A NEW youth club has attracted nearly 50 members since it opened earlier this year.

And youngsters have already experienced exciting activities organised during the week.

Members of the Theydon Youth Club had the chance to climb a four metre high wall before abseiling down it once they reached the top.

Co-Chairwoman of the club Thea Buisson said: "We run the club from St Mary's hall but the car park there is too uneven so the Village Association kindly let us use the village hall car park to host this event which was very much appreciated."

The week before some of the members went on a trip to Benfleet Skate Park to try out skate boarding and cycling.

For more information about the club which meets every Tuesday in Theydon Bois contact theydonyouth@hotmail.com.