A HOST of new "bite size" courses at a north Durham centre will give students plenty to get their teeth into.

Stanley's Return to Learn Centre is offering a number of short sessions, of one or two hours, to give people the chance to sample different subjects.

Bite Size Courses on offer include formal letter writing, deaf awareness, how to write a CV, local history and life skills.

Other subjects include creative writing, an introduction to computers, keeping up with children, English for speakers of other languages, and an introduction to the Internet.

A spokesman for Durham County Council, which runs the centre, said: "If you think you would like to do something but you're not sure what, come along and have a go. You can come as many times as you want, and it may help you find a new interest in the future.

"Hopefully, after the short introductory session, you may want to enrol on a longer course in September."

The Bite Size Courses run throughout June and July, and more details are available from Joan Stansfield or Barbara Tong on (01207) 230521.