MANCHESTER’S Chill Factore has launched The Snow Stars Talent Contest to find the areas best young skiers and snowboarders. Anyone between the ages of eight and 14 can enjoy a free taster session in either snowboarding or skiing, with the most promising then taking part in a free two day beginners course.

The contest is in conjuncture with Snowsport England that aims to get more people involved in snow sports after the numbers have been steadily declining for the past few years For more information, or to book a place, call 0161 7492222 or visit www.chillfactore.com .