CRICKETER Will Smith has opened a new outdoor gym for children at a primary school.
The batsman visited St Cuthbert’s Primary School in Chester-le-Street earlier this week.
Money for the new facilities has come from a £10,000 lottery award with £5,000 raised by the parent teacher group.
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Smith, who returned to Durham CCC at the end of the 2017 season after leaving Hampshire, spoke to the children about his experiences in sport and offered advice on how the boys and girls can start to get involved in cricket.
The gym is suitable for all junior children and is aimed to keep the children active during their time at school.
Pupils will be encouraged to use the gym for fitness purposes during their break times, lunch hour and as part of their timetabled PE lessons.
Smith said: “The new facilities look fantastic and it’s great for the youngsters to have access to them every day of the week.
“It’s important for children to keep active and it’s nice to see St Cuthbert’s encouraging their pupils to stay fit and healthy.”