‘IGNITING A GENERATIONAL MOVEMENT FOR JESUS
IN PLYMOUTH & BEYOND’
NEXT EVENT DETAILS:
Friday 16th October 2026
6.30pm to 9pm
@ St Matts, Plymouth
6.30pm: Doors Open (Lots of fun and engaging activities and tuck shop available!)
This years theme will be based on Matthew 5:14-16.
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Our next event will introduce this theme, encouraging young people to let their light shine in families, friendships and neighbourhoods!
Schedule Overview:
*Subject to change
BOOKING CLOSES: Wednesday 7th October 2026.
No entry after this time.
Ignite is a termly youth gathering aimed at those in school years 7 to 13 or in college. The purpose of these events are to unite young people with one another, worship God together, to grow in their faith, and to carry the Good News of Jesus to all areas of their lives.
Ignite is for any young person who wishes to explore the Christian faith, whether they would say they love and follow Jesus, whether they go to church or none of the above. Everyone is welcome!
These events are a collective collaboration by churches and ministries across Plymouth and the surrounding areas whilst being supported and covered by South West Youth Ministries.
What you can expect:
- Tuck shop (cash & card available)
- Fun & engaging activities upon arrival
- Worship band
- Sensory space during worship & talks
- Prayer team
Location: St Matts, North Hill, Mutley, Plymouth PL4 8HF
Parking: A paid car park (North Hill Car Park) is situated opposite the front of the church which can be accessed from North Road East. There is additional paid parking at Napier Terrace car park in Mutley, just a short walk from the church. If you’re canny you can also find some other free on-road parking spaces not too far from the church – get hunting!
There are numerous of public transport options available also.
How does attending / booking work?
Young people must attend with appropriate leaders as part of a recognisable church / organisation. Young people are unable to attend on their own.
To register, book a group ticket and provide your name as the group leader, contact details, church/organization name, safeguarding lead contact, confirmation of valid DBS checks, and an estimated number of young people.
Leaders names and updated numbers of Young People can be updated upon arrival—just ensure all leaders have valid DBS checks. Groups must enter the venue together, so coordinate meeting outside if traveling separately. The group leader signs in at the desk, confirming leader names and final numbers.
That’s it!
Important Info
It is your responsibility to safeguard and look after your own group during the event.
You must attend with appropriate ratios. We recommend 2 leaders for up to your first 8 young people and then an extra leader for any 10 additional young people.
Videos and photographs of young people attending this event may be taken by participants and staff, and attendance at the event signifies agreement that these may appear in future publicity or other materials produced by Ignite and SWYM (personal information is never disclosed when such materials are used unless permission is obtained).
