A NEW slimming club has opened in Bishop Auckland.

The weekly Slimming World sessions, which take place every Thursday at St Mary's Church, in Vart Road, follow the success of two other groups in the town.

Since the first group, at Bishop Auckland Cricket Club, opened in February, members have lost 2,500lbs in 20 weeks between them.

The sessions are run by Alison Cusick. She said: "The main emphasis of the sessions are on healthy eating and healthy eating plans you can use for life."

The new group meets from 9.30am and 11 to 15-year-olds can go with their parents for free. Each session is £4.50, with a £10 joining fee. For more details, contact Mrs Cusick on 07785-344499.