream Team led assemblies and classroom sessions in 9 of the local schools, interacting with around 2000 young people over the course of the week, and sharing with them Goole's remarkable history. With 9 panels forming the final mural, each school involved has been tasked with running their own competitions within classes and entire schools, challenging the young people to design a section of the mural that focuses on a specific period of Goole's history.
The engagement with the schools so far has been so positive, and the young people have been really excited & involved in the sessions. With 2026 not far away, the project has been a brilliant opportunity to introduce to the young people the fact that Goole is reaching its 200th birthday, with the top 5 most popular answers from young people when questioned about what is going to happen in 2026 being: 'flying cars', 'AI taking over the world', 'World War 4', 'the creation of New, New Goole', and 'Goole Leisure Centre re-opening'. Now the young people are excited about Goole 2026, and about being part of its celebrations, and eager to go home and ask questions about their family heritage, Goole's history and more!
Rebekah from Dream Heritage is beyond excited too to see the final designs, and to get the winning designs sketched out on the panels for their imminent painting! With under a week to go, Rebekah will be revisiting the 9 schools but this time, to paint. It is hoped that through involving the primary and secondary school young people in the project, they will begin to gain a sense of ‘pride of place’, and an affinity to where they live/go to school/work.
TWO SPECIAL TREATS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO ENJOY BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK!
AS A SPECIAL TREAT BEFORE WE BREAK UP FOR THE SUMMER BREAK, WE WILL BE HOSTING TWO SPECIAL SESSIONS. ONE WILL BE AN ANIMAL ENCOUNTER EXPERIENCE; THE OTHER WILL BE A TRIP TO SELBY SUPERBOWL. ALL DETAILS IN THE CONSENT FORMS BELOW, AND PLACES MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE BY EMAILING US AT: dreamheritagecio@gmail.com
EASTER EGG TRAIL AROUND SELBY LAUNCHED FOR STUDENTS, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS, THE YOUNG AT HEART, & FAMILIES
2025 DATES- YORKSHIRE
2025 YOUTH CLUB 'GUIDELINE SESSION PLAN' FOR YOUNG LEADERS & VOLUNTEERS
2025 YOUTH CLUB EVENTS
2024 DATES-YORKSHIRE
ST RICH'S YOUTH CLUB TRIP FROM SELBY TO LET LOOSE ADVENTURE PARK, HULL-27TH JULY 2024, 10-3PM
Trip to Let Loose, Hull
The last youth club session is Monday 1st July 2024 (today), however we will have various other ad-hoc activities throughout the summer that the young people can attend within the local area. These will be visible on our website: https://dreamheritage.co.uk/ and on our facebook/instagram accounts: DREAM Heritage CIC and DREAM YOUTH. We will resume youth club on Mondays, 4-5pm, in September when term-time begins.
One thing we can let you know about now is a trip we are running for the youth to finish the youth club term. On Saturday 27th July 2024, we are intending to take a mini bus of young people from the Selby area to Let Loose in Hull.
The trip will cost £10pp and will include:
- Tower Pass- Unlimited goes on the Wooden Tower Climb, Leap of Faith (5meter leap of faith on air pillow), and Super Slide (7meter drop slide on air pillow)
- Climbing Wall Pass- Session on the Climbing Wall
- Transport to and from the venue
The bus will leave outside The St Richard’s Centre on Barwic Parade, Selby (youth club) at 10:00 promptly. It should arrive back approximately 15:00.
Young people will be expected to bring their own packed lunch and drink with them, as well as any medication and items they require on the trip. Any allergies or medical/learning needs must be disclosed to the youth club team prior to the trip.
Youth Club has the right to not provide a place to individuals who they believe they can’t manage on a trip such as this, or because of poor behaviour.
Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance by emailing the team at: dreamheritagecic@gmail.com
These bookings must be made before the day, and if a space is not available you will be notified and added to a waiting list.
Youth Club is currently ran by all volunteers and funded by their generosity, with no external grant source. We try to make every trip and youth club accessible to everyone, so if you are really unable to afford the £10pp fee than please make a contribution towards cost on the day. We do not want anyone to feel like they can’t come because of cost.
ON THE DAY: Bring a backpack with your: -Packed Tea and Drinks -£10 payment or contribution -Slip giving permission for you to come
We will not be able to take children without the slip
YOUTH CLUB Contact: 07895216171 Email: dreamheritagecic@gmail.com
YOUTH CLUBS HAVE NOW BROKEN UP FOR THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS, BUT WILL RESUME ONCE AGAIN IN SEPTEMBER
2023 DATES-YORKSHIRE
SELBY TOWN
ABBOT'S RD, SELBY
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LOCAL SCHOOLS ARE GETTING ARTISTIC IN THE PREPARATIONS FOR GOOLE’S 200TH BIRTHDAY
In the lead up to the town of Goole’s 200th Birthday, Yorkshire based organisation Dream Heritage has been trailblazing the town’s local heritage in the local schools. Commissioned by the Friends of Goole Train Station, with project funding from Goole Windfarms and support from Northern Rail, Dream Heritage are running the Goole 2026 Mural Project, whereby a large mural is being created with the local schools. This mural will be unveiled at the start of Goole 2026, and will depict & celebrate Goole’s history from 1826 to 2026. It will be displayed at Platform 1 at Goole Train Station, and will be a great showcase to those passing by or through via the railway network, that Goole has an interesting and vibrant heritage & community.
In September, Rebekah Watkins from the Dream Team led assemblies and classroom sessions in 9 of the local schools, interacting with around 2000 young people over the course of the week, and sharing with them Goole's remarkable history. With 9 panels forming the final mural, each school involved has been tasked with running their own competitions within classes and entire schools, challenging the young people to design a section of the mural that focuses on a specific period of Goole's history.
The engagement with the schools so far has been so positive, and the young people have been really excited & involved in the sessions. With 2026 not far away, the project has been a brilliant opportunity to introduce to the young people the fact that Goole is reaching its 200th birthday, with the top 5 most popular answers from young people when questioned about what is going to happen in 2026 being: 'flying cars', 'AI taking over the world', 'World War 4', 'the creation of New, New Goole', and 'Goole Leisure Centre re-opening'. Now the young people are excited about Goole 2026, and about being part of its celebrations, and eager to go home and ask questions about their family heritage, Goole's history and more!
Rebekah from Dream Heritage is beyond excited too to see the final designs, and to get the winning designs sketched out on the panels for their imminent painting! With under a week to go, Rebekah will be revisiting the 9 schools but this time, to paint. It is hoped that through involving the primary and secondary school young people in the project, they will begin to gain a sense of ‘pride of place’, and an affinity to where they live/go to school/work.
