CHILDREN became puppet masters for the day when they took part in a summer workshop. Youngsters gathered at Darlington Arts Centre for the event and, after creating their own hand puppets, took their designs home to show to parents. The workshop was part of a series of activities being provided for local youngsters during the holidays by Darlington Borough Council.

Other events are taking place throughout the summer at the Arts Centre, Dolphin Centre, Eastbourne Sports Complex and the Civic Theatre.