Focus on 'Happy Places' to Boost Health and Wellbeing

Some of South Tyneside's most beautiful places have been captured on camera by young people in a bid to promote health and wellbeing.

A photography competition was run by South Tyneside's Young People's Parliament as part of their campaign aimed at making young people more aware of the places in the Borough that can help with health and wellbeing. As part of the campaign, young people were asked to take photos of their 'happy places' that boosted their mood. The campaign was in line with the Council's ambition of helping people to stay healthy and well throughout their lives.

The winner of the competition was 13-year-old Harry Thompson whose photograph of a pony on Cleadon Hills earned him a year's leisure pass, a cinema voucher for four people and a £50 gift voucher. His photo will also be used in some of South Tyneside Council's publicity such as the Visitor Guide and Visit website.

Councillor Adam Ellison, Lead Member for Children, Young People and Families, said: "Our young people are to be commended for the quality of the work produced.

"We have the privilege of living in an area of incredible natural beauty which can positively impact everyone's wellbeing. I am grateful to our young people for reminding all of us just how fortunate we are and, as the weather improves, would encourage everyone to take advantage of the fantastic environment on our doorstep."