A FAMILY orienteering day will be hosted by a school in Yate to raise funds towards improving their facilities.


North Road Community Primary, in North Road, will hold the prize-filled family orienteering day on Sunday, July 5.


The event will be open to local residents of all ages and is designed to test the navigational skills of participants in a fun and friendly challenge which starts and ends at the school, from 2pm onwards.


Headteacher Jo Williams said: “Last year’s event was so much fun that we are planning a bigger and better event this year.


“Mrs Tricky has already plotted the route, which is currently under lock and key! She promises a new course which will cover the local area.


“What better way to spend a summery Sunday afternoon. All we can hope is that the sun will shine on the day.”


Yate business Edison Ford are sponsoring the 2015 event by providing prizes for the top five finishers.


Entry is £7 per family of four on the day, or £5 in advance if you register via North Road Primary School website www.northroadprimaryschool.co.uk.


For more information Edison Ford on 01454 316718 or the school on 01454 867788.