PRIMARY schools throughout Bury have the chance to net free sports bottles from United Utilities to mark World Water Day.

The company is offering bottles to schools across the region to help encourage youngsters drink more tap water. Schools will be able to log on to www.unitedutilities.com/worldwaterday on the day itself next Tuesday to apply for bottles.

United Utilities say the sports bottles will help children quench their thirst throughout the day. Bottles will be distributed on a first come, first served basis.