TooDoo: things to do in Derbyshire

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Info for parents

...and grandparents, carers, teachers, youth workers and any grown up who takes care of young people.

What's TooDoo about?

We've all heard the cry: - There's nothing to do! - from our youngsters. And basically, that's what this website is all about.

There's a lot going on in Derbyshire for young people but it has never been listed in one place before.

TooDoo lists more than 3,000 things to do locally but we're always looking for more. So, if you run an activity or club that's not on this website please tell us on our Get it on... page.

Who runs TooDoo?

This website is managed by Derbyshire County Council. You can find out more on our About TooDoo page.

Can I get information over the phone?

If you prefer to speak to someone rather than search the site yourself, you can contact Call Derbyshire on 08 456 058 058 on weekdays from 8am to 8pm and Saturdays from 9.30am to 4pm.

More information about Call Derbyshire and how much your call will cost can be found on Derbyshire County Council's website

Anything else I should know?

If your young person is thinking about getting involved in a new hobby or sport, you may want to speak to the organiser to check that it's suitable and safe for them.

Depending on the type of activity, here are some questions you might want to ask.

• Can a child under 16 attend the activity/club on their own or do they have to be accompanied by an adult?
• Is the activity suitable for my child's personality/experience/disability/age?
• What sort of equipment is required and is it needed straightaway or can it be loaned at first?
• Is the club/organisation affiliated to a national body (e.g. Scout Association, Sport England)? If they are, this usually means that they will have to work to child protection and quality standards.
• If the organisation isn't part of a national body, do they have a child protection policy and are their staff or volunteers CRB checked?
• How much does it cost and are there any extras to pay for in the future (e.g. insurance, equipment, exam fees)?
• Some organisations will offer reduced fees for families on benefits, so you might want to ask about this too.

You can also read our safety tips for young people.

Your feedback

We hope you find TooDoo helpful if you are looking for things for your youngsters to do. We'd be delighted to read your feedback.