A NEW reality TV series will follow a group of North-East lads as they go clubbing around the country.

Tyne Tees Television is looking for five friends it can take partying in Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool. They will sample the nightlife and see how it compares to nights out in this region.

The new series, Five Go Mad In..., is a joint production between Tyne Tees, Yorkshire and Granada Television. It will be shown later this year on the three stations.

The idea follows on from Tyne Tees' two successful series of Party Nights.

Producer Derek Proud said: "We were inundated with girls volunteering for the girls' programme, which has already been shot.

"Now it is the lads' turn, with filming taking place in September.

"We are looking for five lads, 18 or over and friends, who go out clubbing together already and are up for a fun, uninhibited time."

In each location, the group will meet up with another group of clubbers from one of the other regions involved.

Mr Proud said: "North-East people have a fantastic reputation for knowing how to enjoy themselves and being up for a good laugh and a good time. That is exactly what we are looking for now."

Anyone wanting to take part should call 0191-269 3879, and leave their name and phone number.