SCORES of Essex pupils took part in a Festival of Golf at TopGolf in Chigwell last week.

Youngsters aged between six and 10 from six different schools flocked to the centre as part of a TriGolf scheme, which is backed by the Government’s School Sports Partnership.

The children received tuition from TopGolf’s resident professionals, learning to swing with the plastic sticks and balls, as well as putting and chipping using Velcro balls and targets.

Up to 120 pupils from Buckhurst Hill School, Herewood Primary, St John Fisher, Whitebridge Junior, Willingale Primary and Alderton Junior all had a go at learning the sport on the day.

TopGolf deputy general manager Conrad Simon said: “The Festival will improve TopGolf’s links with schools, and give the youngsters a basic feel for the game of golf.

“We are extremely proud to be part of the TriGolf initiative.”