FREE fun-filled events are being held across Halton throughout the summer.

Outdoor entertainment, games, competitions and free picnics have been organised for children and young people.

A special summer schedule has been put together to challenge youngsters of all ages.

Zorb football is one of the many activities on offer.

Halton Cllr Tom McInerney, board member for children, young people and families said: "Please share and encourage young people to come along and meet the team and have lots of fun."

Halton Council has arranged events at Victoria Park and Upton Rocks in Widnes and Heath Park and Phoenix Park in Runcorn on a variety of days from 5pm to 8pm until Saturday, August 26.

The fun events will be held in Victoria Park on July 14 and 15, Heath Park on July 21, 22, 28 and 29.

Activities take place in Upton Rocks on August 4, 5, 11 and 12 and at Phoenix Park on August 18, 19, 25 and 26.