A DUATHALON will be the star attraction at Ramsbottom Sports Week.

Energetic contestants will run and cycle over the rugged terain of Holcombe Hill.

The sports week runs from June 8, finishing with an open day sporting festival in Nuttall Park on June 15.

Ramsbottom and District Sports Advisory Council (RADSAC) spokesman Stephen Pollitt said: "This year we are hoping that the Open Day on the Park will be bigger and better than ever.

"There will be a funfair for children, charity stalls, football, races, a beer tent, ice cream and food -- a great day out for all the family."

This year will see the return of the vintage car display and RADSAC is looking into incorporate more children's events into the week.

The time trial cycle event will take place again.

To book a stall for the open day, ring 01706 828374.