A FREE health topic group programme is available each month at the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton Aycliffe.

The next session, on weight management, is on March 25, from 10am to noon and includes a healthy cooking demonstration, free lunch and a health walk.

The programme is being paid for with funding secured by the Pioneering Care Partnership. Other topic groups will include diabetes, multiple sclerosis and heart disease.

All details are available from events worker Gill Macnab on (01325) 321234, minicom (01325) 313133 or visit the Pioneering Care Centre, off Burn Lane, Newton Aycliffe. The centre is on the following bus routes: 4, 4a, 4b, 13, 13a, 91, 91a, 92 and 93. Booking is essential.