RECORD numbers of youngsters took part in summer school activities in Northallerton this year.

More than 500 enrolled for coaching sessions with Sunderland and Middlesbrough football clubs, Yorkshire Cricket Club and gym and trampoline clubs.

And at half-term they will get the chance to do it again with Middlesbrough returning in October for a five-day coaching course.

There will also be the chance for coaching in mini-tennis, while hockey, tag rugby and golf sessions are also planned at Hambleton Leisure Centre.

"Our summer programme was a huge success," said assistant manager Richard Boucher yesterday.

"Sport was a huge success and that is something we intend to build on in future holiday sessions."

Bookings for the half-term events start on Monday.

For more details contact the leisure centre on (01609) 777070.