CHILDREN in the Chester-le-Street area have the chance to take part in a mini-soccer league at the Riverside Sports Complex.

The event, organised by Chester-le-Street District Council, starts on February 2 and runs for 11 weeks, from 9.30am to 2pm on Saturdays.

Teams can be made up of girls and boys in school year bands three to four, five to six and seven and eight. Each team must have a manager over the age of 18.

The league costs £2 per child each week and applications must be returned by Saturday, January 12. Forms are available from the Riverside Sports Complex, Riverside South, Ropery Lane, Chester-le-Street, telephone 0191-389 0986