A YOUNGSTER has presented the proceeds of an eight-mile sponsored walk to his school.
Six-year-old Matthew Sage took part in the Great North Walk in July and raised £258 for Cockton Hill Primary School.
Matthew was determined to complete the challenge and said he wanted to buy something for his school.
The youngster, accompanied by parents Philip and Nicola, presented a cheque to school headteacher John Redman on Monday.
Mr Sage said: "We are very proud of Matthew. I was a bit concerned that he would find the walk difficult and tire a bit towards the end, but he came through it brilliantly.
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