EIGHT local bands will be taking to the stage in Northallerton next month as the town’s first ‘Battle of the Bands’ this year takes place.

Band members are being invited to showcase their talents at the February 26 event at the Hambleton Forum.

Organised by the district council, with support from Connecting Youth Culture the event is sponsored by Broadacres housing association as part of its commitment to young people in the community.

Band members must be between the ages of 11 and 19 and ideally live in the Hambleton area – with new up and coming bands welcome to take part.

Tickets for the event– open to 11-19-years-olds - are £3 and available from Hambleton Leisure Centre or on the door at the Forum. The event begins at 7pm.

For more information or to enter contact arts development officer Kate Staines on 01609-767203 or via kate.staines@hambleton.gov.uk