Sherburn Park Bowling Club, in Consett, is looking for new members and is holding a series of open days to allow people to try the sport.

Equipment will be provided and all people need do is turn with a pair of flat-soled shoes.

Club member Joan Armstrong said: "It has been medically proved that bowls improves your general health and improves your immune system. It is not only a sport, you can also have a varied and very active social life."

Sherburn Park Bowling club is off Ashdale Road, opposite Consett Magistrates' Court, behind Medomsley Road. All ages welcome.

Sessions are from 12noon to 6pm on: June 5, 8 and 10.

For details, call Jim Agnew on (01207) 505620 or Joan Armstrong on (01207) 562983.