FAMILIES are being encouraged to take part in a project aimed at helping them keep fit and lose weight.

The Stockton Borough Council and North Tees Primary Care Trust project begins in January and will run for 12 weeks at the Alma Street Day Centre, Stockton, on Thursdays between 3pm and 5pm.

For the first six weeks, there will be an exercise session and the final six weeks will focus on cooking skills. Anyone interested can contact (01642) 571030.