A RANGE of activities for families are taking place every Wednesday throughout August at Gawthorpe Hall.

Each week there will be pond dipping, snail racing, craft workshops and a teddy bear's picnic.

The fun will take place between 1pm and 4pm, and at a cost of £2.50 per child.

Lancashire County Cllr Peter Buckley, cabinet member for community and cultural services, said:" I'm really pleased by the activities that are being held at Gawthorpe Hall.

"Children will be able to learn and have lots of fun, and adults will be greatly entertained."

The events will take place on August 8, 15 and 22.

All children must be supervised by an adult for all of the activities.

Entrance to the garden and grounds of Gawthorpe Hall is free.