DISABLED people enjoyed a day of tabletop cricket at the North-East home of the sport.

Members of the Pelton-based Goals project visited the Emirates Durham International Cricket Ground in Chester-le-Street for a miniature version of the game.

For several weeks, project users have been brushing up on their cover drives, pulls and square cuts using undersized bats with advice and support from Ron Young, the Disability Cricket Consultant for Durham County Cricket Club.

Run by charity Disc, the Goals project is a day service for adults with learning disabilities.

Mr Young said: “It was really satisfying to work with everyone at Goals.

“The enthusiasm and dedication of the service users, the volunteers and the staff was heartening - it was great to see so many members take part.

“The enthusiasm shown by the Goals team was infectious, we’re delighted they enjoyed the day and we look forward to seeing them knocking more boundaries in the future.”

Ann Knapton, manager at Goals, added: “Our service promotes social integration through access to events such as the cricket, and we’ve been delighted with the enthusiasm of the staff here at Durham Cricket Club have shown towards our group.

“It’s been a great day and we look forward to coming back again."