Daniel Turner from the group explained: "It certainly is the place to be every Friday evening when Midway club opens to welcome over 60 young people to enjoy the many activities on offer.

"We have table tennis, snooker, pool, table football, and with a bank of computers complete with interactive white board, the members have a feast of opportunities to enjoy themselves."

Youngsters can also feast on the hot food served by Lesley Millward with help from some of the members.

Football can be played on the nearby multi games area and in February the youngsters will have the chance to play hockey with qualified coach John Kirkham.

Future events include Hawaiian themed disco, targets crossbows, craft nights and a Uni-hoc competition.

Daniel added: "The Midway club also opens on Tuesday evenings from 7.15pm where members are encouraged to learn about the running of their club and have the opportunity to do their homework using the clubs computer facilities and knowledge from the experienced voluntary staff."

* For more information contact Meridale on 01507 441481