FAMILIES are invited to celebrate the opening a village’s new play facilities next weekend.

The official opening of the £80,000 playground on Stobart Terrace, Fishburn, will take place on Saturday May 23.

Following discussions with local residents, a project was initiated by the former Sedgefield Borough Council to build a modern and innovative play area.

Work was completed last December and the opening ceremony will be officiated by Coun Bob Young, Durham County Council’s cabinet member for strategic environment and leisure, at 11am.

Activities will continue until 12.30pm.