A road race in County Durham attracted more than 500 competitors at the weekend.

Newton Aycliffe's annual 10k road race had £1,000 worth of prizes to be won.

Up to 200 people took part in the 3k fun run yesterday and more than 300 turned out for the main event.

The race, which is organised by Newton Aycliffe Athletic Club, has become a fixture since it was first started in 1998.

The first man to cross the line in the 10k race was Terry Wall, from Morpeth Athletics Club, who finished in 32 minutes 23 seconds.

Louise Noble, from Sunderland Harriers, was the fastest woman, completing the course in 37 minutes 58 seconds.

"It has been a fantastic event this year," said race organiser Mick Beadle.

"The numbers are up on last year and everything has gone to plan.

"All the people who help organise this race work really hard and they should be thanked for all they do.