The Discovery Award is a personal challenge, through a programme of your chosen leisure activities with no exam at the end. You need no special qualifications, just a willingness to have a go and the determination to do the very best that you can personally achieve. The award is aimed at all people over 50 years of age, to help promote an active and healthy lifestyle by offering challenges to both stimulate and motivate.

The Discovery Award has three levels - Bronze, Silver and Gold. It is not competitive and gives you the chance to take part in various activities at your own pace. You will take part in:

• a community service
• an interest of your choice
• a recreational pursuit
• a journey of discovery (this does not have to be a physical journey)

You will meet new people, share skills and experiences, and take up new challenges and opportunities.

Ask us if there is a Discovery Award group near you, by contacting CLD@northlan.gov.uk or phoning us on 01236 812595.