FAMILIES enjoyed the dry weather on Saturday at a fun day with a difference.

People had the chance to try something new at Unity City Academy, in Ormesby Road, Middlesbrough, organised by Middlesbrough Extended Schools initiative, in partnership with Stronger Together in East Middlesbrough (Stem).

For the scores of people who turned out, there were opportunities for people to try their hand at digital photography, music technology, jewellery-making, ceramics and animation.

Youngsters could also have a go at trampolining, as well as Middlesbrough Football Club's Speed Cage, which measured the speed at which the ball was kicked into the goal.

Among the activities was also a children's entertainer, stalls and fairground rides.

A spokesman for Middlesbrough Council said: "Extended Schools aims to provide positive links between schools and their local community and encourage community use of school sites.