BURY College is tapping into high school pupils’ enthusiasm for plumbing with an after-school club.

Pulis from Year 7 to 11 from across Bury, Bolton, Manchester and Lancashire who have a keen interest in a future in the plumbing industry were invited to enjoy a six week stint at Trade School.

Based in a purpose-built workshop at Bury College, they were introduced to the basic principles of plumbing and given the opportunity to learn a range of new skills.

During the workshop sessions, the pupils learnt how to measure, bend and solder pipes and produced plumbing frames and aeroplane models.

Harry Parkinson, aged 16, who is currently a pupil at Prestwich Arts College, said: "The six sessions have been great.

“I have applied to study plumbing at Bury College and think that I have developed a lot of great new skills ready to use in September.”

Bury College plumbing technician, Stevan Tomlinson, said: “The pupils have done brilliantly during these practical workshops and by taking part in the after school club they have taken their first steps into the industry.”

The Trade School workshop was an introduction to Bury College plumbing courses and outlined topics which are covered on the course such as fitting bathroom suites, boilers and central heating. As they progress through the levels, students also learn about the principles of gas.

There are still places left on Bury College’s plumbing course this September. For more information call 0161 280 8280.