WALKERS can take part in a guided stroll through ancient woodland on the outskirts of Spennymoor this weekend.

Sedgefield Borough Council's tree preservation officer, Rodger Lowe, will lead a three-mile walk around Whitworth, on Saturday afternoon.

The walk is being held for the Tree Council's national Walk in the Woods event to increase understanding of woodlands.

To take part, meet in the car park of Shafto's restaurant, at Whitworth Hall, at 1pm for a 1.30pm start. For details, call Mr Lowe on 01388-816166.