A branch of the Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB) is looking for people to take part in a fundraising event with a difference.

The Durham and Cleveland branch wants teams to take part in a blindfold bowling match, designed to give people the opportunity to experience the challenges of being visually impaired.

All money raised will enable to RNIB to support adults and children with serious sight problems.

Each team will be challenged to raise at least £250 to help the charity with the 60 services it provides.

The entry fee is £7.95 per person, which includes a meal, shoe hire and lane hire for two games.

The event takes place at the Hollywood Bowl, Teesside Park, Stockton, on Wednesday, March 12, at 7.30pm.

For information or an entry form, contact area fundraising manager Linda Stephenson on (01388) 528297.