SCHOOLCHILDREN will be taking up the Buggy Challenge at Millgate Shopping Centre, Bury, on March 12 and 13, to mark National Science Week which begins on March 8.

Pupils from four primary schools will be working in pairs to build electrically powered buggies from 10am.

Competitions will be held to find the fastest and most decorative vehicle.

The Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester is also hosting a variety of activities during the week.